Is 98642, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing 98642 is a neutral's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since April 2023

At the same time last year, 98642 was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

98642 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 98642, WA

How much do homes in 98642, WA cost?

Median Sold Price

$614,982

$283/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since April 2023

-$29,636(-4.6%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in 98642 have sold for 4.6% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in 98642 was $614,982 in April 2024, down 4.6% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $283.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
1 -$525K
N/A
2 $450K$411.9K
-8.5%
3 $565K$538.9K
-4.6%
4 $692.5K$659.9K
-4.7%
5+ $760K$780K
+2.6%

Summary: 98642 housing prices by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes did not change, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 8.5%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.6%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 4.7%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 2.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Zip Codes

98685
+9.5%
98604
+3.8%
98642
-4.6%
98686
-5.3%
98629
-5.9%

Housing Supply in 98642, WA

How many homes are available in 98642, WA?

Number of Homes For Sale

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
307312+1.6%

Summary: The 98642 real estate market had 312 homes for sale in April 2024, a 1.6% increase compared to March 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
1 01
+100.0%
2 04
+100.0%
3 149142
-4.7%
4 136134
-1.5%
5+ 2231
+40.9%

Summary: The 98642 housing inventory by bedroom type for April 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 100%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 1.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 40.9%.

Number of Homes Sold

Mar 2024Apr 2024CHANGE
4846-4.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

13 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

22 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in 98642, expect to pay close to the asking price. 47.8% of homes here sold near the asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 46 homes were sold or pending in 98642 in April 2024, down by 4.2% month-over-month. Of the 46 sold homes, 28% were sold under asking, 48% were sold at asking, and 24% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for 98642, WA

How long does it take to sell a home in 98642, WA?

Average Sale Time

Apr 2023Apr 2024CHANGE
35 Days79 Days+123.4%

Summary: Homes in 98642 had an average of 79 days on market in Apr 2024, up by 123.4% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

20 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

14 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in 98642 are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During April 2024, 46 homes were sold in 98642; 43% of homes were sold within 30 days, 26% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 30% 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 3 Days Ago

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