Market Intelligence Report — PA-060

Pottsville, PA

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-PA-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$160K
+0.9% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.46
-13.3% YoY

Active Inventory

418
+31.6% YoY

Median DOM

54 Days
+9.7% YoY

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The Pottsville market is currently cooling, characterized by a pending ratio of 0.46 and a significant increase in active listings. Active listings have risen by 31.6% over the past year, indicating a shift in supply dynamics. The median listing price remained stable month-over-month at $159,900, with a modest 0.9% increase year-over-year.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Pottsville market right now.

Inventory levels have expanded considerably, with active listings up 31.6% over the past year, while new listings increased by 7.1%. This expansion in supply is outpacing demand, as evidenced by the pending ratio declining by 13.3% year-over-year to 0.46. The pace of transactions has slowed, with median days on market rising by 9.7% over the past year, contributing to the cooling conditions.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$160K+0.0% MoM

Active Inventory

418+31.6% YoY

Days on Market

54+9.7% YoY

Sold Score™

59-13.3% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

59
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The current environment suggests a decelerating pace of sales and reduced inventory pressure. With rising active listings and a decreasing pending ratio, price discipline may become more prevalent. This shift implies increased consideration for market absorption rates in negotiating dynamics.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price in the market decreased by 2.7% over the past year, contrasting with a 4.4% rise in median $/sqft. This divergence, alongside an average listing price of $214,839 versus a median of $159,900, suggests some softening at higher price points, where larger properties may be experiencing less price appreciation or greater price reductions.

Supply Dynamics

418 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 180 per month.

Pricing Pressure
18.1%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -1.9% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +4.4% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.46

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

Recommended For This Market

Cooling

Selling in Pottsville, PA? Homes here are taking 5 days longer to sell than last year.

Pottsville, PA is sitting near equilibrium. Preparation, pricing and timing decide whether a listing sells fast or lingers.

Buyer Demand Index
46%
Median Days on Market
54 days
Inventory YoY
+32%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Pottsville, PA
CBSA Code
39060
State
PA

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Pottsville?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Pottsville metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.46 with median days on market at 54.

  • Are home prices dropping in Pottsville?+

    Median listing price is $160K, +0.9% year over year. 18.1% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Pottsville?+

    The typical listing sits 54 days on market, a +9.7% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 180 per month.

  • What's happening in the Pottsville luxury market?+

    The average listing price in the market decreased by 2.7% over the past year, contrasting with a 4.4% rise in median $/sqft. This divergence, alongside an average listing price of $214,839 versus a median of $159,900, suggests some softening at higher price points, where larger properties may be experiencing less price appreciation or greater price reductions.

  • Where can I find a trusted Pottsville real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Pottsville agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 39060 · 36mo history