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

Market Overview

Active Listings
76
⇧ 55.1% vs 49 last year
Pending
17
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$875,000
⇧ 4.3% vs $839,000 last year
Average Price
$1,619,946
⇧ 49.9% vs $1,080,394 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 19.2% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

Population: 50,302  ·  Density: 5,061.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $75,214

Typical home value: $1,251,390  ·  Homeownership: 31.8%

Market Analysis

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

The SEATTLE, WA real estate market (98105) currently shows 76 active listings, with 17 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $839,000 to $875,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 76 this year vs 49 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $875,000 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,619,946 (+49.9% 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 6.5 miles — 1,000 listings ($1,520,819,765 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98105Seattle, WA 981050.0 mi76$123,115,896$875,000$1,619,946
98112Seattle, WA 981122.0 mi59$208,753,977$1,198,000$3,538,203
98039Medina, WA 980392.8 mi11$130,808,227$8,812,500$11,891,657
98109Seattle, WA 981093.5 mi83$66,077,047$662,000$796,109
98125Seattle, WA 981254.0 mi85$69,760,265$704,139$820,709
98119Seattle, WA 981194.3 mi79$79,467,285$688,500$1,005,915
98033Kirkland, WA 980334.3 mi183$363,098,901$1,609,950$1,984,147
98107Seattle, WA 981074.4 mi73$63,613,660$797,950$871,420
98104Seattle, WA 981044.7 mi60$50,615,940$499,950$843,599
98034Kirkland, WA 980345.0 mi117$121,798,989$762,500$1,041,017
98199Seattle, WA 981995.6 mi63$83,472,732$1,070,000$1,324,964
98005Bellevue, WA 980056.2 mi48$90,889,344$1,546,500$1,893,528
98028Kenmore, WA 980286.5 mi63$69,347,502$959,975$1,100,754

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SEATTLE, WA 98105?

As of January 2026, there are 76 active listings in SEATTLE, WA (zip code 98105), compared to 49 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SEATTLE, WA 98105?

The median listing price in SEATTLE, WA 98105 is $875,000 as of January 2026, a 4.3% increase from $839,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEATTLE, WA 98105 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SEATTLE, WA 98105?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SEATTLE, WA 98105 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 27 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 73 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 98105 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.