Is Seattle, WA a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Housing Market Conditions
Neutral
Market
Seller's
Market
Buyer's
Market
Difference Since August 2022
Since last year, Seattle has remained a Seller's Market.
Key Takeaway
Seattle is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.
Housing Prices
How much do homes in Seattle, WA cost?
Median Sold Price
$799,992
$563/sqft
Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.
Difference Since August 2022
Key Takeaway
Homes in Seattle have sold for 3% less than they did a year ago.
Summary: The median home sold price in Seattle was $799,992 in August 2023, down 3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $563.
Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Aug 2022 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $445.8K | $433.9K | -2.7% |
| 2 Bedrooms | $699.9K | $670.1K | -4.3% |
| 3 Bedrooms | $921.6K | $879.8K | -4.5% |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1.2M | $1.1M | -3.2% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | $1.4M | $1.3M | -6.3% |
Summary: Seattle housing prices by bedroom type for August 2023 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 2.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 4.3%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 4.5%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 3.2%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 6.3%.
Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities
| Burien | $665K | $679.9K | +2.2% |
| Seattle | $825K | $799.9K | -3.0% |
| Tukwila | $577.5K | $542K | -6.1% |
| Mercer Island | $2.3M | $2.1M | -7.5% |
Housing Supply
How many homes are available in Seattle, WA?
Number of Homes For Sale
| Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 2,576 | 2,738 | +6.3% |
Summary: The Seattle real estate market had 2,738 homes for sale in August 2023, a 6.3% increase compared to July 2023.
Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count
| # BEDS# BEDROOMS | Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 345 | 378 | +9.6% |
| 2 Bedrooms | 825 | 907 | +9.9% |
| 3 Bedrooms | 775 | 792 | +2.2% |
| 4 Bedrooms | 413 | 423 | +2.4% |
| 5+ Bedrooms | 218 | 238 | +9.2% |
Summary: The Seattle housing inventory by bedroom type for August 2023 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 9.6%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 9.9%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 2.4%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 9.2%.
Number of Homes Sold
| Jul 2023 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 753 | 736 | -2.3% |
Asking Price vs. Sold Price
282 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking
218 Homes Were Sold
At Asking
236 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking
Key Takeaway
If you're buying a home in Seattle, you may be able to get a good deal. 38.3% of homes here sold below asking price last month.
Summary: A total of 736 homes were sold or pending in Seattle in August 2023, down by 2.3% month-over-month. Of the 736 sold homes, 38% were sold under asking, 30% were sold at asking, and 32% were sold over asking.
Days on Market
How long does it take to sell a home in Seattle, WA?
Average Sale Time
| Aug 2022 | Aug 2023 | CHANGE |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Days | 25 Days | +19.8% |
Summary: Homes in Seattle had an average of 25 days on market in Aug 2023, up by 19.8% compared to last year.
Breakdown of Home Sale Times
534 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days
152 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days
50 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days
Key Takeaway
Many homes in Seattle are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.
Summary: During August 2023, 736 homes were sold in Seattle; 73% of homes were sold within 30 days, 21% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 7% of homes were sold over 90 days.
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