Is 98237, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98237 is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

At the same time last year, 98237 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98237 is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in 98237, WA

How much do homes in 98237, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$370,000

$268/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

+$23,525(+6.8%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98237 have sold for 6.8% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98237 was $370,000 in April 2024, up 6.8% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $268.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 $175K$162.5K
-7.1%
2 $297.5K$220K
-26.1%
3 $376K$391.7K
+4.2%
4 $395K$630K
+59.5%
5+ -$498.7K
N/A

Summary: 98237 housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 7.1%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 26.1%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 59.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes did not change.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98237
+6.8%
98284
+3.5%
98223
+0.6%

Housing Supply in 98237, WA

How many homes are available in 98237, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
2636+38.5%

Summary: The 98237 real estate market had 36 homes for sale in April 2024, a 38.5% increase compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 66
0.0%
2 911
+22.2%
3 814
+75.0%
4 13
+200.0%
5+ 22
0.0%

Summary: The 98237 housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes remained the same, 2 bedroom homes increased by 22.2%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 75%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 200%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
45+25.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

1 Home Was Sold
At Asking

0 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98237, you may be able to get a good deal. 80% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 5 homes were sold or pending in 98237 in April 2024, up by 25.0% month-over-month. Of the 5 sold homes, 80% were sold under asking, 20% were sold at asking, and 0% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98237, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98237, WA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
52 Days187 Days+259.6%

Summary: Homes in 98237 had an average of 187 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 259.6% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

1 Home Was Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Most homes in 98237 are taking a long time to sell, it's a good idea to negotiate on homes here.

Summary: During April 2024, 5 homes were sold in 98237; 20% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 80% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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