The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 19403 sells for about $410,000, or $217 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 26 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,709 a month.
ZIP 19403 — Norristown
The 19403 housing market remains competitive with a median sale price of $410,000 and a low inventory of 113 active listings. Prices have seen a 5.5% year-over-year increase, supported by strong demand and a median sale-to-list ratio of 100.2%. Some figures, such as specific tax history, were not available at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a balance between suburban living and access to major employment hubs in Montgomery County.
Median prices moved up 5.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 26 days on market with 2.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
38% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.2% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.9% · poverty 4.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 19403, Montgomery County PA
The area is served by the Norristown Area School District, which provides public education for the community.
The area benefits from proximity to major employment hubs in Montgomery County and regional infrastructure connecting to Philadelphia.
Property taxes are assessed at the county, municipal, and school district levels; specific exemptions for seniors and veterans may apply under Pennsylvania law.
Residents typically commute via major regional highways including the Pennsylvania Turnpike and I-476 toward employment centers in King of Prussia and Philadelphia.
The area features local parks and green spaces, with proximity to regional shopping centers and dining districts in the Norristown and East Norriton vicinity.
The rental market shows steady demand with a median asking rent of $2,000, reflecting a mix of multi-family and single-family rental inventory.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and professional services, with significant employment influence from nearby King of Prussia.
The area is served by regional highway corridors and public transit options connecting to the broader Philadelphia metropolitan area.
Ongoing residential and commercial development projects are focused on infill and revitalization within the Norristown and East Norriton corridors.
The Montgomery County Board of Assessment Appeals oversees property valuations for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to school district, municipal, and county tax levies, with potential for specific utility or fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional hazard profiles and standard Pennsylvania market conditions.
Data sourced from US Census Bureau ZCTA 19403 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 large regional park offering trails and open space.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).