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SEATTLE, WA 98126

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98126

Arbor Heights · Delridge · Fairmount Park · Fauntleroy · Gatewood · Genesee · High Point · Industrial District · North Admiral · North Delridge · Roxhill · West Seattle · Youngstown

Market Analysis

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

The SEATTLE, WA real estate market (98126) currently shows 73 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 21 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 6.3% year-over-year, from $675,000 to $717,487.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 21,102  ·  Density: 2,630.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $108,072

Typical home value: $698,856  ·  Homeownership: 61.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇧ 25.9% vs 58 last year
Pending
27
37% pending ratio
Median Price
$717,487
⇧ 6.3% vs $675,000 last year
Average Price
$749,654
⇩ 1.7% vs $762,379 last year
Days on Market
21
vs 21 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$494
⇩ 2.2% vs $505/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,353 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 58 last year
  • Days on market: 21 now vs 21 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $717,487 (+6.3% YoY)
  • Average: $749,654 (-1.7% 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 8.3 miles — 860 listings ($1,078,036,663 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98126Seattle, WA 981260.0 mi54$36,449,514$645,000$674,991
98136Seattle, WA 981361.0 mi39$37,073,790$794,500$950,610
98108Seattle, WA 981082.9 mi68$47,384,712$636,488$696,834
98104Seattle, WA 981044.2 mi70$59,865,750$502,450$855,225
98144Seattle, WA 981444.7 mi98$76,830,628$744,250$783,986
98121Seattle, WA 981214.9 mi117$93,275,910$596,000$797,230
98168Seattle, WA 981685.3 mi68$43,674,156$608,500$642,267
98109Seattle, WA 981096.0 mi95$75,018,650$648,000$789,670
98102Seattle, WA 981026.6 mi91$101,324,496$812,450$1,113,456
98040Mercer Island, WA 980406.8 mi43$219,186,824$3,441,250$5,097,368
98112Seattle, WA 981127.1 mi77$260,784,986$1,185,750$3,386,818
98148Seattle, WA 981487.4 mi11$5,739,437$587,488$521,767
98188Seattle, WA 981888.3 mi29$21,427,810$617,488$738,890

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SEATTLE, WA 98126?

As of March 2026, there are 73 active listings in SEATTLE, WA (zip code 98126), compared to 58 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SEATTLE, WA 98126?

The median listing price in SEATTLE, WA 98126 is $717,487 as of March 2026, a 6.3% increase from $675,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEATTLE, WA 98126 spend an average of 21 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 21 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SEATTLE, WA 98126?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SEATTLE, WA 98126 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 15 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SEATTLE, WA 98126 save an estimated $14,350 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $717,487. 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.