The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19382 sells for about $640,000, or $362 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.9% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 23 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,830 a month.
ZIP 19382 — West Chester
The 19382 housing market remains highly competitive, characterized by a median sale price of $640,000 and a fast-paced turnover of 23 days. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight decline of 2.9%, the area continues to be a seller's market due to high demand and limited inventory. Several metrics, including specific tax rates and detailed permit data, are not currently published at the ZIP level.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and professionals seeking a competitive, high-value market with access to quality schools and regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved down 2.9% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 23 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 7.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 19382, Chester 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 highly-rated public schools, with the West Chester Area School District being a primary provider for the region.
The region faces standard regional risks for flooding and severe weather, with property insurance premiums influenced by broader Pennsylvania market trends.
The area benefits from proximity to major employment hubs in the Philadelphia metro region and consistent residential development activity.
Property taxes are assessed at the county, municipal, and school district levels, with the effective rate for this ZIP estimated at approximately 0.9%.
Residents typically face a commute of approximately 25.2 minutes, with access to major regional highway corridors for travel toward employment centers.
The area features access to local parks, trails, and shopping districts within the West Chester community.
The rental market shows solid demand with a median asking rent of $2,200 per month.
The local economy is anchored by a mix of professional services, education, and healthcare sectors within the broader Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area.
The area is served by a network of state highways and local roads, with public transit options provided by SEPTA regional rail and bus services.
Ongoing development includes residential infill and mixed-use projects aimed at supporting the growing population in the West Chester area.
Parcels are subject to West Chester Area School District taxes and local municipal levies.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are subject to regional adjustments based on hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZIP-Codes.com profiles.
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.
A historic downtown area featuring diverse dining, shopping, and entertainment options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.