Chester County, Pennsylvania

Chester County continues to defy the national cooling trend. The median home sold for $595,000 in July 2026, up 3.5% from $575,000 a year earlier, and active inventory climbed to roughly 1,185 listings by the end of the month. Supply sits near 1.4 months, far below the 3 to 6 months that marks a balanced market, so sellers still hold clear leverage.

Homes move fast across the county; the median days on market is about 6 days, among the quickest in the Philadelphia region. West Chester and Phoenixville keep drawing buyers with their walkable historic downtowns, while Kennett Square, Downingtown, and the Main Line communities of Devon and Berwyn offer strong value and excellent schools. Local broker reports note new listings were up about 8% year over year through August, giving serious buyers more options than they had a year ago.

Major employers include pharmaceutical and technology companies along the Route 202 corridor, healthcare systems, and West Chester University. With SEPTA regional rail, Route 202, and the Pennsylvania Turnpike, commuting to Philadelphia is convenient from most Chester County towns.

Data sources: Coldwell Banker Hearthside July 2026 Regional Housing Market Report and RE/MAX national housing data as covered by MyChesCo (Bright MLS data), plus Realtor.com July 2026 figures. Figures are a market snapshot, not an appraisal. Last updated September 10, 2026.