Is 98631, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98631 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

At the same time last year, 98631 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98631 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 98631, WA

How much do homes in 98631, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$387,000

$300/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$42,000(+12.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98631 have sold for 12.2% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98631 was $387,000 in October 2024, up 12.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $300.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $191.2K$186K
-2.7%
2 $315K$282K
-10.5%
3 $442.5K$425K
-4.0%
4 $570K$768K
+34.7%
5+ $150K$575K
+283.3%

Summary: 98631 housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 2.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 10.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 34.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 283.3%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98631
+12.2%
98640
-5.0%

Housing Supply in 98631, WA

How many homes are available in 98631, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
8886-2.3%

Summary: The 98631 real estate market had 86 homes for sale in October 2024, a 2.3% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 1314
+7.7%
2 3833
-13.2%
3 2831
+10.7%
4 44
0.0%
5+ 54
-20.0%

Summary: The 98631 housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 13.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 10.7%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 20%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
912+33.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

11 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98631, you may be able to get a good deal. 91.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 12 homes were sold or pending in 98631 in October 2024, up by 33.3% month-over-month. Of the 12 sold homes, 92% were sold under asking, 8% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98631, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98631, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
79 Days139 Days+74.8%

Summary: Homes in 98631 had an average of 139 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 74.8% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

3 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

7 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Most homes in 98631 are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.

Summary: During October 2024, 12 homes were sold in 98631; 25% of homes were sold within 30 days, 17% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 58% 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 16 Days Ago

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