Is 98596, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98596 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, 98596 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98596 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 98596, WA

How much do homes in 98596, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$412,000

$269/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$19,247(+4.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98596 have sold for 4.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98596 was $412,000 in October 2024, up 4.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $269.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $200K-
N/A
2 $345K$379.9K
+10.1%
3 $393.8K$402.8K
+2.3%
4 $477.4K$470.9K
-1.4%
5+ $475K$474.5K
-0.1%

Summary: 98596 housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 10.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 0.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98596
+4.9%
98532
+0.6%
98591
-10.9%

Housing Supply in 98596, WA

How many homes are available in 98596, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
7995+20.3%

Summary: The 98596 real estate market had 95 homes for sale in October 2024, a 20.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 77
0.0%
3 5162
+21.6%
4 1721
+23.5%
5+ 45
+25.0%

Summary: The 98596 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 remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 21.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 23.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 25%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
137-46.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

5 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98596, you may be able to get a good deal. 71.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 7 homes were sold or pending in 98596 in October 2024, down by 46.2% month-over-month. Of the 7 sold homes, 71% were sold under asking, 29% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98596, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98596, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
56 Days53 Days-5.4%

Summary: Homes in 98596 had an average of 53 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 5.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

3 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98596 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During October 2024, 7 homes were sold in 98596; 43% of homes were sold within 30 days, 29% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 29% 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 4 Days Ago

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