Press Releases

Greater Harrisburg Housing Market Moves Toward Balance at the End of 2025

HARRISBURG, PA – January 12, 2026 – The Greater Harrisburg housing market closed 2025 in a period of continued adjustment, as rising inventory and steady sales activity signaled a shift toward more balanced conditions. December home prices remained strong across much of the region, while slightly longer marketing times reflected a market moving at a healthier… Read On

Harrisburg, PA Ranks No. 2 on the Realtor.com® Forecast of 10 Best Markets for First-Time Homebuyers in 2026

Affordable prices, strong local amenities, and steady economic backdrops key to being on the top of this year’s list Enola, PA - Jan 7, 2026 – Harrisburg, PA, one of the market areas served by members of the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS, ranked number 2 on the Realtor.com® forecast of Top 10 best markets for first-time homebuyers in 2026… Read On

November Housing Market Steadies

HARRISBURG, PA – December 10, 2025 – The Greater Harrisburg region saw a stable housing market in November, with closed sales increasing across Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties and prices continuing to trend upward in much of the region. Market activity showed a mix of movement as the season cooled. Cumberland and Dauphin saw fewer new listings but still posted higher sales totals… Read On

Government Affairs Year in Review

2026 Government Affairs Year in Review In 2026, GHAR leaders and members stayed active at the local, state, and national levels — building relationships, weighing in on key proposals, and supporting candidates and policies that champion real estate and housing. Local Highlights Supported local leadership & training: GHAR sponsored the Capital Area Council of Governments (CapCOG) Annual Dinner in January… Read On

Holiday Lunch, Installation & Awards Ceremony Recap

On December 3, the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® hosted our annual Holiday Lunch, Installation & Awards Ceremony — a sold-out celebration that brought together brokers, new and seasoned REALTORS®, teams, brokerages, Business Partners, and friends for an afternoon of networking, recognition, and holiday cheer. It was the perfect way to close out the year and look ahead to 2026… Read On

39 Years of Giving: Thanksgiving Food Drive

ENOLA, PA (Nov. 21, 2025) – The Greater Harrisburg REALTORS® Foundation continued its long-standing tradition of community support during the 39th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. On November 21, 2025, the Foundation provided 1,240 turkeys and Karns Foods gift cards to 23 local organizations, bringing the total number of families supported since the Drive’s start in 1986 to more than 21,000… Read On

October Housing Market Shows Resilience Across Greater Harrisburg Region

HARRISBURG, PA – November 11, 2025 – October’s housing activity across the Greater Harrisburg region reflected a market adapting to shifting inventory levels while maintaining solid transactional momentum. With buyers remaining active and pricing trends holding firm, the latest data from the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) underscores a balanced environment where demand continues to meet opportunity… Read On

Greater Harrisburg Housing Market Update: Inventory Up, Sales Trends Diverge

HARRISBURG, PA – October 10, 2025 – September housing data from the Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) reveal a dynamic market across Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties. Compared to August, the region experienced a notable rise in active inventory and pending sales, offering buyers more choices heading into fall. Yet, each county told a different story: Cumberland County posted steady growth… Read On

Free Records Notification System

Did you know? Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, and York Counties offer FREE Property Record Notification Systems through their respective Recorder of Deeds offices. Homeowners can sign up to receive instant email or text alerts any time a new document is recorded under their parcel number or name. These alerts can help detect potential fraud or unauthorized changes before it’s too late… Read On

Greater Harrisburg Housing Market Sees Rising Inventory and Steady Prices in August

HARRISBURG, PA – September 10, 2025 – The Greater Harrisburg Association of REALTORS® (GHAR) reports that August data showed both challenges and opportunities across the region’s housing market. While closed sales were down year-over-year in Cumberland, Dauphin, and Perry counties, buyers benefited from a steady rise in new listings and active inventory compared to August 2024… Read On