Is 98596, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98596 is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

Since last year, 98596 has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98596 is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in 98596, WA

How much do homes in 98596, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$395,000

$264/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

-$17,500(-4.2%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98596 have sold for 4.2% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98596 was $395,000 in April 2024, down 4.2% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $264.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 $200K$278.1K
+39.1%
2 $364K$350K
-3.8%
3 $417.5K$389.9K
-6.6%
4 $425.5K$477.4K
+12.2%
5+ $475K$474.5K
-0.1%

Summary: 98596 housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 39.1%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 6.6%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 12.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 0.1%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98532
-1.0%
98596
-4.2%
98593
-11.2%
98591
-13.0%

Housing Supply in 98596, WA

How many homes are available in 98596, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
4845-6.3%

Summary: The 98596 real estate market had 45 homes for sale in April 2024, a 6.3% decrease compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 00
0.0%
2 10
-100.0%
3 3536
+2.9%
4 118
-27.3%
5+ 11
0.0%

Summary: The 98596 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 decreased by 100%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 27.3%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
108-20.0%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

4 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

2 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98596, you may be able to get a good deal. 50% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 8 homes were sold or pending in 98596 in April 2024, down by 20.0% month-over-month. Of the 8 sold homes, 50% were sold under asking, 25% were sold at asking, and 25% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98596, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98596, WA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
26 Days44 Days+65.0%

Summary: Homes in 98596 had an average of 44 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 65% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

6 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

0 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

2 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98596 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During April 2024, 8 homes were sold in 98596; 75% of homes were sold within 30 days, 0% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 4 Days Ago

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