Every month, the housing market drops a fresh batch of statistics. Charts, percentages, arrows pointing up or down, and at least one headline declaring the market either “on fire” or “about to collapse.” Most of it is noise.
If you own a home in the Greater Philadelphia Metro Region (that includes multiple South Jersey counties), there are really only a handful of stats that affect your equity, your leverage, and your options. These are the numbers worth paying attention to and why they matter to you.
1. Median Sold Price: Your Reality Check
The median sold price is one of the most important numbers for homeowners because it reflects what a typical home is actually selling for, not just the highest or lowest outliers.
In December 2025, the Philadelphia Metro saw a year-over-year increase of over 5% in median home prices. That means many homeowners gained real equity in a single year, even without lifting a paintbrush.
WHY THIS MATTERS: This stat quietly influences appraisals, buyer expectations, and pricing strategy. If you’re wondering whether your home is worth more than last year, this is the stat that answers that question with ease.
2. Days on Market: How Fast Homes Are Really Selling
Days on market tells you how long it takes for homes to go from “for sale” to “under contract.” The average in December landed around 36 days, slightly longer than the year before.
WHY THIS MATTERS: Homes are still selling, but buyers are no longer panic-offering on day one just to get something. For sellers, this means pricing and presentation matter more than they did during the frenzy years of 2021 and 2022. The market rewards strategy now, not wishful thinking.
3. Sale Price vs List Price: Your Negotiating Power
On average, homes sold for about 97% of their original list price.
WHY THIS MATTERS: This stat tells you how much room buyers typically have to negotiate. It also exposes a common mistake; overpricing doesn’t create leverage, it creates hesitation. Homes priced correctly are still holding strong. Homes priced “aspirationally” are helping buyers practice patience.
4. Inventory Levels: Your Competition
Active listings were up about 7.5% year-over-year.
WHY THIS MATTERS: More inventory means buyers have choices. Your home is being compared not just to what sold last year, but to what’s available right now. Condition, layout, location, and pricing all matter more when buyers aren’t boxed into one option. This doesn’t mean it’s a buyer’s market. It means sellers need to show up prepared.
5. Detached vs Attached Homes: Not All Appreciation Is Equal
Detached homes (i.e. single family homes) in the region saw stronger price growth than attached homes (i.e. row homes, twins) in 2025.
WHY THIS MATTERS: If you own a detached home, you’re likely sitting on above-average appreciation. If you own a townhome or twin, values are still rising, just at a slower pace. This becomes important when deciding whether to sell, hold, or use equity to move up.
6. Units Sold: Are Buyers Still Buying?
Despite higher prices, units sold increased year-over-year.
WHY THIS MATTERS: This tells us demand hasn’t vanished. Buyers are still active, financed, and moving forward. The difference is that they’re more selective. Homes that are priced well and positioned correctly are still moving. Others sit.
The Big Takeaway for Homeowners
The Philadelphia and South Jersey housing market didn’t crash; it moved towards a more "normal" and balanced environment. Prices are up. Equity is growing. Buyers are still buying. But the margin for error is thinner, and strategy matters more than headlines.
If you’re thinking about selling, upsizing, or just want to understand what your home could realistically do for you, these stats matter far more than national averages or viral hot takes. Because real estate is always local, and your home deserves better than a guess based on vibes. If you want a conversation about your home value, start with the form below.
