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POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281

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

Market Analysis

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

The POINT ROBERTS, WA real estate market (98281) currently shows 29 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 69 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 34.4% year-over-year, from $549,000 to $737,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,249  ·  Density: 98.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $74,400

Typical home value: $389,278  ·  Homeownership: 85.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
29
⇩ 12.1% vs 33 last year
Pending
2
7% pending ratio
Median Price
$737,750
⇧ 34.4% vs $549,000 last year
Average Price
$919,519
⇧ 19.2% vs $771,509 last year
Days on Market
69
⇧ 72.5% vs 40 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$382
⇩ 1% vs $386/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,197 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 29 this year vs 33 last year
  • Days on market: 69 now vs 40 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $737,750 (+34.4% YoY)
  • Average: $919,519 (+19.2% 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 46.9 miles — 382 listings ($314,981,270 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98281Point Roberts, WA 982810.0 mi18$16,987,878$836,375$943,771
98240Custer, WA 9824020.0 mi8$7,689,384$894,950$961,173
98245Eastsound, WA 9824523.4 mi33$47,242,074$1,198,000$1,431,578
98279Olga, WA 9827926.4 mi4$6,239,000$1,247,000$1,559,750
98262Lummi Island, WA 9826227.2 mi12$13,162,104$729,500$1,096,842
98225Bellingham, WA 9822530.0 mi89$68,056,520$651,225$764,680
98226Bellingham, WA 9822631.7 mi147$98,106,330$572,750$667,390
98276Nooksack, WA 9827633.7 mi3$1,949,850$596,175$649,950
98261Lopez Island, WA 9826135.8 mi9$18,142,002$1,325,000$2,015,778
98295Sumas, WA 9829538.0 mi4$2,179,668$421,250$544,917
98232Bow, WA 9823241.4 mi7$7,872,550$1,108,750$1,124,650
98266Maple Falls, WA 9826645.2 mi18$7,499,250$412,500$416,625
98257La Conner, WA 9825746.9 mi30$19,854,660$632,500$661,822

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281?

As of April 2026, there are 29 active listings in POINT ROBERTS, WA (zip code 98281), compared to 33 the prior year.

What is the median home price in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281?

The median listing price in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 is $737,750 as of April 2026, a 34.4% increase from $549,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 spend an average of 69 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 40 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 69 days on market compared to 40 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 save an estimated $14,755 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $737,750. 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.