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OLYMPIA, WA 98516

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
91
⇧ 44.4% vs 63 last year
Pending
31
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$635,000
⇩ 8.7% vs $695,250 last year
Average Price
$735,830
⇩ 13.2% vs $847,744 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 35.8% vs 53 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,212  ·  Density: 364.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $89,378

Typical home value: $474,464  ·  Homeownership: 70.5%

Market Analysis

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

The OLYMPIA, WA real estate market (98516) currently shows 91 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 53 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 8.7% year-over-year, from $695,250 to $635,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 91 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 53 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $635,000 (-8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $735,830 (-13.2% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.2 miles — 710 listings ($503,267,809 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98516Olympia, WA 985160.0 mi91$66,960,530$635,000$735,830
98503Lacey, WA 985035.0 mi65$39,112,645$501,475$601,733
98327Dupont, WA 983275.8 mi23$11,495,538$465,000$499,806
98513Olympia, WA 985137.7 mi119$63,387,849$474,950$532,671
98388Steilacoom, WA 983889.0 mi20$18,891,160$849,950$944,558
98498Lakewood, WA 9849811.4 mi80$55,704,560$559,900$696,307
98349Lakebay, WA 9834911.7 mi28$28,446,852$637,000$1,015,959
98467University Place, WA 9846713.4 mi32$22,176,864$699,000$693,027
98466Tacoma, WA 9846614.8 mi45$26,357,760$569,950$585,728
98558Mckenna, WA 9855815.3 mi1$495,000$495,000$495,000
98512Olympia, WA 9851215.8 mi80$56,972,240$630,975$712,153
98335Gig Harbor, WA 9833516.0 mi79$87,744,589$934,475$1,110,691
98409Tacoma, WA 9840916.2 mi47$25,522,222$415,000$543,026

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OLYMPIA, WA 98516?

As of January 2026, there are 91 active listings in OLYMPIA, WA (zip code 98516), compared to 63 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OLYMPIA, WA 98516?

The median listing price in OLYMPIA, WA 98516 is $635,000 as of January 2026, a 8.7% decrease from $695,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in OLYMPIA, WA 98516 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 53 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OLYMPIA, WA 98516?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OLYMPIA, WA 98516 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 28 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 53 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 98516 save an estimated $12,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $635,000. 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.