Shocking Real Estate Deals in Ellwood City: You Won't Believe Who Bought What in February 2026!

As February wrapped up, many individuals in Lawrence County found romance not just in relationships but also as they fell in love with new homes. The local real estate market appears to be experiencing significant fluctuations, according to data from Redfin.com.

The median sale price of a home in Lawrence County stood at $149,000 last month, marking an impressive increase of 29.6% compared to the same time last year. The statistics show a median sale price per square foot at $108, reflecting a year-over-year rise of 20.0%. However, when zooming in on the housing market specific to Ellwood City, the dynamics are notably different. Here, the median sale price of homes was reported at $95,000, which is a significant decline of 29.3% from last year. Interestingly, the median sale price per square foot in Ellwood City surged to $134, showcasing a remarkable increase of 92.8% year-over-year.

For those curious about recent real estate transactions, the Lawrence County Recorder of Deeds provides insightful data on property transfers. Here’s a snapshot of notable transactions in Ellwood City and surrounding towns for February 2026:

Ellwood City:

• 423 Spring Ave: Kelly & Matthew Conner sold to Brady Newman for $62,500
• 426 Wayne Ave: Brian & Leslie Bush sold to Entrust Group INC and Jay Anthony Grinnell for $39,900
• 405 Franklin Ave: Donald Brown Jr. sold to Bronson Allman for $100,000
• 701 Smiley St: Sara Swiger sold to Mark Dominelli for $240,000
• 509 1st Ave: Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp sold to Squarehouse LLC for $25,349
• 303 Pershing St: Joseph Fallabel and Robert Delisio sold to Mitchell Connolly and Emily Blanchard for $285,000
• 429 Lawrence Ave: Michael & Kathy McGrath sold to Bailey Four Holdings LLC for $109,500
• 104 Pittsburgh Circle: Jeffrey Larry sold to Richard Pitrelli II for $100,000

Perry Township:

• 1345 Tower Rd, Fombell: Walter Starz sold to Tyler Wehman for $232,000
• Whieldon Ave: Jacqueline Streckeisen sold to Sciulli Holdings LLC for $39,000
• 3777 Grandview Rd: Margaret Haefele sold to Donald Pittser Jr. for $380,000
• 315 Morrison Ave: Ann Burnworth sold to Amos Financial LLC for $60,000

Shenango Township:

• 546 Harmony Baptist Dr, New Castle: Fannie Mae and Federal National Mortgage Association sold to Samuel Metcalfe and Cassidy Matz for $298,000
• 90 Fields Dr, New Castle: Matthew & Darlene Medure sold to Gerald & Joann Prestopine for $318,000
• 3758 Ellwood Rd, New Castle: Jordan & Jessica Angello sold to David Hoak and Mary Kruth for $325,000
• 824 Shenango Stop Rd, New Castle: Bruce Myers II sold to Michael Ciara Murcko for $330,000

Wampum Township:

• 359 Main St, Wampum: Joshua & Lisa Butler sold to Wyatt Butler for $35,000
• 1028 Main St: Keith Hoffmeier sold to Nicholas Jacobs for $250,500

Wayne Township:

• 488 Northwestern Dr, Portersville: Gerald & Elaine Cortez and Bob & Bambi Woodworth sold to Bob & Bambi Woodworth for $3,000
• 896 Squaw Run Rd: Stephen & Tami Marshall and Linda Cole sold to Leslie Johns for $212,500
• 482 Cole Rd, New Castle: Steven & Beth Vardzel sold to Jake & Alyssa Leitch for $253,000

These figures paint a compelling picture of a real estate market in transition, with upward trends in some areas contrasting with declines in others. As local residents navigate these changes, the implications for buyers, sellers, and investors become more pronounced. Understanding these dynamics is vital, especially as Lawrence County continues to evolve in response to economic pressures and housing demand.