Market Data · Chester County, PA
Chester County PA Market Data
Published September 5, 2026 · Updated September 5, 2026 · By John Smart (Smarty)
The median sold price in Chester County, PA was $630,000 in June 2026, with a median list price of $625,000. Chester County is one of the priciest of the six counties, anchored by West Chester, Malvern, Phoenixville, and Kennett Square, with premium school districts running well above the county median.
Chester County Key Housing Statistics
These county-wide figures come from the published market reports listed in the Sources section. Treat them as directionally accurate, not as an appraisal.
Median Sold Price
$630,000
Median Listing Price
$625,000
Median Price per Square Foot
$269
Median Days on Market
26 days
12-Month Median Home Value
$585,400
Homes Sold (May 2026)
1,645
What the Numbers Mean
A county-wide median hides a lot of local variation. Here is how to read these figures in the context of the Greater Philadelphia market.
One of the priciest of the six counties
Chester County's median sold price of $630,000 runs well above several of the surrounding counties, anchored by the employment centers and top-rated districts of West Chester, Malvern, Phoenixville, and Kennett Square.
Premium school districts run well above the county median
District reputation is the dominant driver of value here. The West Chester Area School District shows a median around $745,000, well above the county-wide sold median, and other premium districts run similarly high.
Homes sell fast
With a median of 26 days on market as of April 2026, Chester County homes sell at one of the quickest paces in the region. Serious buyers should come pre-approved and ready to move in the strongest areas.
A wide range between price points
While the county median is $630,000, the range is wide, from more affordable starter and mid-range homes to large estates in premium districts. Compare your target town and district, not just the county average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Chester County PA?
The median sold price in Chester County, PA was $630,000 in June 2026 (Citizen-Times real estate market report). The median listing price was $625,000, and the median price per square foot was $269. The 12-month median home value was $585,400.
How fast do homes sell in Chester County?
Homes in Chester County sold in a median of 26 days as of April 2026 (Citizen-Times and Zimmerman Realty market data), one of the fastest paces among the six Greater Philadelphia counties. The pace varies, with premium districts typically moving faster.
What is the most expensive school district in Chester County?
Premium districts run well above the county median. The West Chester Area School District shows a median around $745,000, and other top districts in the county run similarly high, driven by school reputation and proximity to major employment corridors.
How does Chester County compare to the Philadelphia metro average?
Chester County is one of the priciest of the six Greater Philadelphia counties. Its median sold price of $630,000 runs well above the metro average, reflecting its premium school districts, strong job base, and a fast sales pace of about 26 days on market.
Sources
Figures on this page come from published market reports with stated data dates. We list the primary sources below so you can verify every number.
- Citizen-Times Real Estate Market Report - Chester County https://data.citizen-times.com/real-estate-market-report/summary/chester-county/county-42029/
- Zimmerman Realty - Chester County Market Guide https://www.zimmermanteam.com/guide/chester-county/
- RealtyTrac Market Trends - Chester County PA https://www.realtytrac.com/market-trends/chester-county-pa/
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