Is 98042, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98042 is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, 98042 has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98042 is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in 98042, WA

How much do homes in 98042, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$702,285

$342/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$61,785(+9.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98042 have sold for 9.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98042 was $702,285 in October 2024, up 9.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $342.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $265K$300K
+13.2%
2 $420K$450K
+7.1%
3 $575K$635K
+10.4%
4 $740K$775K
+4.7%
5+ $800K$850K
+6.3%

Summary: 98042 housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 7.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 6.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98042
+9.6%
98010
+4.6%
98031
+3.8%
98058
+1.8%
98092
-3.3%

Housing Supply in 98042, WA

How many homes are available in 98042, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
204210+2.9%

Summary: The 98042 real estate market had 210 homes for sale in October 2024, a 2.9% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 1211
-8.3%
3 7482
+10.8%
4 8179
-2.5%
5+ 3738
+2.7%

Summary: The 98042 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 decreased by 8.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 2.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
4663+37.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

21 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

25 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

17 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98042, expect to pay close to the asking price. 39.7% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 63 homes were sold or pending in 98042 in October 2024, up by 37.0% month-over-month. Of the 63 sold homes, 33% were sold under asking, 40% were sold at asking, and 27% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98042, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98042, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
21 Days43 Days+107.5%

Summary: Homes in 98042 had an average of 43 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 107.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

41 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

10 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98042 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 63 homes were sold in 98042; 65% of homes were sold within 30 days, 19% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% 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 21 Days Ago

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