Is 98101, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98101 is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since March 2023

At the same time last year, 98101 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98101 is a Neutral Housing Market, which means prices tend to be reasonable and homes stay on the market for a typical length of time.

Housing Prices in 98101, WA

How much do homes in 98101, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$700,000

$804/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since March 2023

+$32,500(+4.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98101 have sold for 4.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98101 was $700,000 in March 2024, up 4.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $804.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
1 $589K$585K
-0.7%
2 $1.0M$1.0M
-4.1%
3 $1.3M$1.4M
+2.8%
4 --
N/A
5+ --
N/A

Summary: 98101 housing prices by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 0.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 4.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.8%, 4 bedroom homes did not change, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98101
+4.9%
98121
-1.3%
98104
-4.3%

Housing Supply in 98101, WA

How many homes are available in 98101, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
7481+9.5%

Summary: The 98101 real estate market had 81 homes for sale in March 2024, a 9.5% increase compared to February 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSFeb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1 3230
-6.3%
2 2940
+37.9%
3 1311
-15.4%
4 00
0.0%
5+ 00
0.0%

Summary: The 98101 housing inventory by bedroom type for March 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 6.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 37.9%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 15.4%, 4 bedroom homes remained the same, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Feb 2024Mar 2024CHANGE
1512-20.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

8 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

4 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98101, you may be able to get a good deal. 66.7% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 12 homes were sold or pending in 98101 in March 2024, down by 20.0% month-over-month. Of the 12 sold homes, 67% were sold under asking, 33% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98101, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98101, WA?

Average Sale Time

Mar 2023Mar 2024CHANGE
94 Days96 Days+2.5%

Summary: Homes in 98101 had an average of 96 days on market in Mar 2024, up by 2.5% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

4 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

5 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Most homes in 98101 are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.

Summary: During March 2024, 12 homes were sold in 98101; 33% of homes were sold within 30 days, 25% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 42% 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 18 Days Ago

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