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Villanova, PA 19085 Real Estate Market Report

ZIP Code: 19085
Report Date: April 2026
Market Temperature: HOT
Scope: Single-Family Residential (SFR) listings and comps only


Executive Overview

The real estate market in Villanova, PA is characterized by a median sold price of $1,532,967.5, reflecting a robust demand and significant price appreciation. The neighborhood has increased 15% since 2023, underscoring the competitive nature of the market. Despite the elevated median listing price of $2,072,500, the gap between listing and sold prices suggests that sellers may need to adjust expectations to align with buyer sentiment, as actual transaction prices are notably lower than asking prices.

Market activity shows median days on market at 296, indicating a slower sales velocity and potentially a liquidity challenge in the current environment. Elevated inventory levels relative to sales activity suggest that while demand remains strong, the supply of homes is not keeping pace with buyer interest, leading to a hot market temperature. This dynamic may create opportunities for buyers willing to navigate the longer sales process.


Market Overview

This analysis is based on a sample of properties from this ZIP code (up to 200 sold properties and up to 100 active properties). The median prices below are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.

Analysis Window
90 Days
Total Properties Analyzed
20
Active Listings
9
Sold Properties
11

Market Metrics

Median Listing Price
$2,072,500
Median Sold Price
$1,532,968
Median Price per Sqft
$414/sqft

Note: The property counts shown above represent only the properties analyzed in this report sample, not the total inventory for this ZIP code. Median prices are calculated from all available properties in the sample, while trend analysis uses properties from the selected analysis window.


Rental Market

Median Market Rent
$3,130

Note: The relationship between property values and rental rates reflects different market dynamics. Higher-priced properties may have lower rental yields due to factors such as luxury market positioning, owner-occupancy preferences, or long-term appreciation strategies rather than immediate rental income maximization.


Property Taxes

Property Tax Rate
1.94%

Liquidity & Velocity

Median Days on Market
296
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%

Note: A Sale-to-List Ratio near 100% can occur when properties sell at or near their final listing price after price adjustments during the listing period, even when initial listing prices differ significantly from sale prices.


Market Trends & Context

Understanding Market Temperature

A Hot market indicates strong buyer demand with limited inventory, typically characterized by rising prices, quick sales (low days on market), and inventory levels below historical averages.

Price YoY Trend
up
Market Temperature
hot
Interest Rate Pressure
moderate

Key Findings

  1. The median sold price of $1,532,967.5 indicates strong market demand despite elevated listing prices.

  2. With a median listing price of $2,072,500, there is a notable gap between seller expectations and buyer willingness to pay.

  3. The median days on market of 296 reflects slower sales velocity, suggesting potential pricing friction in the market.

  4. Elevated inventory levels relative to sales activity indicate excess supply, which may lead to adjustments in pricing strategies.

  5. The market is currently classified as hot, indicating strong buyer interest and competitive conditions.


Notable Properties

The following 8 properties represent notable market examples and recent transactions that illustrate key market dynamics. These are illustrative examples selected for their significance (top sales, market benchmarks, quick sales) and are not the basis for the statistical calculations shown above.

Recent Transactions

1115 Red Rose Ln, Villanova, PA 19085
Top Sale

Highest sale in the past 90 days. Fully renovated with modern finishes and premium lot positioning.

4 beds
4 baths
4,261 sqft
$3,150,000
Jan 1, 2026
$739/sqft/sqft
197 days on market
426 Clairemont Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
Market Benchmark

Sold at market average

6 beds
4 baths
6,807 sqft
$2,654,000
Jan 1, 2026
$390/sqft/sqft
500 Northwick Ln, Villanova, PA 19085
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

5 beds
5 baths
7,160 sqft
$2,175,000
Jan 1, 2026
$304/sqft/sqft
193 days on market
733 Stoke Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
Market Benchmark

Representative market sale establishing baseline for properties in the core neighborhood.

4 beds
3 baths
3,312 sqft
$1,304,000
Feb 1, 2026
$394/sqft/sqft
34 Aldwyn Ln, Villanova, PA 19085
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds
2 baths
2,000 sqft
$1,275,000
Jan 1, 2026
$638/sqft/sqft
89 days on market
913 Field Ln, Villanova, PA 19085
Market Benchmark

Sold at market average

4 beds
3 baths
3,050 sqft
$1,250,000
Jan 1, 2026
$410/sqft/sqft
112 days on market
18 Villanova Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
Premium

Sold above market average

4 beds
2 baths
2,088 sqft
$1,095,000
Mar 1, 2026
$524/sqft/sqft
76 days on market
1813 Old Gulph Rd, Villanova, PA 19085
Quick Flip

Sold below market average

4 beds
2 baths
2,549 sqft
$595,000
Jan 1, 2026
$233/sqft/sqft

Data Sources

Real estate market data & public records, and GemHaus® proprietary models.

Report generated: 4/1/2026

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