The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 17868 sells for about $252,508, or $155 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $973 a month.
ZIP 17868 — Riverside
The housing market in 17868 remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is supported by local employment stability, though higher interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, small-town environment with affordable housing and easy access to regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 30 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.3% · poverty 6.5% — 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 4.8%/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 3.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 17868, 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.
Riverside maintains a low crime rate consistent with rural Pennsylvania, with property and violent crime indices significantly below national averages.
The area is served by the Danville Area School District, which is generally regarded for its solid academic performance and community-focused programming.
The ZIP code is situated along the Susquehanna River, presenting localized flood risks in low-lying areas; standard homeowners insurance is widely available.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to regional healthcare systems and educational institutions, with steady, modest residential development.
Property taxes are levied by the borough, county, and school district; Pennsylvania law limits annual assessment increases, and homestead exemptions are available for primary residences.
Residents primarily commute by car to nearby employment hubs in Danville and Bloomsburg, with typical drive times under 20 minutes.
The area offers access to the Susquehanna River for boating and fishing, local community parks, and proximity to regional hiking trails and golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, largely supported by the local workforce and regional university students.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and manufacturing sectors, with major employers located in the surrounding Danville and Sunbury areas.
Transportation is primarily highway-based, with PA Route 54 and US Route 11 serving as the main corridors for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and minor commercial improvements within the borough limits.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and Danville Area School District taxes, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though flood insurance may be required for properties located within designated floodplains.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates.
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.
Community park offering recreational space and local events.
Provides access to fishing, boating, and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.