17603 — Lancaster, PA Home Values
Typical home value $315,193 as of June 2026 · 44th of 45 in Lancaster, PA
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 17603, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 17603 compares in the Lancaster, PA area
ZIP code 17603 (Lancaster, PA) has a typical home value of $315,193 as of June 2026, ranking 44th of 45 ZIP codes tracked in the Lancaster, PA area, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.4%, from $236,287 in June 2021 to $315,193 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 17.9× the annual rent ($1,470/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Lancaster, PA forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Lancaster.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 17603 has a population of 66,788, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 55.7% White, 27.6% Hispanic or Latino, 7.4% Black or African American, 4.1% Asian, 4% two or more races, 1.2% another race, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wheatland MS | 919 Hamilton Park Dr, Lancaster, PA | 0.2 mi |
| Smith-Wade-El El Sch | 910 Hamilton Park Drive, Lancaster, PA | 0.2 mi |
| Lafayette El Sch | 1000 Fremont St, Lancaster, PA | 0.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 17603?
$315,193 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 17603 an expensive ZIP code in the Lancaster, PA area?
17603 ranks 44th of 45 ZIP codes in the Lancaster, PA area by typical home value, more expensive than about 4% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 17603 changed over the past year?
+3.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 17603?
The typical home price is 17.9× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,470/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 17603?
66,788, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 17603?
Wheatland MS (0.2 mi), Smith-Wade-El El Sch (0.2 mi), Lafayette El Sch (0.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 17603?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Lancaster, PA forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.