Is 98237, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98237 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

At the same time last year, 98237 was a Neutral Market.

Key Takeaway

98237 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 98237, WA

How much do homes in 98237, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$393,500

$282/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$44,000(+12.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98237 have sold for 12.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98237 was $393,500 in November 2024, up 12.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $282.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $175K$205K
+17.1%
2 $290K$319K
+10.0%
3 $357.5K$410K
+14.7%
4 $415K$647.9K
+56.1%
5+ $522.5K$562.5K
+7.7%

Summary: 98237 housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 17.1%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 14.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 56.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 7.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98237
+12.6%
98284
+4.3%
98223
+2.7%

Housing Supply in 98237, WA

How many homes are available in 98237, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
3836-5.3%

Summary: The 98237 real estate market had 36 homes for sale in November 2024, a 5.3% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 46
+50.0%
2 85
-37.5%
3 2119
-9.5%
4 45
+25.0%
5+ 11
0.0%

Summary: The 98237 housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 37.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 9.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 25%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
134-69.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

1 Home Was Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98237, you could pay more than the asking price. 50% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 4 homes were sold or pending in 98237 in November 2024, down by 69.2% month-over-month. Of the 4 sold homes, 25% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 50% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98237, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98237, WA?

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
7 Days44 Days+483.7%

Summary: Homes in 98237 had an average of 44 days on market in Nov 2024, up by 483.7% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in 98237 has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During November 2024, 4 homes were sold in 98237; 25% of homes were sold within 30 days, 75% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 0% 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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