The story of this market
The typical home in York, Pennsylvania sells for about $119,500, or $105 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,014 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
+3.6%
PA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
York, Pennsylvania
The York housing market remains balanced, with supply and demand currently in equilibrium. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by the city's affordability relative to the broader state. Market activity is driven by steady demand for workforce housing and ongoing downtown revitalization efforts.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to York yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: median price diverges 25.3% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict.
Deterministic aggregate of 6 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 2.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 19 days on market with 2.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0.04% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.8% · poverty 24.1% — a mixed stability profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A multi-use trail that runs through the city, offering significant opportunities for outdoor exercise and commuting.
A large community park providing sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas for local residents.
A historic indoor market featuring local vendors, food, and community events, serving as a downtown anchor.
York is well-suited for first-time homebuyers and families seeking affordable entry points into the housing market. It also attracts commuters who work in the surrounding region but prefer a more urban, historic setting. Investors often look to the city for rental opportunities due to the consistent demand for workforce housing.
The York City School District serves the area, with schools facing challenges related to funding and student performance metrics. Efforts are underway to improve academic outcomes through curriculum updates and increased extracurricular support. Families often evaluate school options based on specific neighborhood-level performance data.
The city is served by a network of local roads and is connected to the broader region via major highway corridors. Public transit options are available through local bus services, though many residents rely on personal vehicles for commuting. Infrastructure planning focuses on maintaining road quality and improving pedestrian accessibility.
York offers a variety of recreational amenities, including the expansive York County Heritage Rail Trail which provides extensive walking and biking paths. The city features numerous local parks and community centers that host seasonal events and sports leagues. Residents also have access to cultural attractions like museums and historic sites located within the city limits.
The rental market in York is characterized by high demand for affordable housing, with vacancy rates remaining relatively low. There is a mix of long-term residential rentals and some investor-owned properties, though short-term rental activity is limited compared to larger tourist hubs. Rent growth has been steady, reflecting the broader regional trend of rising housing costs.
York's economy is driven by a diverse mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics companies. Major employers include regional health systems and industrial manufacturers that provide a stable employment base. The city continues to focus on economic development initiatives to attract new businesses and retain existing ones.
York maintains a steady economic base anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics sectors. Recent development efforts have focused on revitalizing the downtown core and repurposing historic industrial buildings for mixed-use residential and commercial space. Infrastructure improvements are ongoing to support regional connectivity.
Current planning efforts are centered on urban renewal and the adaptive reuse of vacant industrial properties. Approved projects include several residential developments aimed at increasing housing density in the city center. These initiatives are designed to support long-term population growth and economic vitality.
Parcels in York are subject to various special districts, including school districts and municipal utility authorities. These districts manage essential services such as water, sewer, and education, with costs typically integrated into property tax assessments or utility bills.
York experiences crime rates that are higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported offense. Local law enforcement continues to focus on community-based policing initiatives to address these trends. The city's crime profile is generally consistent with other mid-sized industrial cities in the region.
The city is situated in a region with moderate flood risk, particularly for properties located near the Codorus Creek. Standard insurance policies are generally available, though flood insurance is recommended for low-lying areas. The area is not prone to significant wildfire or wind-related catastrophic events.
Property insurance in York is generally stable, though premiums are influenced by regional hazard risks such as flooding. Homeowners are encouraged to review their coverage periodically to ensure it aligns with current property values and risk assessments.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Pennsylvania) — Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion: Formula: (Assessed Value - Exclusion Amount) × Tax Rate = Tax Owed. Exclusion amount varies by school district and county. State (Pennsylvania) — Property Tax Assessment: Tax = Assessed Value × Local Millage Rate (1 mill = $1 per $1,000 of assessed value).
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census Bureau profiles.
No public schools report a street address in this area. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.