State report

Real Estate Investing in Pennsylvania

2 Pennsylvania metros covered, ranked by the MDR investor score. Average gross rent yield: 8.55%. Average YoY: +0.5%.

Tenancy
moderately tenant-friendly
Foreclosure
judicial, ~9-12 months
Assignment
permitted with disclosure (passed 2023)
Income tax
state income tax 3.07%
All markets

Pennsylvania ranked by MDR investor score.

# Market Median YoY Yield Score
01 Pittsburgh $241k -0.5% 7.87% 83
02 Philadelphia $234k +1.5% 9.22% 78
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FAQ

Investing in Pennsylvania.

Is Pennsylvania a good state for real estate investing in 2026?

Across the 2 Pennsylvania markets we cover, average gross rent yield is 8.55% and average YoY appreciation is +0.5%. Moderately tenant-friendly tenancy posture, foreclosure timeline ~9-12 months, state income tax 3.07%. Pittsburgh is our top-scoring Pennsylvania market at 83/100.

What are Pennsylvania's landlord-tenant laws like?

Pennsylvania is moderately tenant-friendly. The foreclosure process is judicial, ~9-12 months. state income tax 3.07%.

Is wholesaling legal in Pennsylvania?

Wholesale assignment is permitted with disclosure (passed 2023) in Pennsylvania. Always confirm current disclosure and licensing requirements with a local attorney before structuring deals.

What is the best city to invest in in Pennsylvania?

Based on our composite investor score, Pittsburgh scores highest among Pennsylvania markets at 83/100. Median home value $240,538 with 7.87% gross rent yield.

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