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SEATTLE, WA 98103

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
121
⇧ 24.7% vs 97 last year
Pending
33
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$877,500
⇧ 14.1% vs $768,975 last year
Average Price
$891,228
⇧ 9.5% vs $814,020 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 19.3% vs 57 days last year

Market Context

Population: 51,878  ·  Density: 4,369.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $122,656

Typical home value: $969,814  ·  Homeownership: 43.3%

Market Analysis

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

The SEATTLE, WA real estate market (98103) currently shows 121 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.1% year-over-year, from $768,975 to $877,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 121 this year vs 97 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 57 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $877,500 (+14.1% YoY)
  • Average: $891,228 (+9.5% 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 7.0 miles — 1,012 listings ($1,468,260,362 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98103Seattle, WA 981030.0 mi121$107,838,588$877,500$891,228
98117Seattle, WA 981172.1 mi97$86,175,576$779,000$888,408
98102Seattle, WA 981022.7 mi78$84,678,594$835,950$1,085,623
98109Seattle, WA 981092.9 mi83$66,077,047$662,000$796,109
98199Seattle, WA 981993.2 mi63$83,472,732$1,070,000$1,324,964
98112Seattle, WA 981123.8 mi59$208,753,977$1,198,000$3,538,203
98101Seattle, WA 981014.3 mi84$107,583,168$680,000$1,280,752
98164Seattle, WA 981644.7 mi7$4,796,155$704,950$685,165
98177Seattle, WA 981775.0 mi26$40,491,828$1,015,000$1,557,378
98039Medina, WA 980395.5 mi11$130,808,227$8,812,500$11,891,657
98144Seattle, WA 981446.5 mi83$62,686,580$699,000$755,260
98034Kirkland, WA 980346.7 mi117$121,798,989$762,500$1,041,017
98033Kirkland, WA 980337.0 mi183$363,098,901$1,609,950$1,984,147

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SEATTLE, WA 98103?

As of January 2026, there are 121 active listings in SEATTLE, WA (zip code 98103), compared to 97 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SEATTLE, WA 98103?

The median listing price in SEATTLE, WA 98103 is $877,500 as of January 2026, a 14.1% increase from $768,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEATTLE, WA 98103 spend an average of 68 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 SEATTLE, WA 98103?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SEATTLE, WA 98103 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 24 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 57 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SEATTLE, WA 98103 save an estimated $17,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $877,500. 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.