Is West Newton, PA 15089 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Balanced 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

West Newton is a balanced market. With about 4.2 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.

Competition score56/ 100

More competitive than 58% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #382 of 602 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending July 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply4.2Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list40%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list97.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market56Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$159▲ +104.6% vs. last year

The West Newton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 40% of homes in West Newton, PA 15089 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 56 days and there were 4.2 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. That’s based on 10 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 15%, homes sold more slowly (48 days then) and the median sale price rose 13% to $214,907. Overall, West Newton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Westmoreland County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 78%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Yukon 15698 (0% sold over asking) or Westmoreland City 15692 (0% sold over asking), while Bolivar 15923 (100% sold over asking) and Ruffs Dale 15679 (67% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Acme 15610Seller’s market $102 /sq ftAdamsburg 15611 — /sq ftAlverton 15612 — /sq ftApollo 15613Seller’s market $170 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about West Newton real estate

Is West Newton a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A balanced market: there were 4.2 months of supply in West Newton, PA 15089 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.

How fast do homes sell in West Newton?

The typical home went under contract in 56 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in West Newton sell over asking?

40% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 97.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in West Newton?

About 1.23% of a home’s value a year in Westmoreland County, or roughly $4,920 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in West Newton?

The median sale price was $214,907 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $159 per square foot.

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