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OLYMPIA, WA 98502

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
101
⇧ 60.3% vs 63 last year
Pending
40
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$648,205
⇧ 6.1% vs $611,000 last year
Average Price
$721,041
⇩ 11% vs $810,246 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 2.5% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

Population: 35,551  ·  Density: 216.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,540

Typical home value: $461,236  ·  Homeownership: 56.7%

Market Analysis

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

The OLYMPIA, WA real estate market (98502) currently shows 101 active listings, with 40 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 38 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.1% year-over-year, from $611,000 to $648,205.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 101 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $648,205 (+6.1% YoY)
  • Average: $721,041 (-11% 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 21.3 miles — 660 listings ($418,654,370 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98502Olympia, WA 985020.0 mi101$72,825,141$648,205$721,041
98506Olympia, WA 985067.5 mi48$32,708,256$650,000$681,422
98501Olympia, WA 9850110.5 mi115$71,795,075$619,950$624,305
98503Lacey, WA 9850311.6 mi65$39,112,645$501,475$601,733
98584Shelton, WA 9858412.8 mi99$63,054,189$475,000$636,911
98513Olympia, WA 9851315.4 mi119$63,387,849$474,950$532,671
98559Malone, WA 9855916.5 mi1$364,900$364,900$364,900
98546Grapeview, WA 9854617.3 mi9$5,275,971$499,975$586,219
98327Dupont, WA 9832717.4 mi23$11,495,538$465,000$499,806
98388Steilacoom, WA 9838819.0 mi20$18,891,160$849,950$944,558
98568Oakville, WA 9856819.9 mi6$3,155,460$450,000$525,910
98579Rochester, WA 9857920.5 mi27$20,192,841$580,000$747,883
98524Allyn, WA 9852421.3 mi27$16,395,345$464,900$607,235

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OLYMPIA, WA 98502?

As of January 2026, there are 101 active listings in OLYMPIA, WA (zip code 98502), compared to 63 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OLYMPIA, WA 98502?

The median listing price in OLYMPIA, WA 98502 is $648,205 as of January 2026, a 6.1% increase from $611,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in OLYMPIA, WA 98502 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OLYMPIA, WA 98502?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OLYMPIA, WA 98502 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 38 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OLYMPIA, WA 98502 save an estimated $12,964 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $648,205. 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.