Closed sales in York County jumped 7.7% year over year — nearly triple the broader MLS pace of +2.8%. This is the kind of number that tells you demand isn't just talk; buyers are actually getting to the closing table. For sellers, it's a strong signal that the market is rewarding well-prepared, well-priced homes.

York County inventory has nearly doubled in two years, climbing to 931 active listings. Buyers now have meaningfully more options and far less pressure to make snap decisions. For sellers, the message is straightforward: more competition means presentation, pricing, and marketing matter more than they have in years.

Homes are now taking 29 days to go under contract — more than 2.5x as long as in 2024. Buyers have time to weigh options and negotiate without the panic of a frenzied market. Sellers should plan for a longer runway and resist the temptation to overprice early; the homes that linger longest are usually the ones that started too high.

From listing day to closing day, the typical York County transaction now takes 73 days — about a third longer than in 2024. Sellers coordinating a simultaneous purchase need to build this timeline into their planning. Buyers benefit from a less hurried process for inspections, appraisals, and financing.

Sellers are still receiving 97.1% of their original asking price — remarkably strong by any historical measure. But the steady downward drift each year tells the story: buyers have a little more room to negotiate, especially on homes that came to market priced above true value. Pricing right out of the gate is more important than ever.

Price per square foot is essentially flat at $211 — down just half a percent from last year. This stability is significant: it confirms that underlying property values are holding firm even as inventory grows. Buyers waiting for a meaningful price correction should take note. The data suggests it isn't coming.

York County's median sales price climbed to $440,000 in March — roughly $31,000 above the broader MLS median of $409,000. Two consecutive years of healthy appreciation confirm that long-term value growth in York County remains intact. For buyers, the takeaway is clear: waiting protects nothing and costs purchasing power.

Three years running, it still takes a median of 9 showings for a York County home to go under contract. This is one of the most reassuring numbers in the entire report. It tells us that despite shifting conditions, serious buyers are still showing up, still touring, and still making decisions on a consistent rhythm. Healthy market behavior on both sides.

A balanced market typically sits at 4–6 months of supply. At 3.1 months, York County still leans seller-favorable — but the gap is narrowing each year, and notably, the broader MLS is now at 3.8 months. York County is holding tighter than the region overall, which is good news for sellers who price and prepare strategically.

New listings grew 3.3% year over year — a more measured pace than the 18.1% surge between 2024 and 2025. The flood of new inventory is moderating, which is a healthy sign of a market finding its level. Buyers still have plenty of fresh options each month, and sellers are entering a market that isn't being overwhelmed by competition.

Pending sales surged 8.6% year over year in York County, well ahead of the broader MLS at +5.1%. Pending sales are the leading indicator everyone watches — they tell you what's actually happening right now, not what already closed. This is one of the most encouraging numbers in the entire March report and a strong sign of momentum heading into spring.

Showings per listing dropped from 6.8 in 2024 to 4.4 in 2026 as inventory has grown and buyer attention is spread across more options. For sellers, this is the single clearest argument for investing in professional photography, video, and compelling marketing. When fewer buyers walk through the door, the ones who do need to be the right ones — and that starts online.