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ELMA, WA 98541

Real Estate Market Report
Seller's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ELMA, WA real estate market (98541) currently shows 39 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 67 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.2% year-over-year, from $488,738 to $453,699.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,004  ·  Density: 19.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,271

Typical home value: $281,988  ·  Homeownership: 76.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
39
⇩ 17% vs 47 last year
Pending
7
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$453,699
⇩ 7.2% vs $488,738 last year
Average Price
$797,386
⇧ 1.3% vs $787,133 last year
Days on Market
67
⇩ 10.7% vs 75 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$298
⇧ 10.8% vs $269/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,619 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 39 this year vs 47 last year
  • Days on market: 67 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $453,699 (-7.2% YoY)
  • Average: $797,386 (+1.3% 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 31.8 miles — 709 listings ($420,097,880 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98541Elma, WA 985410.0 mi27$24,393,582$441,175$903,466
98563Montesano, WA 9856313.5 mi29$20,073,684$479,500$692,196
98584Shelton, WA 9858416.7 mi104$63,256,544$450,000$608,236
98512Olympia, WA 9851218.8 mi66$41,678,076$603,000$631,486
98520Aberdeen, WA 9852019.8 mi92$33,001,872$303,725$358,716
98579Rochester, WA 9857923.3 mi27$24,422,715$712,450$904,545
98550Hoquiam, WA 9855023.9 mi69$24,003,168$299,000$347,872
98501Olympia, WA 9850126.0 mi128$82,472,064$637,450$644,313
98546Grapeview, WA 9854628.6 mi8$6,699,000$862,500$837,375
98516Olympia, WA 9851629.3 mi99$71,395,038$608,075$721,162
98577Raymond, WA 9857730.9 mi31$11,192,364$316,000$361,044
98530Bucoda, WA 9853031.2 mi6$1,834,422$310,250$305,737
98589Tenino, WA 9858931.8 mi23$15,675,351$661,975$681,537

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELMA, WA 98541?

As of September 2026, there are 39 active listings in ELMA, WA (zip code 98541), compared to 47 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELMA, WA 98541?

The median listing price in ELMA, WA 98541 is $453,699 as of September 2026, a 7.2% decrease from $488,738 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELMA, WA 98541 spend an average of 67 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELMA, WA 98541?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, ELMA, WA 98541 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 8 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 67 days on market compared to 75 days last year.

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

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