The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 17801 sells for about $180,747, or $119 per square foot.
Prices are up +5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 54 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $744 a month.
ZIP 17801 — Sunbury
The Sunbury housing market shows steady growth with a 5% year-over-year increase in home values, supported by a limited inventory of 54 active listings. While affordability remains a key driver for local buyers, the market is balanced by consistent demand and a moderate pace of sales. Current conditions reflect a stable environment for both homeowners and investors.
This ZIP is well-suited for budget-conscious family buyers, first-time homeowners, and investors seeking stable rental income in a historic, riverfront community.
Median prices moved up 5.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 54 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 12.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 17801, Northumberland 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.
Crime rates in Sunbury are generally consistent with regional averages for small industrial-heritage cities in central Pennsylvania, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Shikellamy School District, which provides standard public education services for the region.
The area faces moderate flood risk due to its proximity to the Susquehanna River, requiring careful consideration of flood insurance zones for properties near the waterfront.
Economic momentum is driven by local healthcare, manufacturing, and retail sectors, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown corridor and riverfront infrastructure.
Property taxes are levied by Northumberland County, the city of Sunbury, and the Shikellamy School District, with rates determined by local millage and assessed property values.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with access to major regional routes like US-11 and PA-61 facilitating travel to nearby employment hubs in Selinsgrove and Lewisburg.
Residents have access to the Susquehanna River for boating and fishing, as well as local parks like Cameron Park and nearby trail systems for outdoor activities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand for affordable housing, with a mix of single-family rentals and multi-unit properties supporting a significant renter population.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare services, regional manufacturing, and retail trade, serving as a commercial hub for Northumberland County.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with regional connectivity provided by state highways and proximity to major transit corridors.
Development focus remains on infill housing and the rehabilitation of historic properties within the city limits.
Parcels are subject to Northumberland County, Sunbury City, and Shikellamy School District tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by flood zone designations near the Susquehanna River and general regional hazard profiles.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 17801 profile.
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.
Central community park hosting local events and gatherings.
Provides recreational opportunities including boating and fishing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.