Is Butler, PA 16001 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Butler housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 22% of homes in Butler, PA 16001 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 49 days and there were 3.7 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 133 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 15%, homes sold faster (56 days then) and the median sale price fell 2% to $250,891. Overall, Butler is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Butler County, homes here sell faster than in 74% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 52%. On our competition score, Butler ranks #501 of 601 PA ZIP codes with enough sales (score 40 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at West Sunbury 16061 (0% sold over asking) or Prospect 16052 (0% sold over asking), while Hilliards 16040 (75% sold over asking) and Karns City 16041 (60% sold over asking) are even more competitive.