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SWARTHMORE, PA 19081

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇩ 21.9% vs 32 last year
Pending
9
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$649,000
⇩ 5.6% vs $687,250 last year
Average Price
$659,811
⇩ 5.2% vs $696,264 last year
Days on Market
205
⇧ 49.6% vs 137 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,577  ·  Density: 1,888.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $121,167

Typical home value: $312,154  ·  Homeownership: 84.4%

Market Analysis

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

The SWARTHMORE, PA real estate market (19081) currently shows 25 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 205 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 205 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.6% year-over-year, from $687,250 to $649,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 32 last year
  • Days on market: 205 now vs 137 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $649,000 (-5.6% YoY)
  • Average: $659,811 (-5.2% 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 5.6 miles — 457 listings ($208,498,565 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19081Swarthmore, PA 190810.0 mi25$16,495,275$649,000$659,811
19086Wallingford, PA 190861.3 mi28$15,641,388$275,000$558,621
19094Woodlyn, PA 190941.6 mi8$2,998,224$389,900$374,778
19078Ridley Park, PA 190782.2 mi13$5,961,410$425,000$458,570
19064Springfield, PA 190642.4 mi29$14,834,341$515,000$511,529
19022Crum Lynne, PA 190222.8 mi12$2,976,468$249,000$248,039
19018Clifton Heights, PA 190183.1 mi50$13,183,350$260,000$263,667
19029Essington, PA 190293.8 mi6$1,493,850$248,975$248,975
19063Media, PA 190633.9 mi74$71,832,244$799,900$970,706
19026Drexel Hill, PA 190264.3 mi69$24,744,573$339,900$358,617
19023Darby, PA 190234.5 mi73$14,462,030$190,000$198,110
19050Lansdowne, PA 190505.2 mi61$20,641,973$283,500$338,393
08027Gibbstown, NJ 080275.6 mi9$3,233,439$365,000$359,271

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081?

As of January 2026, there are 25 active listings in SWARTHMORE, PA (zip code 19081), compared to 32 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081?

The median listing price in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081 is $649,000 as of January 2026, a 5.6% decrease from $687,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081 spend an average of 205 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 137 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SWARTHMORE, PA 19081 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 7 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 205 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SWARTHMORE, PA 19081 save an estimated $12,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $649,000. 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.