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WILKES BARRE, PA 18701

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
0
⇩ 100% vs 3 last year
Pending
0
0% pending ratio
Median Price
$159,900
⇩ 42.9% vs $280,000 last year
Average Price
$159,900
⇩ 32.9% vs $238,300 last year
Days on Market
43
⇩ 47.6% vs 82 days last year

Market Context

Population: 3,710  ·  Density: 2,856.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $30,821

Typical home value: $225,009  ·  Homeownership: 8.7%

Market Analysis

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

The WILKES BARRE, PA real estate market (18701) currently shows 0 active listings. Homes are averaging 43 days on the market before going under contract.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 43 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 42.9% year-over-year, from $280,000 to $159,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 0 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 43 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $159,900 (-42.9% YoY)
  • Average: $159,900 (-32.9% 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 13.4 miles — 273 listings ($81,757,489 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
18701Wilkes Barre, PA 187010.0 mi0$0$159,900$159,900
18705Wilkes Barre, PA 187053.0 mi22$5,092,296$219,950$231,468
18706Wilkes Barre, PA 187063.0 mi18$3,831,408$184,500$212,856
18708Shavertown, PA 187085.3 mi12$5,886,132$305,000$490,511
18702Wilkes Barre, PA 187026.4 mi75$17,412,750$189,900$232,170
18707Mountain Top, PA 187077.9 mi30$13,302,030$403,575$443,401
18640Pittston, PA 186408.4 mi29$7,673,690$220,000$264,610
18643Pittston, PA 186438.8 mi22$6,328,828$259,900$287,674
18642Duryea, PA 186429.5 mi11$2,609,519$205,000$237,229
18621Hunlock Creek, PA 1862110.7 mi5$1,333,085$232,400$266,617
18518Old Forge, PA 1851811.8 mi22$5,598,186$239,900$254,463
18661White Haven, PA 1866112.9 mi22$11,822,690$277,450$537,395
18660Wapwallopen, PA 1866013.4 mi5$866,875$164,750$173,375

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701?

As of January 2026, there are 0 active listings in WILKES BARRE, PA (zip code 18701), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701?

The median listing price in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701 is $159,900 as of January 2026, a 42.9% decrease from $280,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701 spend an average of 43 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WILKES BARRE, PA 18701 is currently a Balanced Market. Homes are selling faster, averaging 43 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WILKES BARRE, PA 18701 save an estimated $3,198 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $159,900. 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.