Is James Creek, PA 16657 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
James Creek is a seller’s market. With about 3.9 months of supply and 0% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The James Creek housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in James Creek, PA 16657 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 34 days and there were 3.9 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 9 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (29 days then) and the median sale price rose 14% to $379,836. Overall, James Creek is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Within Huntingdon County, homes here sell faster than in 50% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, Cassville 16623 (50% sold over asking) and Orbisonia 17243 (25% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about James Creek real estate
Is James Creek a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.9 months of supply in James Creek, PA 16657 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 James Creek?
The typical home went under contract in 34 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in James Creek sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.8% of the list price.
What are property taxes in James Creek?
About 0.94% of a home’s value a year in Huntingdon County, or roughly $3,760 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in James Creek?
The median sale price was $379,836 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $164 per square foot.
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