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Mercer Heights

MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
35
⇧ 40% vs 25 last year
Pending
7
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$3,395,000
⇩ 1.6% vs $3,450,000 last year
Average Price
$5,119,559
⇧ 15.6% vs $4,430,537 last year
Days on Market
96
⇩ 10.3% vs 107 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,464  ·  Density: 1,540.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $190,985

Typical home value: $1,677,460  ·  Homeownership: 68.0%

Market Analysis

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

The MERCER ISLAND, WA real estate market (98040) currently shows 35 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 96 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 107 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.6% year-over-year, from $3,450,000 to $3,395,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 35 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 96 now vs 107 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $3,395,000 (-1.6% YoY)
  • Average: $5,119,559 (+15.6% 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 6.9 miles — 795 listings ($1,013,289,808 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98040Mercer Island, WA 980400.0 mi35$179,184,565$3,395,000$5,119,559
98144Seattle, WA 981443.1 mi83$62,686,580$699,000$755,260
98006Bellevue, WA 980063.9 mi49$103,341,392$1,792,500$2,109,008
98056Renton, WA 980564.2 mi79$87,993,360$839,475$1,113,840
98005Bellevue, WA 980054.5 mi48$90,889,344$1,546,500$1,893,528
98178Seattle, WA 981784.7 mi71$59,644,402$707,450$840,062
98104Seattle, WA 981045.1 mi60$50,615,940$499,950$843,599
98007Bellevue, WA 980075.3 mi37$37,822,177$524,900$1,022,221
98101Seattle, WA 981015.7 mi84$107,583,168$680,000$1,280,752
98008Bellevue, WA 980086.2 mi38$71,188,820$1,640,000$1,873,390
98121Seattle, WA 981216.3 mi109$86,444,630$593,500$793,070
98057Renton, WA 980576.5 mi19$9,818,383$455,000$516,757
98109Seattle, WA 981096.9 mi83$66,077,047$662,000$796,109

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040?

As of January 2026, there are 35 active listings in MERCER ISLAND, WA (zip code 98040), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040?

The median listing price in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040 is $3,395,000 as of January 2026, a 1.6% decrease from $3,450,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in MERCER ISLAND, WA?

Homes in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040 spend an average of 96 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 107 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 96 days on market compared to 107 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in MERCER ISLAND, WA?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MERCER ISLAND, WA 98040 save an estimated $67,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $3,395,000. 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.