Is Archbald, PA 18403 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Archbald housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 40% of homes in Archbald, PA 18403 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 17 days and there were 1.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 31 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 22%, homes sold faster (27 days then) and the median sale price rose 10% to $280,379. Overall, Archbald is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Lackawanna County, homes here sell faster than in 55% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 59%. On our competition score, Archbald ranks #261 of 601 PA ZIP codes with enough sales (score 75 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Scranton 18503 (0% sold over asking) or Fleetville 18420 (0% sold over asking), while Old Forge 18518 (57% sold over asking) and Waverly 18471 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.