We Buy Houses in Philadelphia, PA
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Market Snapshot: Philadelphia, PA
Latest available data from public sources. Updated .
Median Home Value
$243,100
Census ACS 2024
Zillow Home Value Index
$227,523
+2.2% YoY
Zillow ZHVI
Median Sale Price
$251,500
Redfin
Days on Market
65 days
Redfin
Population
1,573,916
-1.7% since 2020
U.S. Census
Median Household Income
$61,953
Census ACS 2024
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.0%
Redfin
Active Inventory
3,368 homes
Redfin
Owner-Occupied
51.8%
Census ACS 2024
Price per Sq Ft
$190/sqft
Redfin
Recent Sales
684 homes
Redfin
Unemployment Rate
8.1%
BLS
Property Tax
$2,003/yr
Census ACS 2024
Median Age
35.3 years
Census ACS 2024
Poverty Rate
21.4%
Census ACS 2024
Avg. Commute
32 min
Census ACS 2024
| Metric | Value | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $243,100 | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Zillow Home Value Index | $227,523 | +2.2% YoY | Zillow ZHVI |
| Median Sale Price | $251,500 | — | Redfin |
| Days on Market | 65 days | — | Redfin |
| Population | 1,573,916 | -1.7% since 2020 | U.S. Census |
| Median Household Income | $61,953 | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% | — | Redfin |
| Active Inventory | 3,368 homes | — | Redfin |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.8% | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Price per Sq Ft | $190/sqft | — | Redfin |
| Recent Sales | 684 homes | — | Redfin |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.1% | — | BLS |
| Property Tax | $2,003/yr | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.3 years | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.4% | — | Census ACS 2024 |
| Avg. Commute | 32 min | — | Census ACS 2024 |
Why Homeowners in Philadelphia Choose EasyOffer
Homes in Philadelphia are worth about $227,523 on average. If you're trying to sell your house, the traditional route means hiring an agent, making repairs, and waiting months for a buyer who might back out.
Philadelphia's overall cost of living is approximately 2–5% above the national average, with housing costs only modestly above median — making it one of the most affordable large East Coast cities and a popular destination for New York and Washington transplants.
We buy houses in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — no matter what shape they're in. Bad roof? Old kitchen? Foundation problems? It doesn't matter. We make our offer based on the house as it is right now. You don't spend a dime on repairs. We cover all closing costs and close on your schedule.
We also serve homeowners in nearby Center City, Wharton, Pennsport, and throughout Pennsylvania.
Serving Philadelphia and Surrounding Areas
Neighborhoods We Serve
Rittenhouse Square
Philadelphia's premier urban neighborhood, where luxury condos and historic townhomes trade at $600K–$3M+ around the beloved public square, attracting executives, doctors, and empty-nesters seeking a walkable urban lifestyle.
Fishtown
A rapidly gentrified former working-class neighborhood that became one of the hottest markets in the mid-Atlantic, with rowhouses now selling for $450K–$800K and drawing young professionals in their 20s and 30s.
Germantown
A historic Northwest Philadelphia neighborhood of Victorian-era rowhouses and larger stone homes that trade at $150K–$350K, offering value for investors and buyers willing to trade off for lower price points.
Chestnut Hill
An affluent, village-like neighborhood in Northwest Philadelphia with a charming commercial corridor and stone homes averaging $500K–$1.2M, popular with wealthy families seeking city living with suburban character.
South Philadelphia
The traditional working-class Italian-American heartland that has evolved into a diverse mix of residents; rowhouses trade at $250K–$500K and the area is popular with first-time buyers and long-tenured families.
Kensington
A severely distressed neighborhood in North Philadelphia long associated with the opioid crisis, where houses can be acquired for $50K–$150K, attracting nonprofit and speculative investors working on long-term stabilization plays.
