Is 98229, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98229 is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

Since last year, 98229 has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98229 is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in 98229, WA

How much do homes in 98229, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$681,000

$371/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$8,666(+1.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98229 have sold for 1.3% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98229 was $681,000 in November 2024, up 1.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $371.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $302.5K$332.5K
+9.9%
2 $435K$418.5K
-3.8%
3 $625K$705K
+12.8%
4 $873.7K$850K
-2.7%
5+ $795K$945K
+18.9%

Summary: 98229 housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 9.9%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 12.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 2.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 18.9%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98232
+39.7%
98225
+7.7%
98226
+6.7%
98233
+4.7%
98229
+1.3%

Housing Supply in 98229, WA

How many homes are available in 98229, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
147134-8.8%

Summary: The 98229 real estate market had 134 homes for sale in November 2024, a 8.8% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 97
-22.2%
2 4133
-19.5%
3 6157
-6.6%
4 3032
+6.7%
5+ 65
-16.7%

Summary: The 98229 housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 22.2%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 19.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 6.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 6.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
3626-27.8%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

11 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98229, you may be able to get a good deal. 42.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 26 homes were sold or pending in 98229 in November 2024, down by 27.8% month-over-month. Of the 26 sold homes, 42% were sold under asking, 15% were sold at asking, and 42% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98229, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98229, WA?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
29 Days32 Days+9.0%

Summary: Homes in 98229 had an average of 32 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

16 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98229 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During November 2024, 26 homes were sold in 98229; 62% of homes were sold within 30 days, 31% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 8% 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 17 Days Ago

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