Is South Whidbey Island, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing South Whidbey Island is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, South Whidbey Island has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in South Whidbey Island, WA

How much do homes in South Whidbey Island, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$745,000

$419/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

-$5,000(-0.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in South Whidbey Island have sold for 0.7% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in South Whidbey Island was $745,000 in October 2024, down 0.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $419.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $780K$550K
-29.5%
2 $670K$732.5K
+9.3%
3 $768.7K$749.9K
-2.4%
4 $832.5K$1.2M
+44.1%
5+ -$1.7M
N/A

Summary: South Whidbey Island housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 29.5%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 9.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 2.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 44.1%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

South Whidbey Island
-0.7%
Langley
-1.1%
Central Whidbey Island
-6.3%

Housing Supply in South Whidbey Island, WA

How many homes are available in South Whidbey Island, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
10186-14.9%

Summary: The South Whidbey Island real estate market had 86 homes for sale in October 2024, a 14.9% decrease compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 108
-20.0%
2 4941
-16.3%
3 3731
-16.2%
4 34
+33.3%
5+ 22
0.0%

Summary: The South Whidbey Island housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 20%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 16.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 16.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 33.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
2718-33.3%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

9 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

5 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in South Whidbey Island, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 18 homes were sold or pending in South Whidbey Island in October 2024, down by 33.3% month-over-month. Of the 18 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 28% were sold at asking, and 22% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for South Whidbey Island, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in South Whidbey Island, WA?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
54 Days32 Days-39.3%

Summary: Homes in South Whidbey Island had an average of 32 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 39.3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

9 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During October 2024, 18 homes were sold in South Whidbey Island; 50% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 17% 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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