Notable Landmarks
Independence Hall and Liberty Bell · Philadelphia Museum of Art (Rocky Steps) · Eastern State Penitentiary · Reading Terminal Market · Philadelphia Zoo · LOVE Park (John F. Kennedy Plaza)
Major Employers
University of Pennsylvania Health System (Penn Medicine) — Ivy League health system and one of the region's largest employers · Jefferson Health — major regional hospital system employing thousands across the Philadelphia metro · Comcast — media and telecom giant headquartered in its landmark Comcast Technology Center downtown · Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) — world-renowned pediatric hospital and major University City employer · Aramark — food services and facilities management company headquartered in Philadelphia · Independence Blue Cross — Pennsylvania's largest health insurer with major Center City presence · Temple University Health System — large academic medical center serving North Philadelphia
Top Schools
Natural Hazard Awareness
Philadelphia faces moderate flooding risk along the Schuylkill and Delaware Rivers, particularly during nor'easters and remnant tropical systems; the city also experiences occasional heavy snow events and has seen increased urban heat island effects in lower-income neighborhoods.
How It Works
Here's how we buy houses in Philadelphia — three simple steps:
Tell Us About Your Property
Enter your address and contact info. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Your Cash Offer
We analyze your Philadelphia property and send a fair, no-obligation offer.
Close and Get Paid
Pick your closing date. We handle paperwork and pay all closing costs.
Tell Us About Your Property
Enter your address and contact info. Takes 30 seconds.
Get Your Cash Offer
We analyze your Philadelphia property and send a fair, no-obligation offer.
Close and Get Paid
Pick your closing date. We handle paperwork and pay all closing costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to sell a house in Philadelphia, PA?
On the open market, homes in Philadelphia take a median of 65 days to sell (Redfin). With EasyOffer, you can receive a cash offer within 24 hours and close in as few as 7 days — no showings, no buyer financing delays, no waiting.
Can I sell my house as-is in Philadelphia?
Yes. We buy houses in Philadelphia in any condition — no repairs, cleaning, or renovations needed. Foundation issues, roof damage, outdated interiors, code violations — we make our offer based on the property's current state so you never spend a dime getting it ready.
How much is my house worth in Philadelphia, PA?
The median home value in Philadelphia is $227,523 (Zillow, 2026), up 2.2% year-over-year. Your home's actual value depends on its specific condition, location, and comparable sales. Submit your address above for a no-obligation cash offer based on your property — not just averages.
Can I sell my house without a realtor in Philadelphia?
Yes. EasyOffer buys houses directly — no realtor, no listing, no commissions. You save 5-6% in agent fees, pay zero closing costs, and avoid months of showings. We handle everything from offer to closing.
What are closing costs when selling a house in PA?
When selling through a traditional agent in Pennsylvania, closing costs typically run 2-5% of the sale price on top of 5-6% in realtor commissions. With EasyOffer, you pay zero closing costs and zero commissions. The cash offer we make is the amount you receive.
How do cash home buyers in Philadelphia determine offer price?
We evaluate your property based on its current condition, location in Philadelphia, recent comparable sales, and estimated repair costs. Our offers typically range from 70-85% of after-repair market value — competitive when you factor in zero fees, zero repairs, and a guaranteed close within days.
What Our Sellers Say
“My mom passed and I inherited her place in Antioch. It needed a ton of work and I live out of state so I couldn't deal with contractors or showings. They came out, looked at it, and had a number for me the next day. We closed in 9 days. The whole thing was so much easier than I expected.”
Inherited Property
“Honestly I was skeptical at first because I'd heard horror stories about cash buyers lowballing people. But they explained exactly how they came up with the number and it was fair. We were behind on payments and they got everything done in a week. No last-minute changes, no surprises at closing.”
Avoided Foreclosure
“My husband got transferred to Dallas and we had about three weeks to figure out the house. A friend told us about EasyOffer. They gave us a cash offer that same afternoon and worked around our move date. We closed 11 days later without having to do a single showing or open house.”
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