Is 98038, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98038 is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, 98038 has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98038 is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in 98038, WA

How much do homes in 98038, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$790,000

$372/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$45,125(+6.1%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98038 have sold for 6.1% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98038 was $790,000 in October 2024, up 6.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $372.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $470K$553K
+17.7%
2 $475K$490K
+3.2%
3 $674K$706.2K
+4.8%
4 $800K$902.5K
+12.8%
5+ $855K$1.1M
+34.5%

Summary: 98038 housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 17.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 34.5%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98027
+19.0%
98038
+6.1%
98010
+4.6%
98058
+1.8%

Housing Supply in 98038, WA

How many homes are available in 98038, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
121127+5.0%

Summary: The 98038 real estate market had 127 homes for sale in October 2024, a 5.0% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 11
0.0%
2 815
+87.5%
3 5451
-5.6%
4 4147
+14.6%
5+ 1713
-23.5%

Summary: The 98038 housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 87.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 14.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 23.5%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
4133-19.5%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

10 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

10 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98038, you may be able to get a good deal. 39.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 33 homes were sold or pending in 98038 in October 2024, down by 19.5% month-over-month. Of the 33 sold homes, 39% were sold under asking, 30% were sold at asking, and 30% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98038, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98038, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
43 Days35 Days-19.2%

Summary: Homes in 98038 had an average of 35 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 19.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

21 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98038 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 33 homes were sold in 98038; 64% of homes were sold within 30 days, 27% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 9% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

Report Updated 13 Days Ago

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