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FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003

Real Estate Market Report  ·  King County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
82
⇧ 7.9% vs 76 last year
Pending
38
46% pending ratio
Median Price
$525,000
⇧ 18% vs $444,738 last year
Average Price
$552,239
⇧ 2% vs $541,507 last year
Days on Market
52
⇩ 11.9% vs 59 days last year

Market Context

Population: 51,329  ·  Density: 1,723.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,547

Typical home value: $395,628  ·  Homeownership: 47.4%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The FEDERAL WAY, WA real estate market (98003) currently shows 82 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 52 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18% year-over-year, from $444,738 to $525,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 82 this year vs 76 last year
  • Days on market: 52 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $525,000 (+18% YoY)
  • Average: $552,239 (+2% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 9.6 miles — 653 listings ($436,807,051 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98003Federal Way, WA 980030.0 mi82$45,283,598$525,000$552,239
98001Auburn, WA 980012.4 mi50$36,909,350$756,450$738,187
98354Milton, WA 983543.8 mi20$15,314,860$754,975$765,743
98002Auburn, WA 980024.6 mi53$25,300,716$467,475$477,372
98198Seattle, WA 981986.1 mi59$30,889,214$492,000$523,546
98030Kent, WA 980307.0 mi58$35,416,424$660,000$610,628
98372Puyallup, WA 983727.2 mi39$26,602,173$675,000$682,107
98371Puyallup, WA 983717.4 mi80$56,422,240$689,450$705,278
98390Sumner, WA 983907.6 mi17$11,598,794$550,000$682,282
98418Tacoma, WA 984188.4 mi27$11,129,535$409,995$412,205
98092Auburn, WA 980928.7 mi98$85,885,632$754,975$876,384
98407Tacoma, WA 984079.3 mi55$46,674,760$689,950$848,632
98148Seattle, WA 981489.6 mi15$9,379,755$629,000$625,317

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003?

As of January 2026, there are 82 active listings in FEDERAL WAY, WA (zip code 98003), compared to 76 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003?

The median listing price in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003 is $525,000 as of January 2026, a 18% increase from $444,738 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in FEDERAL WAY, WA?

Homes in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003 spend an average of 52 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 52 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in FEDERAL WAY, WA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003 save an estimated $10,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $525,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.