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SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Luzerne County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SWEET VALLEY, PA real estate market (18656) currently shows 4 active listings, with 1 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 140 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 10.4% year-over-year, from $226,450 to $249,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,224  ·  Density: 14.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $70,556

Typical home value: $184,919  ·  Homeownership: 92.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
4
⇧ 100% vs 2 last year
Pending
1
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,950
⇧ 10.4% vs $226,450 last year
Average Price
$323,250
⇧ 42.7% vs $226,450 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 57.9% vs 140 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$159
⇧ 91.6% vs $83/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,800 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 4 this year vs 2 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 140 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,950 (+10.4% YoY)
  • Average: $323,250 (+42.7% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.9 miles — 145 listings ($47,520,095 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18656Sweet Valley, PA 186560.0 mi4$1,979,800$249,950$494,950
18628Lopez, PA 186288.5 mi2$99,800$49,900$49,900
17814Benton, PA 178149.7 mi15$7,055,415$290,000$470,361
18612Dallas, PA 1861211.6 mi16$6,393,408$363,425$399,588
18617Glen Lyon, PA 1861712.6 mi1$170,000$170,000$170,000
18632Mildred, PA 1863213.2 mi1$300,000$300,000$300,000
18614Dushore, PA 1861413.4 mi10$3,568,000$243,000$356,800
18629Mehoopany, PA 1862914.1 mi4$1,060,000$265,000$265,000
18704Kingston, PA 1870416.5 mi42$10,889,676$242,075$259,278
18644Wyoming, PA 1864417.0 mi10$2,754,830$254,092$275,483
18706Wilkes Barre, PA 1870617.4 mi10$1,804,290$175,000$180,429
18701Wilkes Barre, PA 1870117.6 mi1$180,000$180,000$180,000
18657Tunkhannock, PA 1865718.9 mi29$11,264,876$340,750$388,444

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656?

As of March 2026, there are 4 active listings in SWEET VALLEY, PA (zip code 18656), compared to 2 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656?

The median listing price in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656 is $249,950 as of March 2026, a 10.4% increase from $226,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656 spend an average of 59 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 140 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 140 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SWEET VALLEY, PA 18656 save an estimated $4,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,950. 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.