The dynamics of the housing market are not determined only by interest rates and the state of the economy at the national level. Often, local demand, seasonal buying patterns, types of real estate, and other factors determine housing market performance. This is especially relevant for regions where residents, vacation home buyers, retirees, and vacationers look for housing options. In the United States, according to the National Association of REALTORS®, despite the increase in supply, which has been gradually improving from recent lows, in many regions the housing stock is still below long-term historical levels.
Pocono Mountains Area in Northeastern Pennsylvania provides a unique housing environment. Pike, Wayne, and Monroe Counties include lake areas, rural land, historic towns, planned communities, and vacation homes that tend to attract various groups of buyers. Activity levels may differ by season, with recreational properties drawing attention during warm periods while residential properties continue to attract buyers year-round. According to statistics from the Pocono Mountains Association of REALTORS®, there have been a number of dynamics related to inventories, activity, and median prices in recent years, as well as in other regional housing markets. In Monroe County, median sale prices held near the $300,000 mark through mid-2024 despite inventory and activity fluctuations.
It is within this regional setting that McAteer & Will Estates has developed its business since its establishment in 2018 by Lisa McAteer, Alexander McAteer, and Carl Will. Operating as a real estate team within Keller Williams Real Estate, the organization is headquartered in Milford. It concentrates its work across Pike, Wayne, and Monroe Counties. Rather than focusing on a single property category, the team works with residential homes, vacation properties, luxury residences, undeveloped land, waterfront parcels, investment properties, and new construction. This broad portfolio reflects the varied housing stock that characterizes the Pocono Mountains and distinguishes the region from many suburban housing markets with more uniform residential development.
One defining feature of the region is the coexistence of primary residences and seasonal homes. Communities surrounding lakes and recreational areas have historically attracted buyers seeking second homes while residents continue to purchase properties for permanent occupancy. Rural parcels and wooded land also remain an important part of the regional market because of the area’s geography and development patterns. McAteer & Will Estates has built much of its activity around these property categories, offering services that include residential transactions, land sales, luxury housing, relocation assistance, comparative market analysis, and investment consulting. The diversity of these services mirrors the variety of buyers active across Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Migration patterns have also influenced housing activity across the Pocono Mountains during recent years. Growing interest in properties located in communities within driving distance of New York City and Northern New Jersey led to a greater focus on Northeastern Pennsylvania communities during and after the pandemic. However, changes in mortgage rates, affordability issues, and inventory availability were the factors determining buyer behavior. Realtor.com data for June 2026 recorded roughly 640 active listings in Pike County, with a median listing price of about $335,000.
McAteer & Will Estates has focused on getting to know different communities rather than working as if all three counties form one unified market. Indeed, Pike County is different from Monroe County regarding the supply of housing and property mix. Moreover, Wayne County has several more rural communities with their own patterns of housing prices, development, and other characteristics. Publicly available planning statistics from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania revealed differences between counties in terms of cost of housing, vacancy rate, and rent price.
As the organization expanded, its business activity became measurable through production statistics and industry rankings. By September 2026, McAteer & Will Estates reported more than 1,485 completed real estate transactions over the course of its history. Independent recognition followed these milestones. RealTrends ranked co-owner and team lead Lisa McAteer first within her local market, tenth in Pennsylvania, and 144th nationally in 2024. Keller Williams Greater Pennsylvania Region later recognized the organization as the number one team in units and sales volume for 2025. These rankings provide objective reference points for understanding the team’s position within the regional residential real estate market.
Local visibility has extended beyond property transactions. Pike County Courier coverage has highlighted the team’s involvement in business affairs, charity work, seasonal festivities, and other community events within Pike County. Individual recognition has also been awarded through the 2026 Quality Business Awards, the 2026 TITAN Women in Business Awards (won by Lisa McAteer), the 2026 Global Recognition Award, and civic recognition through the award of Pennsylvania Senate commendation and recognition by the Pike County Chamber of Commerce. Overall, these are examples of how McAteer & Will Estates have created their professional profile through their presence in the housing industry and their engagement with the communities they serve.
