Cheapest Cities in Pennsylvania 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Pennsylvania

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Ronco	$8K	70 days	1.0 mo	N/A
2	Kerrtown	$12K	1 days	—	N/A
3	Dale	$12K	72 days	1.3 mo	N/A
4	Patton	$13K	72 days	6.0 mo	N/A
5	West Brownsville	$13K	35 days	3.0 mo	N/A
6	Westland	$14K	9 days	—	N/A
7	Long Branch	$14K	5 days	1.0 mo	N/A
8	Robinson	$15K	117 days	1.0 mo	N/A
9	Slabtown	$15K	67 days	—	N/A
10	Spring Drive Mobile Home Park	$15K	115 days	—	N/A
11	Starbrick	$15K	67 days	—	N/A
12	Troutville	$15K	68 days	—	N/A
13	Chewton	$17K	296 days	—	N/A
14	Grindstone	$17K	42 days	3.0 mo	N/A
15	Vintondale	$19K	248 days	—	N/A
16	Blooming Valley	$20K	32 days	—	N/A
17	Clappertown	$20K	140 days	—	N/A
18	Marianna	$20K	380 days	3.0 mo	N/A
19	Mount Wolf	$20K	20 days	4.0 mo	N/A
20	New Philadelphia	$21K	24 days	1.0 mo	N/A
21	Emlenton	$22K	10 days	1.3 mo	N/A
22	James City	$22K	181 days	—	N/A
23	Wilburton Number Two	$22K	22 days	—	N/A
24	Webster	$22K	119 days	0.5 mo	N/A
25	Green Hills	$23K	42 days	—	N/A
26	Van Voorhis	$23K	31 days	—	N/A
27	Applewold	$24K	82 days	—	N/A
28	Linesville	$25K	48 days	3.0 mo	N/A
29	Beaverdale	$25K	46 days	2.0 mo	N/A
30	Cassandra	$25K	14 days	—	N/A
31	Bruin	$27K	15 days	2.0 mo	N/A
32	Oakland	$29K	93 days	2.0 mo	N/A
33	South Heights	$29K	102 days	2.0 mo	N/A
34	Linds Crossing	$30K	6 days	—	N/A
35	Smock	$30K	137 days	—	N/A
36	Edie	$31K	77 days	—	N/A
37	Ranshaw	$31K	23 days	1.0 mo	N/A
38	Williamstown	$31K	49 days	5.0 mo	N/A
39	Ringtown	$32K	4 days	2.0 mo	N/A
40	Daisytown	$33K	180 days	—	N/A
41	Strodes Mills	$33K	45 days	1.0 mo	N/A
42	Donora	$33K	38 days	2.5 mo	N/A
43	Eagle Lake	$33K	31 days	—	N/A
44	East Altoona	$33K	146 days	1.0 mo	N/A
45	Dawson	$34K	122 days	3.0 mo	N/A
46	Avonmore	$35K	167 days	2.0 mo	N/A
47	Brownsville	$35K	47 days	3.3 mo	N/A
48	Olivia	$35K	191 days	—	N/A
49	Orviston	$35K	346 days	—	N/A
50	Alverda	$38K	25 days	—	N/A
51	Coalport	$38K	21 days	—	N/A
52	Monessen	$38K	71 days	8.2 mo	-49.3%
53	Lorain	$39K	89 days	1.0 mo	N/A
54	Commodore	$40K	30 days	—	N/A
55	Atlas	$40K	27 days	4.0 mo	N/A
56	Carrolltown	$40K	288 days	—	N/A
57	East Rochester	$40K	67 days	—	N/A
58	Langeloth	$40K	47 days	1.0 mo	N/A
59	Monument	$40K	207 days	—	N/A
60	Ridgway	$40K	90 days	4.0 mo	N/A
61	Rowes Run	$40K	71 days	—	N/A
62	Shippingport	$40K	313 days	—	N/A
63	Geeseytown	$43K	33 days	—	N/A
64	Glen Campbell	$44K	114 days	—	N/A
65	Yarnell	$44K	173 days	—	N/A
66	Allport	$45K	6 days	—	N/A
67	Duquesne	$45K	350 days	6.0 mo	N/A
68	Manorville	$45K	83 days	—	N/A
69	Shamokin	$46K	106 days	3.5 mo	N/A
70	Hereford	$46K	73 days	1.0 mo	N/A
71	Oneida	$46K	26 days	—	N/A
72	Newell	$47K	52 days	—	N/A
73	North Charleroi	$48K	14 days	3.5 mo	N/A
74	Clairton	$49K	90 days	2.1 mo	N/A
75	Hunterstown	$49K	76 days	—	N/A
76	Johnstown	$49K	34 days	2.3 mo	+4.3%
77	Scalp Level	$50K	28 days	1.0 mo	N/A
78	Cedar Crest	$50K	253 days	—	N/A
79	East Conemaugh	$50K	59 days	—	N/A
80	Lavelle	$50K	554 days	—	N/A
81	New Columbus	$50K	15 days	—	N/A
82	Orwin	$50K	4 days	—	N/A
83	South Fork	$50K	72 days	1.0 mo	N/A
84	Utica	$50K	28 days	—	N/A
85	Continental Courts	$52K	88 days	—	N/A
86	West Decatur	$52K	74 days	—	N/A
87	Monongahela	$52K	83 days	3.1 mo	N/A
88	McKeesport	$54K	83 days	4.9 mo	-19.3%
89	Charlottsville	$55K	63 days	—	N/A
90	Glassport	$55K	38 days	22.0 mo	N/A
91	Heckscherville	$55K	1 days	—	N/A
92	Marion Center	$55K	21 days	—	N/A
93	New Boston	$55K	121 days	—	N/A
94	Orchard Hills	$55K	40 days	1.0 mo	N/A
95	Roots	$55K	467 days	—	N/A
96	Sidman	$55K	26 days	3.0 mo	N/A
97	North Braddock	$56K	43 days	12.0 mo	N/A
98	Sproul	$56K	6 days	—	N/A
99	Garrett	$57K	15 days	1.0 mo	N/A
100	Tyrone	$57K	4 days	3.7 mo	N/A

Affordable Housing in Pennsylvania

Looking for affordable housing in Pennsylvania? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Ronco with a median price of $8K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Pennsylvania?

The most affordable cities in Pennsylvania are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Pennsylvania?

Affordable Pennsylvania cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Pennsylvania cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Pennsylvania cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Pennsylvania's cheapest cities?

In Pennsylvania's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Pennsylvania a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Pennsylvania cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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