If you’ve been wondering whether it’s still a seller’s market in the Pittsburgh area, the short answer is yes — especially in many of the most desirable communities in Pittsburgh’s North Hills.
As a real estate agent working throughout northern Allegheny County, I still don’t feel like we have enough inventory to meet buyer demand. While the market has become more balanced compared to the frenzy of the past few years, move-in ready homes that are priced correctly are still selling quickly and often receiving multiple offers.
What the Numbers Are Showing
Looking at the latest data for northern Allegheny County, the market remains surprisingly strong.
April Market Snapshot
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April 2025: 294 sales
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April 2026: 299 sales
Even with mortgage rates hovering around 6%, buyer activity has remained steady year over year.
Home Prices Continue to Rise
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Median sales price is up 6%
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Average sales price is up 14%
That’s a significant jump, particularly in communities where inventory remains extremely limited.
Year-to-date pricing trends are also strong:
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Year-to-date median sales price: $376,000
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Up 10% compared to the same time last year
Inventory Is Improving… But Not Everywhere
Overall, new listings are up 18% compared to last year, which is helping create a healthier market for buyers.
However, that increase isn’t happening evenly across all communities.
In some of the most desirable North Hills neighborhoods and school districts, new listings are essentially flat year over year. Areas tied to top-performing school districts like North Allegheny School District and Pine-Richland School District continue to see strong demand and limited inventory.
That’s why buyers are still competing aggressively for homes that check all the boxes:
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Move-in ready condition
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Updated kitchens and bathrooms
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Good lot sizes
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Convenient locations
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Strong school districts
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Functional layouts
Homes Are Still Selling Quickly
One statistic that really stands out is days on market.
Median days on market remain virtually unchanged at 33 days.
That tells us buyers are still moving quickly when the right home hits the market.
In reality, many well-prepared homes are selling much faster than that average — especially those that are updated, professionally marketed, and priced strategically from the start.
Why Some Homes Sit While Others Fly Off the Market
This is where the market has changed a bit from the peak frenzy years.
Today’s buyers are much more selective.
Homes that need a lot of updates, are overpriced, or don’t show well may sit longer than they would have a few years ago. But homes that are move-in ready and priced at true market value are still generating strong activity and multiple offers.
Pricing strategy matters more than ever.
Ironically, some sellers who “test the market” with a high price often end up helping the better-priced homes nearby sell even faster.
What This Means for Sellers
If you’ve been thinking about selling, this is still a very favorable market in many Pittsburgh communities.
Low inventory continues to support pricing, particularly in desirable suburban areas throughout the North Hills.
The sellers seeing the best results are typically the ones who:
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Prepare their homes before listing
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Invest in presentation and photography
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Price strategically
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Understand what today’s buyers want
What This Means for Buyers
For buyers, the market is definitely more manageable than it was a few years ago, but competition hasn’t disappeared.
The biggest challenge remains finding quality inventory.
When the right home comes on the market, buyers still need to move quickly and make strong, informed decisions.
The good news is that buyers now have a little more breathing room compared to the ultra-competitive pandemic market, and there are more opportunities to negotiate than there were a few years ago.
Final Thoughts
While Pittsburgh’s real estate market has become more balanced overall, northern Allegheny County still strongly favors sellers in many price points and neighborhoods.
Until inventory improves significantly in the most desirable communities, I expect well-priced, move-in ready homes to continue selling quickly.
If you’re considering buying or selling in Pittsburgh’s North Hills, I’m always happy to talk through local market conditions, pricing trends, and what’s happening in specific neighborhoods and school districts.
