Is 98101, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98101 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, 98101 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98101 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 98101, WA

How much do homes in 98101, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$789,000

$807/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$124,000(+18.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98101 have sold for 18.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98101 was $789,000 in October 2024, up 18.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $807.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $559K$538.1K
-3.7%
2 $919.5K$1.0M
+9.8%
3 $1.5M$1.3M
-13.1%
4 --
N/A
5+ -$6.0M
N/A

Summary: 98101 housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 3.7%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 9.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 13.1%, 4 bedroom homes did not change, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98101
+18.6%
98121
+7.0%

Housing Supply in 98101, WA

How many homes are available in 98101, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
7993+17.7%

Summary: The 98101 real estate market had 93 homes for sale in October 2024, a 17.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 3141
+32.3%
2 3738
+2.7%
3 1114
+27.3%
4 00
0.0%
5+ 00
0.0%

Summary: The 98101 housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 32.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 2.7%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 27.3%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
512+140.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98101, you may be able to get a good deal. 66.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 12 homes were sold or pending in 98101 in October 2024, up by 140.0% month-over-month. Of the 12 sold homes, 67% were sold under asking, 33% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98101, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98101, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
72 Days61 Days-14.9%

Summary: Homes in 98101 had an average of 61 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 14.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

4 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98101 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 12 homes were sold in 98101; 33% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 33% 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 14 Days Ago

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