September 2025 Market Statistics

As summer transitioned to fall, the regional housing market across Pennsylvania and New Jersey continued to show steady activity and price resilience. While mortgage rates remain elevated compared to historical norms, buyer demand held strong across most markets, and many areas even saw double-digit gains in new listings—suggesting renewed seller confidence heading into the final quarter of the year.

Below, we break down how each county and region performed in September.

Bucks County, PA

Bucks County saw continued market strength, with closed sales up 4.8% and new listings rising 12.9% year-over-year. The median sold price climbed 6.3% to $510,000, while homes sold in a median of just 11 days. Inventory rose slightly, with a 1.72-month supply, keeping conditions favorable for sellers despite more choices for buyers.

Montgomery County, PA

The market in Montgomery County remained steady. Closed sales ticked up 3.2%, while new listings rose 4.4%. Prices held firm, with a median sold price of $433,750, virtually unchanged from last year. Homes spent an average of 9 days on the market, reflecting ongoing buyer demand. The months’ supply edged up to 1.68, a modest increase that signals a slightly more balanced market.

Chester County, PA

Chester County continued its upward trend with closed sales up 6.1% and new listings jumping 19% compared to September 2024. The median price reached $548,900, up 3.6%, while homes averaged just 9 days on market. Inventory improved by over 21%, suggesting more opportunities for buyers this fall.

Berks County, PA

Berks County remained active with median prices increasing 4.8% to $298,000. Closed sales were up slightly at +3.3%, while new listings surged 29.1%, helping replenish supply. Homes sold quickly, averaging 8 days on market, indicating continued strong demand for affordable housing in the area.

Philadelphia County, PA

Philadelphia’s market saw steady growth in September, with closed sales up 7% and new listings up 6.1%. The median sold price remained stable at $259,950, and while homes took slightly longer to sell—29 days on average—buyer interest persisted across neighborhoods. Active listings increased 6% year-over-year, giving buyers a bit more breathing room.

Greater Lehigh Valley (GLVR)

The Lehigh Valley market posted broad-based strength. New listings rose 17%, pending sales were up 7.1%, and closed sales increased 3.7%. Prices continued their steady climb, with the median sales price rising 2.5% to $352,500. Homes sold in an average of 19 days, and the months’ supply dipped to just 1.5, signaling an ongoing seller’s market.

Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS® (PMAR)

The Poconos saw a 9.4% jump in median sales price, reaching $339,000, even as new listings dropped 18.7%. Closed sales were up slightly (+0.9%), and homes sold faster, with days on market down nearly 13% to 54. Inventory remains tight at 4.4 months of supply, though this region continues to attract second-home and relocation buyers seeking value.

Ocean County, NJ

Activity remained brisk along the shore. Closed sales jumped 22.9%, while new listings dipped 5.8%. The median sold price was $519,500, a slight 3.3% decline from last year, and homes sold in an average of 29 days. Active listings increased 9.1%, bringing some relief to buyers after a competitive summer.

Mercer County, NJ

Mercer County held strong, with the median price rising 10.7% to $465,000. Closed sales were nearly flat (+0.4%), while pending sales dipped 15%, signaling slight seasonal moderation. Homes spent 22 days on market, and the months’ supply rose to 2.4, still indicating a lean inventory environment.

Hunterdon County, NJ

Hunterdon County recorded notable gains, with closed sales surging 57% year-over-year. The median price jumped 16.3% to $679,500, and inventory expanded to 4.6 months of supply—the highest among all counties analyzed. Homes averaged 38 days on the market, reflecting a shift toward a more balanced pace after an exceptionally tight early 2025.

Overall Takeaway

Across the board, September 2025 reflected a resilient housing market, with many counties posting year-over-year increases in both prices and sales despite broader economic uncertainty. Buyers faced continued competition for well-priced homes, though growing inventory in several regions may bring more equilibrium as fall progresses.