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POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
18
⇧ 28.6% vs 14 last year
Pending
2
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$798,500
⇧ 54.8% vs $515,975 last year
Average Price
$911,822
⇧ 73.8% vs $524,611 last year
Days on Market
152
⇩ 4.4% vs 159 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The POINT ROBERTS, WA real estate market (98281) currently shows 18 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 152 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 152 days on market compared to 159 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 54.8% year-over-year, from $515,975 to $798,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 18 this year vs 14 last year
  • Days on market: 152 now vs 159 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $798,500 (+54.8% YoY)
  • Average: $911,822 (+73.8% 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 46.9 miles — 375 listings ($321,438,117 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98281Point Roberts, WA 982810.0 mi18$16,412,796$798,500$911,822
98240Custer, WA 9824020.0 mi8$7,725,600$965,000$965,700
98245Eastsound, WA 9824523.4 mi31$49,327,634$1,200,000$1,591,214
98279Olga, WA 9827926.4 mi4$5,968,000$1,095,000$1,492,000
98262Lummi Island, WA 9826227.2 mi13$14,756,079$802,250$1,135,083
98225Bellingham, WA 9822530.0 mi90$70,486,470$639,000$783,183
98226Bellingham, WA 9822631.7 mi142$99,095,836$589,000$697,858
98276Nooksack, WA 9827633.7 mi3$2,051,901$639,500$683,967
98261Lopez Island, WA 9826135.8 mi9$17,842,095$1,675,000$1,982,455
98295Sumas, WA 9829538.0 mi3$1,876,701$509,950$625,567
98232Bow, WA 9823241.4 mi8$8,517,712$1,147,500$1,064,714
98266Maple Falls, WA 9826645.2 mi17$7,498,547$415,000$441,091
98257La Conner, WA 9825746.9 mi29$19,878,746$460,000$685,474

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 18 active listings in POINT ROBERTS, WA (zip code 98281), compared to 14 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 is $798,500 as of January 2026, a 54.8% increase from $515,975 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 152 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 159 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 January 2026, POINT ROBERTS, WA 98281 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 152 days on market compared to 159 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 $15,970 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $798,500. 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.