Harrisburg, PA metro area Housing Market
Hot MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Harrisburg, PA metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.
Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$285K
↑ 2.2% YoY
Days on Market
17 days
↑ 21.4% YoY
Active Inventory
838
↑ 9.7% YoY
Homes Sold
464
↓ 2.1% YoY
Hot Market
Homes are selling quickly with strong competition among buyers.
Harrisburg, PA metro area Market Summary
The Harrisburg, PA metro area housing market is heating up. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $285K, up 2.2% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 17 days on the market, 21.4% longer than a year ago.
There are 838 homes for sale — 9.7% more than last year. With 1.8 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 682 new listings were added during this period, up 12.0% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 99.7% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 33.4% of homes sell above their asking price. 34.5% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
45
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Pennsylvania Median
Investor Takeaway
This is a highly competitive market. Be prepared to move quickly and potentially offer above asking price. A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 35% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Harrisburg, PA metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$300K
Price per Sq Ft
$165
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.7%
Months of Supply
1.8
Sold Above List
33.4%
Price Drops
34.5%
New Listings
682
↑ 12.0% YoY
Pending Sales
640
Off Market in 2 Weeks
55.0%
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