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PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Philadelphia County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 19138

Belfield · East Germantown · East Mount Airy · Mount Airy · Ogontz · West Oak Lane

Market Analysis

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

The PHILADELPHIA, PA real estate market (19138) currently shows 134 active listings, with 35 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7% year-over-year, from $215,000 to $199,925.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 32,471  ·  Density: 7,106.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $48,091

Typical home value: $154,975  ·  Homeownership: 64.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
134
⇧ 8.9% vs 123 last year
Pending
35
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$199,925
⇩ 7% vs $215,000 last year
Average Price
$212,164
⇩ 3.4% vs $219,530 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 65.9% vs 41 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$173
⇧ 1.2% vs $171/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,166 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 134 this year vs 123 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 41 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $199,925 (-7% YoY)
  • Average: $212,164 (-3.4% 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 5.1 miles — 1,126 listings ($349,658,066 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
19138Philadelphia, PA 191380.0 mi128$27,084,032$199,900$211,594
19150Philadelphia, PA 191501.3 mi53$15,569,280$292,125$293,760
19119Philadelphia, PA 191191.7 mi67$28,815,963$366,175$430,089
19095Wyncote, PA 190952.1 mi14$9,521,456$626,000$680,104
19120Philadelphia, PA 191202.6 mi136$29,505,200$205,000$216,950
19118Philadelphia, PA 191183.0 mi17$28,731,887$997,500$1,690,111
19129Philadelphia, PA 191293.2 mi43$14,156,675$262,200$329,225
19128Philadelphia, PA 191283.8 mi107$64,208,774$428,000$600,082
19132Philadelphia, PA 191324.2 mi195$30,248,985$126,438$155,123
19046Jenkintown, PA 190464.2 mi48$18,973,920$180,000$395,290
19124Philadelphia, PA 191244.4 mi161$32,995,179$197,475$204,939
19004Bala Cynwyd, PA 190044.7 mi27$15,167,655$459,000$561,765
19149Philadelphia, PA 191495.1 mi130$34,679,060$262,500$266,762

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138?

As of March 2026, there are 134 active listings in PHILADELPHIA, PA (zip code 19138), compared to 123 the prior year.

What is the median home price in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138?

The median listing price in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 is $199,925 as of March 2026, a 7% decrease from $215,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 41 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 41 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in PHILADELPHIA, PA 19138 save an estimated $3,999 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $199,925. 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.