The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 18062 sells for about $425,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 28 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,941 a month.
ZIP 18062 — Macungie
The housing market in 18062 remains robust, characterized by high demand and limited inventory, which continues to drive price appreciation. Buyers are competing for well-maintained homes, resulting in a high sale-to-list ratio and relatively quick market times. The area's strong school district and suburban appeal remain the primary drivers of its sustained market strength.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools, spacious housing, and a peaceful atmosphere within reach of regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 28 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 4.7% — 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 5.4%/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 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 18062, Lehigh 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 generally experiences low crime rates compared to the broader Lehigh Valley region, with a stable safety profile.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the East Penn School District, which is highly regarded for academic performance and student outcomes.
The area faces standard regional risks including potential for localized flooding near Little Lehigh Creek and Swabia Creek, with typical insurance requirements for the Northeast.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to major Lehigh Valley employers and ongoing residential development in Lower Macungie Township.
Property taxes are levied by the county, township, and the East Penn School District; rates are determined by local millage and assessed property values.
Residents typically commute by car toward Allentown, Bethlehem, or the broader Lehigh Valley employment hubs, with access to major regional highways.
The area features numerous public green spaces, including parks and trails along local creeks, with convenient access to shopping and dining in Macungie and nearby Allentown.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and low vacancy rates, with a mix of single-family homes and townhouses available for lease.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics industries within the Lehigh Valley, with major employers including Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Ongoing residential development continues in Lower Macungie Township, focusing on expanding housing inventory to meet regional demand.
Parcels are subject to East Penn School District taxes and local municipal levies.
Standard property insurance coverage is recommended due to regional weather patterns and flood risk zones.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 2024 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.
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom4.44.3 mi
- Dave & Buster's Lehigh4.28.5 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.12.5 mi
- B Social Bowling4.510.4 mi
- Sky Zone Bethlehem4.111.8 mi
- Bear Creek Mountain Resort4.54.5 mi
- PPL Center4.57.3 mi
- Jefferson Park4.79.3 mi
- Wind Creek Event Center4.412.5 mi
- Golden Corral Buffet & Grill3.58.7 mi
- Lehigh Valley Zoo4.510.1 mi
- AMC Center Valley 164.38.5 mi
- SteelStacks4.712.1 mi
- Shankweiler's Drive-In Theatre4.88.7 mi
- Movie Tavern Trexlertown4.22.5 mi
- SteelStacks4.712.1 mi
- Crystal Cave4.514.7 mi
- Lost River Caverns4.512.9 mi
- Da Vinci Science Center4.47.2 mi
- Allentown Art Museum4.77.6 mi
- Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom4.44.3 mi
- Lehigh Valley Zoo4.510.1 mi
- Cedar Beach Park4.65.7 mi
- Grange Park4.73.8 mi
- Covered Bridge Park4.87.4 mi
- Highway Marine4.610.8 mi
- Wedgewood Golf Club4.36.7 mi
- Butter Valley Golf Course4.38.6 mi
- The Club at Twin Lakes4.28.8 mi
- Macoby Run Golf Course4.312.2 mi
- Allentown Municipal Golf Course4.45.5 mi
- Lehigh Valley Mall4.48.7 mi
- Promenade Saucon Valley4.58.4 mi
- Allentown Farmers Market4.76.5 mi
- Marshalls & HomeGoods4.410.5 mi
- Elias Market4.58.5 mi
- Lehigh Valley International Airport4.510.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides scenic trails and recreational opportunities.
A central community hub for local events and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.