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November 18, 2025

0.5% Transfer Tax Increase Proposed in Allentown

Allentown City Council is proposing a 0.5% increase to the real estate transfer tax. The proposal is being advanced by members of Council as an amendment to the Mayor’s budget. For context, the standard Transfer Tax (also known as the…
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November 11, 2025

Signs of Momentum Amid Typical October Real Estate Slowdown in the Lehigh Valley

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported an expected seasonal slowdown in October housing activity but noted signs of future momentum as pending sales climbed year-over-year. GLVR Members: Click HERE to view the full Market Update report for October 2025. “Mortgage applications…
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October 29, 2025

Lehigh Valley Blessing Boxes Filled by REALTORS®

Blessing Boxes have been filled over the past few months by members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® Diversity & Community Involvement Committee. These small, community-based food pantries operate on the honor system: those in need can take what they…
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October 29, 2025

GLVR Members Choose 2026’s Board of Directors

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® is thrilled to announce who has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors beginning in 2026. The newly elected Board members are: Lori Campbell of Coldwell Banker Heritage Real Estate Doug Frederick of…
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October 16, 2025

Lehigh Valley Market Holds Strong with Rising Sales and New Listings

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported strong September housing activity, as closed sales, pending sales, new listings, and prices all moved upward. GLVR Members: Click HERE to view the full Market Update report for September 2025. “The Lehigh Valley housing market…
September 30, 2025

Cocktail & Cigar Event Smokes RPAC Fundraising Goal

The rain held off just long enough to make for a fantastic evening at Eight Oaks Farm Distillery, where more than 40 members gathered for the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® Cocktails & Cigars event in support of RPAC. Together, attendees…
August Housing Report: Prices Level After Record Highs, Buyers Move Quickly in Tight Market Image
September 16, 2025

August Housing Report: Prices Level After Record Highs, Buyers Move Quickly in Tight Market

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported August housing data showing prices holding steady after back-to-back record highs, with buyers remaining active even as inventory stayed tight. GLVR Members: Click HERE to view the full Market Update report for August 2025. “Even…
August 25, 2025

GLVR Works with the Borough of Bangor to Revise Residential Rental Ordinance

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® has been working with the Borough of Bangor since December to review and amend its Residential Rental Unit and Landlord Registration Ordinance. The original ordinance, passed on November 25, 2024, contained provisions that posed potential…
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August 17, 2025

Rep. Mackenzie Meets with GLVR to Address Housing Challenges

U.S. Congressman Ryan Mackenzie met with members of the Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® last week to discuss Federal housing legislation, including the One Big Beautiful Bill, and to hear directly from REALTORS® about the challenges facing today’s housing market. GLVR…
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August 12, 2025

Lehigh Valley Housing Market Sets Back-to-Back Price Records in July

The Greater Lehigh Valley REALTORS® (GLVR) reported July data showed another record-breaking month, with the median sales price reaching a record $375,000 — surpassing the previous high set in June — and closed sales holding steady at 624. GLVR Members:…