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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Covington is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since September 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Covington, WA

How much do homes in Covington, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$676,666

$345/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since September 2023

+$41,666(+6.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Covington have sold for 6.6% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Covington was $676,666 in September 2024, up 6.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $345.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
1 -$300K
N/A
2 $425K$450K
+5.9%
3 $535K$596.5K
+11.5%
4 $750K$746.2K
-0.5%
5+ $755K$858.4K
+13.7%

Summary: Covington housing prices by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes increased by 5.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 11.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 0.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 13.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

Tahoma-Maple Valley
+8.4%
Maple Valley
+7.2%
Covington
+6.6%
Kent
+5.7%

Housing Supply in Covington, WA

How many homes are available in Covington, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
9485-9.6%

Summary: The Covington real estate market had 85 homes for sale in September 2024, a 9.6% decrease compared to August 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSAug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 23
+50.0%
3 4638
-17.4%
4 2827
-3.6%
5+ 1817
-5.6%

Summary: The Covington housing inventory by bedroom type for September 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 50%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 17.4%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 3.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 5.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Aug 2024Sep 2024CHANGE
2821-25.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

9 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

10 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Covington, expect to pay close to the asking price. 47.6% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 21 homes were sold or pending in Covington in September 2024, down by 25.0% month-over-month. Of the 21 sold homes, 43% were sold under asking, 48% were sold at asking, and 10% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Covington, WA

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

Average Sale Time

Sep 2023Sep 2024CHANGE
34 Days48 Days+40.9%

Summary: Homes in Covington had an average of 48 days on market in Sep 2024, up by 40.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

8 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During September 2024, 21 homes were sold in Covington; 38% of homes were sold within 30 days, 43% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 19% 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 29 Days Ago

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