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SEATTLE, WA 98144

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
83
⇧ 10.7% vs 75 last year
Pending
18
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$699,000
⇩ 5.6% vs $740,750 last year
Average Price
$755,260
⇩ 31.9% vs $1,108,564 last year
Days on Market
68
⇧ 9.7% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The SEATTLE, WA real estate market (98144) currently shows 83 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 68 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.6% year-over-year, from $740,750 to $699,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 83 this year vs 75 last year
  • Days on market: 68 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $699,000 (-5.6% YoY)
  • Average: $755,260 (-31.9% 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 6.7 miles — 769 listings ($940,252,564 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98144Seattle, WA 981440.0 mi83$62,686,580$699,000$755,260
98104Seattle, WA 981042.0 mi60$50,615,940$499,950$843,599
98164Seattle, WA 981642.3 mi7$4,796,155$704,950$685,165
98040Mercer Island, WA 980403.1 mi35$179,184,565$3,395,000$5,119,559
98112Seattle, WA 981123.2 mi59$208,753,977$1,198,000$3,538,203
98121Seattle, WA 981213.3 mi109$86,444,630$593,500$793,070
98109Seattle, WA 981094.0 mi83$66,077,047$662,000$796,109
98106Seattle, WA 981064.1 mi57$44,465,415$714,999$780,095
98126Seattle, WA 981264.7 mi45$30,660,525$650,000$681,345
98119Seattle, WA 981195.2 mi79$79,467,285$688,500$1,005,915
98136Seattle, WA 981365.7 mi32$27,332,736$774,950$854,148
98178Seattle, WA 981786.3 mi71$59,644,402$707,450$840,062
98146Seattle, WA 981466.7 mi49$40,123,307$695,000$818,843

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 83 active listings in SEATTLE, WA (zip code 98144), compared to 75 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in SEATTLE, WA 98144 is $699,000 as of January 2026, a 5.6% decrease from $740,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in SEATTLE, WA 98144 spend an average of 68 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 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 January 2026, SEATTLE, WA 98144 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 68 days on market compared to 62 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 $13,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $699,000. 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.