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SCRANTON, PA 18512

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lackawanna County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
13
⇧ 8.3% vs 12 last year
Pending
6
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$265,000
⇩ 24% vs $348,675 last year
Average Price
$292,425
⇩ 34.6% vs $447,140 last year
Days on Market
48
⇩ 11.1% vs 54 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,337  ·  Density: 422.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,886

Typical home value: $167,668  ·  Homeownership: 64.8%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SCRANTON, PA real estate market (18512) currently shows 13 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 48 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 24% year-over-year, from $348,675 to $265,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 13 this year vs 12 last year
  • Days on market: 48 now vs 54 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $265,000 (-24% YoY)
  • Average: $292,425 (-34.6% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.4 miles — 297 listings ($102,612,928 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18512Scranton, PA 185120.0 mi13$3,801,525$265,000$292,425
18510Scranton, PA 185103.0 mi19$5,175,600$264,900$272,400
18434Jessup, PA 184343.2 mi8$2,064,800$239,750$258,100
18508Scranton, PA 185084.0 mi25$4,441,225$161,998$177,649
18503Scranton, PA 185034.1 mi1$398,000$398,000$398,000
18447Olyphant, PA 184476.1 mi17$3,980,295$197,000$234,135
18444Moscow, PA 184446.5 mi29$12,756,433$409,000$439,877
18517Taylor, PA 185176.8 mi4$1,093,200$220,000$273,300
18518Old Forge, PA 185188.5 mi22$5,598,186$239,900$254,463
18641Pittston, PA 186419.5 mi7$1,570,520$239,000$224,360
18436Lake Ariel, PA 1843610.2 mi108$45,946,440$344,500$425,430
18414Dalton, PA 1841411.0 mi7$3,564,050$587,500$509,150
18407Carbondale, PA 1840712.4 mi37$12,222,654$202,450$330,342

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SCRANTON, PA 18512?

As of January 2026, there are 13 active listings in SCRANTON, PA (zip code 18512), compared to 12 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SCRANTON, PA 18512?

The median listing price in SCRANTON, PA 18512 is $265,000 as of January 2026, a 24% decrease from $348,675 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SCRANTON, PA?

Homes in SCRANTON, PA 18512 spend an average of 48 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 54 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SCRANTON, PA 18512?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SCRANTON, PA 18512 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 48 days on market compared to 54 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SCRANTON, PA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SCRANTON, PA 18512 save an estimated $5,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $265,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.