The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 17101 sells for about $305,000, or $180 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 37 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,107 a month.
ZIP 17101 — Harrisburg
The 17101 housing market is currently balanced, reflecting the broader Harrisburg-Carlisle metro trend of stable pricing and moderate inventory. While the metro area shows a slight year-over-year price increase, the downtown-centric 17101 ZIP remains highly competitive for renters and urban buyers. Market conditions are driven by steady demand for central city living and a manageable cost of living compared to national averages.
This ZIP is best suited for young professionals, commuters, and urban-dwelling renters who prioritize proximity to downtown employment and city amenities over traditional family-oriented suburban space.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 37 days on market with 1.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.4% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.7% · poverty 27.9% — a mixed stability profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 17101, Dauphin County PA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Harrisburg School District, which includes specialized options like the Capital Area School for the Arts Charter School and Harrisburg High School - SciTech Campus.
Harrisburg maintains a strong job market with an urban atmosphere, supported by its role as the state capital and a regional economic hub.
Property taxes are assessed at the county and municipal levels; specific rates depend on the local millage and school district levies.
Located in the heart of downtown Harrisburg, this ZIP offers high walkability and immediate access to major state government and commercial employment centers.
The area features proximity to the Susquehanna River waterfront, various downtown parks, and a dense concentration of urban dining and shopping venues.
The rental market is characterized by high demand from single adults and young professionals, with a median rent of approximately $1,021 per month.
The economy is anchored by state government operations, healthcare, and professional services, providing a stable employment base for the region.
The area is highly accessible via major highway corridors and benefits from central transit connectivity within the Harrisburg-Carlisle metropolitan area.
Development activity is focused on urban revitalization and the maintenance of the downtown commercial core.
Parcels are subject to Harrisburg School District levies and standard municipal tax assessments.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides extensive walking and biking trails along the riverfront.
A specialized charter school serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.