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Fairwood (Fair Wood)

KENT, WA 98042

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98042

Fairwood (Fair Wood)

Market Analysis

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

The KENT, WA real estate market (98042) currently shows 155 active listings, with 51 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 32 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 2.6% year-over-year, from $759,950 to $779,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 49,338  ·  Density: 685.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $122,709

Typical home value: $565,534  ·  Homeownership: 83.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
155
⇧ 26% vs 123 last year
Pending
51
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$779,950
⇧ 2.6% vs $759,950 last year
Average Price
$839,947
⇧ 3.3% vs $813,129 last year
Days on Market
36
⇧ 5.9% vs 34 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$330
⇩ 6.3% vs $352/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,413 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 155 this year vs 123 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 34 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $779,950 (+2.6% YoY)
  • Average: $839,947 (+3.3% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 12.2 miles — 1,001 listings ($867,914,616 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98042Kent, WA 980420.0 mi135$114,984,900$798,713$851,740
98031Kent, WA 980314.6 mi61$44,271,055$742,500$725,755
98092Auburn, WA 980925.3 mi110$99,125,180$780,000$901,138
98010Black Diamond, WA 980106.5 mi73$67,032,907$776,225$918,259
98055Renton, WA 980557.0 mi32$20,268,704$605,000$633,397
98038Maple Valley, WA 980388.4 mi74$63,826,036$778,250$862,514
98059Renton, WA 980599.0 mi107$123,312,043$934,963$1,152,449
98198Seattle, WA 981989.3 mi67$44,034,812$548,500$657,236
98003Federal Way, WA 9800310.2 mi90$51,190,830$538,750$568,787
98056Renton, WA 9805610.8 mi94$118,999,958$1,067,970$1,265,957
98178Seattle, WA 9817811.1 mi75$66,495,750$744,475$886,610
98390Sumner, WA 9839011.8 mi15$10,698,285$549,999$713,219
98168Seattle, WA 9816812.2 mi68$43,674,156$608,500$642,267

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KENT, WA 98042?

As of March 2026, there are 155 active listings in KENT, WA (zip code 98042), compared to 123 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KENT, WA 98042?

The median listing price in KENT, WA 98042 is $779,950 as of March 2026, a 2.6% increase from $759,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in KENT, WA 98042 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 34 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KENT, WA 98042?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, KENT, WA 98042 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 32 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 34 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KENT, WA 98042 save an estimated $15,599 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $779,950. 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.