$7,066 Closing Credit*
$595,000
1,888 SqFt
2 Beds
•1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
Paula Price, Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Bain
Is Whatcom County, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since November 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
$611,660
$362/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since November 2023
+$42,666(+7.5%)
Key Takeaway
Homes in Whatcom County have sold for 7.5% more than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Whatcom County was $611,660 in November 2024, up 7.5% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $362.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $278.7K | $315K | +13.0% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $425K | $441.5K | +3.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $570.3K | $625K | +9.6% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $741.2K | $762.5K | +2.9% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $800K | $915K | +14.4% |
Summary: Whatcom County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 13%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 3.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 9.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 14.4%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties
| Whatcom County | $568.9K | $611.6K | +7.5% |
| Skagit County | $540K | $560K | +3.7% |
| Okanogan County | $359.6K | $355.6K | -1.1% |
Housing Supply in Whatcom County, WA
How many homes are available in Whatcom County, WA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 1,038 | 992 | -4.4% |
Summary: The Whatcom County real estate market had 992 homes for sale in November 2024, a 4.4% decrease compared to October 2024.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 85 | 86 | +1.2% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 238 | 235 | -1.3% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 465 | 438 | -5.8% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 203 | 181 | -10.8% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 47 | 52 | +10.6% |
Summary: The Whatcom County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 1.2%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 1.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 10.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 10.6%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Oct 2024 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 231 | 185 | -19.9% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
90 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
55 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
40 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. 48.6% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 185 homes were sold or pending in Whatcom County in November 2024, down by 19.9% month-over-month. Of the 185 sold homes, 49% were sold under asking, 30% were sold at asking, and 22% 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
| Nov 2023 | Nov 2024 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 44 Days | 42 Days | -4.6% |
Summary: Homes in Whatcom County had an average of 42 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 4.6% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
101 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
55 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
29 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 November 2024, 185 homes were sold in Whatcom County; 55% of homes were sold within 30 days, 30% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 16% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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