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SEATTLE, WA 98144

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 98144

Atlantic · Central Area · Chinatown · Columbia City · Leschi · Mount Baker · North Beacon Hill · Rainier Valley · Rainier Vista

Market Analysis

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

The SEATTLE, WA real estate market (98144) currently shows 123 active listings, with 28 pending sales. Homes are averaging 39 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 39 days on market compared to 30 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.3% year-over-year, from $728,500 to $767,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 32,540  ·  Density: 3,726.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $97,953

Typical home value: $856,940  ·  Homeownership: 46.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
123
⇩ 6.8% vs 132 last year
Pending
28
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$767,250
⇧ 5.3% vs $728,500 last year
Average Price
$900,907
⇩ 10.2% vs $1,003,418 last year
Days on Market
39
⇧ 30% vs 30 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$514
⇩ 3.9% vs $535/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,406 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 123 this year vs 132 last year
  • Days on market: 39 now vs 30 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $767,250 (+5.3% YoY)
  • Average: $900,907 (-10.2% 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 6.7 miles — 1,154 listings ($1,898,988,950 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98144Seattle, WA 981440.0 mi98$76,830,628$744,250$783,986
98104Seattle, WA 981042.0 mi70$59,865,750$502,450$855,225
98101Seattle, WA 981012.6 mi105$134,432,235$688,500$1,280,307
98118Seattle, WA 981183.2 mi115$93,812,400$685,250$815,760
98108Seattle, WA 981083.2 mi68$47,384,712$636,488$696,834
98102Seattle, WA 981023.8 mi91$101,324,496$812,450$1,113,456
98039Medina, WA 980394.1 mi21$224,639,625$6,847,500$10,697,125
98004Bellevue, WA 980044.6 mi146$623,951,440$1,998,750$4,273,640
98116Seattle, WA 981164.9 mi72$87,159,384$845,963$1,210,547
98105Seattle, WA 981055.2 mi91$158,393,144$967,450$1,740,584
98005Bellevue, WA 980056.1 mi57$102,543,228$1,372,500$1,799,004
98103Seattle, WA 981036.5 mi152$144,977,752$932,500$953,801
98168Seattle, WA 981686.7 mi68$43,674,156$608,500$642,267

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SEATTLE, WA 98144?

As of April 2026, there are 123 active listings in SEATTLE, WA (zip code 98144), compared to 132 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SEATTLE, WA 98144?

The median listing price in SEATTLE, WA 98144 is $767,250 as of April 2026, a 5.3% increase from $728,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEATTLE, WA 98144 spend an average of 39 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 30 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SEATTLE, WA 98144?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SEATTLE, WA 98144 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 39 days on market compared to 30 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 98144 save an estimated $15,345 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $767,250. 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.