Chester County Real Estate: The Market That Refuses to Chill

by Rick Sheppard

Just when we thought the housing market was ready to slip into its winter pajamas, Chester County comes along and throws a log on the fire. The November 2025 numbers are in, and they paint a picture of a market that’s less about hibernation and more about quiet resilience. Let’s dive into the details and see what’s really brewing in one of PA’s most desirable counties.

The November Scorecard

Here’s a quick look at the key metrics for Chester County. While some numbers are down, others are defiantly pointing upwards, making for a fascinating market dynamic.

Metric	November 2025	Change from Oct 2025	Change from Nov 2024
New Listings	321	-41.1%	-3.9%
Closed Sales	428	-5.7%	-4.7%
Median Sold Price	$561,232	+3.0%	+7.3%
Active Listings	739	-15.7%	+13.7%
Average Days on Market	25	-3.8%	+19.0%

Decoding the Data

Listings and Sales: A Seasonal Slowdown, But Not a Standstill

As expected with the holiday season approaching, new listings took a steep dive, falling 41.1% from October to just 321. This is a classic seasonal trend, but it’s worth noting that this is also a slight 3.9% dip from last November. Sellers are clearly holding their cards close to their chests, likely waiting for the spring thaw.

Closed sales also saw a modest decrease, down 5.7% from October and 4.7% from the previous year. With 428 homes sold, the market is certainly not grinding to a halt. It seems that for every seller taking a break, there’s a determined buyer ready to pounce.

Prices: The Star of the Show

And pounce they did, because prices in Chester County are not just holding steady – they’re climbing. The median sold price jumped an impressive 7.3% from last year to a new high of $561,232. Even from October, prices saw a healthy 3.0% increase. This is the headline, folks: demand in Chester County is so robust that even in a slower month, prices are still reaching for the sky. The year-to-date median price is up 5.2%, confirming a year of strong, sustained growth.

Inventory and Pace: A Mixed Bag

For buyers, the news on inventory is a glimmer of hope. Active listings are up 13.7% compared to last November, giving buyers more options to choose from. However, with only 739 homes on the market, it’s still a far cry from a buyer’s market.

And those homes are not sitting around for long. The average days on market is 25, which is longer than last year’s 21 days, but still incredibly fast. What’s more, the average sold-to-original-list-price ratio is a stunning 99.9%. This means that on average, sellers are getting almost exactly what they ask for. The year-to-date figure is even more eye-popping at 100.7%, indicating that bidding wars have been a common feature of the 2025 market.

A Word on Mortgages

As we head towards the end of the year, mortgage rates are offering a little relief. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage is currently sitting around 6.15% APR 1. While not the sub-3% rates of yesteryear, this is a welcome dip from the higher rates we’ve seen, and it might be just enough to keep buyer motivation strong through the winter.

The Final Takeaway

So, what’s the verdict on the Chester County housing market? It’s a seller’s market, through and through. Despite a seasonal slowdown in activity, the fundamental dynamics of low inventory and high demand are keeping prices on an upward trajectory. Buyers need to be prepared to act fast and pay top dollar, but the slight increase in inventory and days on market offers a small window of opportunity.

Chester County isn’t just surviving the winter; it’s thriving. This is a market that knows its worth, and it’s not afraid to show it.

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