Is Herndon, PA 17830 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Herndon is a seller’s market. With about 1.6 months of supply and 25% 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.

Months of supply1.6Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list25%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list96%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market65Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$110▼ −25.8% vs. last year

The Herndon housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 25% of homes in Herndon, PA 17830 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 65 days and there were 1.6 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 4 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 0%, homes sold more slowly (13 days then) and the median sale price rose 62% to $356,346. Overall, Herndon is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Northumberland County, homes here sell more slowly than in 62% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 50%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Paxinos 17860 (0% sold over asking) or Montandon 17850 (0% sold over asking), while Marion Heights 17832 (100% sold over asking) and Potts Grove 17865 (100% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Coal Township 17866Balanced $74 /sq ftDalmatia 17017Seller’s market $212 /sq ftDornsife 17823 — /sq ftKulpmont 17834Buyer’s market $106 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Herndon real estate

Is Herndon a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 1.6 months of supply in Herndon, PA 17830 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 Herndon?

The typical home went under contract in 65 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Herndon sell over asking?

25% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 96.0% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Herndon?

About 1.10% of a home’s value a year in Northumberland County, or roughly $4,400 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Herndon?

The median sale price was $356,346 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $110 per square foot.

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