Central PA Housing Market Update — January 2026 vs January 2025
Lebanon • Dauphin • Cumberland Counties
January data gives us our first look at how the 2026 market is shaping up across Central Pennsylvania. Below is a year-over-year comparison for Lebanon, Dauphin, and Cumberland Counties—highlighting how pricing, inventory, and buyer activity shifted from January 2025 to January 2026.
Lebanon County
| Metric | Jan 2025 | Jan 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 124 | 143 | ▲ +15.3% |
| Homes Sold | 101 | 96 | ▼ −5.0% |
| Median Sold Price | $289,900 | $302,500 | ▲ +4.3% |
| Active Listings (EOM) | 227 | 311 | ▲ +37.0% |
| Months of Supply | 1.8 | 2.5 | ▲ +38.9% |
| Median Days on Market | 23 | 35 | ▲ +52.2% |
Takeaway: Lebanon County saw higher prices despite slightly fewer sales. Inventory expanded significantly, giving buyers more options compared to last year.
Dauphin County
| Metric | Jan 2025 | Jan 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 216 | 201 | ▼ −6.9% |
| Homes Sold | 200 | 176 | ▼ −12.0% |
| Median Sold Price | $257,900 | $252,000 | ▼ −2.3% |
| Active Listings (EOM) | 292 | 364 | ▲ +24.7% |
| Months of Supply | 1.2 | 1.4 | ▲ +16.7% |
| Median Days on Market | 35 | 37 | ▲ +5.7% |
Takeaway: Dauphin County experienced fewer closings year-over-year, while pricing remained relatively stable. Inventory increased modestly.
Cumberland County
| Metric | Jan 2025 | Jan 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Listings | 225 | 198 | ▼ −12.0% |
| Homes Sold | 152 | 156 | ▲ +2.6% |
| Median Sold Price | $335,250 | $302,500 | ▼ −9.8% |
| Active Listings (EOM) | 342 | 343 | ▲ +0.3% |
| Months of Supply | 1.3 | 1.3 | No Change |
| Median Days on Market | 34 | 39 | ▲ +14.7% |
Takeaway: Cumberland County saw slightly more sales, but median pricing softened year-over-year while inventory remained tight.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or planning ahead, understanding how your local market is shifting can help you make smarter decisions. If you want a hyper-local breakdown for your neighborhood and price range, we’re happy to help.