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RENTON, WA 98055

Real Estate Market Report  ·  King County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇩ 21.6% vs 37 last year
Pending
13
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$500,000
⇩ 6% vs $532,100 last year
Average Price
$589,870
⇧ 8% vs $546,085 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 38.6% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

Population: 24,429  ·  Density: 2,114.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $90,525

Typical home value: $500,573  ·  Homeownership: 53.2%

Market Analysis

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

The RENTON, WA real estate market (98055) currently shows 29 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6% year-over-year, from $532,100 to $500,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $500,000 (-6% YoY)
  • Average: $589,870 (+8% 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 10.4 miles — 839 listings ($716,267,685 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98055Renton, WA 980550.0 mi29$17,106,230$500,000$589,870
98031Kent, WA 980312.9 mi44$31,428,848$698,975$714,292
98058Renton, WA 980583.6 mi71$48,120,250$696,940$677,750
98056Renton, WA 980564.5 mi79$87,993,360$839,475$1,113,840
98059Renton, WA 980594.9 mi80$94,941,840$875,000$1,186,773
98030Kent, WA 980305.5 mi58$35,416,424$660,000$610,628
98198Seattle, WA 981986.3 mi59$30,889,214$492,000$523,546
98042Kent, WA 980427.0 mi123$100,810,800$778,713$819,600
98006Bellevue, WA 980068.0 mi49$103,341,392$1,792,500$2,109,008
98108Seattle, WA 981088.3 mi61$41,322,681$640,000$677,421
98002Auburn, WA 980029.7 mi53$25,300,716$467,475$477,372
98001Auburn, WA 9800110.0 mi50$36,909,350$756,450$738,187
98144Seattle, WA 9814410.4 mi83$62,686,580$699,000$755,260

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RENTON, WA 98055?

As of January 2026, there are 29 active listings in RENTON, WA (zip code 98055), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RENTON, WA 98055?

The median listing price in RENTON, WA 98055 is $500,000 as of January 2026, a 6% decrease from $532,100 the prior year.

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

Homes in RENTON, WA 98055 spend an average of 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 57 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RENTON, WA 98055?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RENTON, WA 98055 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RENTON, WA 98055 save an estimated $10,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $500,000. 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.