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RENTON, WA 98059

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
80
⇧ 48.1% vs 54 last year
Pending
38
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$875,000
⇧ 5.7% vs $827,500 last year
Average Price
$1,186,773
⇩ 1% vs $1,198,351 last year
Days on Market
60
⇧ 66.7% vs 36 days last year

Market Context

Population: 41,619  ·  Density: 993.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $126,846

Typical home value: $764,299  ·  Homeownership: 77.0%

Market Analysis

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

The RENTON, WA real estate market (98059) currently shows 80 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 36 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.7% year-over-year, from $827,500 to $875,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 80 this year vs 54 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 36 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $875,000 (+5.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,186,773 (-1% 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 9.5 miles — 681 listings ($629,105,089 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98059Renton, WA 980590.0 mi80$94,941,840$875,000$1,186,773
98058Renton, WA 980583.8 mi71$48,120,250$696,940$677,750
98057Renton, WA 980574.7 mi19$9,818,383$455,000$516,757
98178Seattle, WA 981785.7 mi71$59,644,402$707,450$840,062
98029Issaquah, WA 980296.9 mi60$59,582,220$730,000$993,037
98031Kent, WA 980317.0 mi44$31,428,848$698,975$714,292
98075Sammamish, WA 980757.5 mi29$44,804,768$1,469,000$1,544,992
98188Seattle, WA 981887.7 mi27$16,821,432$475,000$623,016
98168Seattle, WA 981688.3 mi55$34,182,665$599,000$621,503
98042Kent, WA 980429.0 mi123$100,810,800$778,713$819,600
98108Seattle, WA 981089.3 mi61$41,322,681$640,000$677,421
98050Preston, WA 980509.5 mi1$2,395,000$2,395,000$2,395,000
98074Sammamish, WA 980749.5 mi40$85,231,800$1,595,000$2,130,795

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RENTON, WA 98059?

As of January 2026, there are 80 active listings in RENTON, WA (zip code 98059), compared to 54 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RENTON, WA 98059?

The median listing price in RENTON, WA 98059 is $875,000 as of January 2026, a 5.7% increase from $827,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in RENTON, WA 98059 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 36 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RENTON, WA 98059?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RENTON, WA 98059 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 60 days on market compared to 36 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 98059 save an estimated $17,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $875,000. 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.