$2,369 Closing Credit*
$199,500
864 SqFt
3 Beds
•1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
Bret Van Lant, Listing Office: Weichert Realtors Vanson Assoc
Is Whatcom County, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since October 2023
Since last year, Whatcom County has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Whatcom County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices in Whatcom County, WA
How much do homes in Whatcom County, WA cost?
Median Sold Price
$610,310
$361/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since October 2023
+$45,892(+8.1%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Whatcom County have sold for 8.1% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Whatcom County was $610,310 in October 2024, up 8.1% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $361.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Oct 2023 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $278.7K | $315.5K | +13.2% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $424.2K | $443.4K | +4.5% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $568.9K | $625K | +9.8% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $743.7K | $760K | +2.2% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $799.9K | $935K | +16.9% |
Summary: Whatcom County housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 4.5%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.8%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 16.9%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Whatcom County | $564.4K | $610.3K | +8.1% |
| Okanogan County | $340.1K | $355.2K | +4.4% |
| Skagit County | $535.3K | $557.1K | +4.1% |
Housing Supply in Whatcom County, WA
How many homes are available in Whatcom County, WA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1,086 | 1,100 | +1.3% |
Summary: The Whatcom County real estate market had 1,100 homes for sale in October 2024, a 1.3% increase compared to September 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 73 | 77 | +5.5% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 262 | 252 | -3.8% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 494 | 504 | +2.0% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 208 | 217 | +4.3% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 49 | 50 | +2.0% |
Summary: The Whatcom County housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 5.5%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 4.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 2%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Sep 2024 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 261 | 220 | -15.7% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
99 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
64 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
57 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Whatcom County, you may be able to get a good deal. 45% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 220 homes were sold or pending in Whatcom County in October 2024, down by 15.7% month-over-month. Of the 220 sold homes, 45% were sold under asking, 29% were sold at asking, and 26% were sold over asking.
Days on Market for Whatcom County, WA
How long does it take to sell a home in Whatcom County, WA?
Average Sale Time
| Oct 2023 | Oct 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 45 Days | 40 Days | -11.3% |
Summary: Homes in Whatcom County had an average of 40 days on market in Oct 2024, down by 11.3% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
118 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
72 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
30 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Whatcom County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During October 2024, 220 homes were sold in Whatcom County; 54% of homes were sold within 30 days, 33% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 14% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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