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FERNDALE, WA 98248

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Whatcom County
Buyer's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The FERNDALE, WA real estate market (98248) currently shows 87 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.4% year-over-year, from $732,445 to $729,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 27,147  ·  Density: 146.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,334

Typical home value: $475,745  ·  Homeownership: 76.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
87
⇧ 2.4% vs 85 last year
Pending
31
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$729,750
⇩ 0.4% vs $732,445 last year
Average Price
$786,852
⇩ 3.4% vs $814,404 last year
Days on Market
41
⇧ 41.4% vs 29 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$371
⇧ 11.7% vs $332/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,940 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 87 this year vs 85 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 29 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $729,750 (-0.4% YoY)
  • Average: $786,852 (-3.4% 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 31.5 miles — 392 listings ($326,236,492 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98248Ferndale, WA 982480.0 mi79$64,669,716$729,675$818,604
98230Blaine, WA 982307.5 mi146$116,606,842$614,500$798,677
98264Lynden, WA 982649.5 mi75$57,104,850$701,875$761,398
98262Lummi Island, WA 9826212.0 mi12$13,162,104$729,500$1,096,842
98276Nooksack, WA 9827614.3 mi3$1,949,850$596,175$649,950
98279Olga, WA 9827917.4 mi4$6,239,000$1,247,000$1,559,750
98295Sumas, WA 9829519.6 mi4$2,179,668$421,250$544,917
98280Orcas, WA 9828021.9 mi1$975,000$975,000$975,000
98232Bow, WA 9823222.8 mi7$7,872,550$1,108,750$1,124,650
98243Deer Harbor, WA 9824324.4 mi4$9,981,000$2,099,250$2,495,250
98266Maple Falls, WA 9826626.2 mi18$7,499,250$412,500$416,625
98261Lopez Island, WA 9826128.9 mi9$18,142,002$1,325,000$2,015,778
98257La Conner, WA 9825731.5 mi30$19,854,660$632,500$661,822

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FERNDALE, WA 98248?

As of April 2026, there are 87 active listings in FERNDALE, WA (zip code 98248), compared to 85 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FERNDALE, WA 98248?

The median listing price in FERNDALE, WA 98248 is $729,750 as of April 2026, a 0.4% decrease from $732,445 the prior year.

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

Homes in FERNDALE, WA 98248 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 29 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FERNDALE, WA 98248?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, FERNDALE, WA 98248 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 41 days on market compared to 29 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FERNDALE, WA 98248 save an estimated $14,595 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $729,750. 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.