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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Burien is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Burien, WA

How much do homes in Burien, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$640,000

$391/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

-$14,716(-2.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Burien have sold for 2.2% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Burien was $640,000 in October 2024, down 2.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $391.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $300K$265K
-11.7%
2 $475K$450K
-5.3%
3 $634.2K$662.5K
+4.5%
4 $800K$765.8K
-4.3%
5+ $970K$935K
-3.6%

Summary: Burien housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 11.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 5.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 3.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Normandy Park
+10.3%
SeaTac
+5.4%
Burien
-2.2%

Housing Supply in Burien, WA

How many homes are available in Burien, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
121134+10.7%

Summary: The Burien real estate market had 134 homes for sale in October 2024, a 10.7% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 45
+25.0%
2 2323
0.0%
3 4854
+12.5%
4 3641
+13.9%
5+ 1011
+10.0%

Summary: The Burien housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 25%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 12.5%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 13.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2241+86.4%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

17 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

13 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Burien, you may be able to get a good deal. 41.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 41 homes were sold or pending in Burien in October 2024, up by 86.4% month-over-month. Of the 41 sold homes, 41% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 27% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Burien, WA

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

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
29 Days33 Days+14.2%

Summary: Homes in Burien had an average of 33 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 14.2% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

28 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

8 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 41 homes were sold in Burien; 68% of homes were sold within 30 days, 20% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 12% 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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