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ROCHESTER, WA 98579

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
27
⇩ 3.6% vs 28 last year
Pending
6
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$580,000
⇩ 13.4% vs $669,675 last year
Average Price
$747,883
⇧ 4.2% vs $717,992 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 100% vs 39 days last year

Market Context

Population: 14,259  ·  Density: 58.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $91,493

Typical home value: $362,124  ·  Homeownership: 79.1%

Market Analysis

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

The ROCHESTER, WA real estate market (98579) currently shows 27 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 13.4% year-over-year, from $669,675 to $580,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 27 this year vs 28 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 39 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $580,000 (-13.4% YoY)
  • Average: $747,883 (+4.2% 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 25.1 miles — 326 listings ($194,160,553 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98579Rochester, WA 985790.0 mi27$20,192,841$580,000$747,883
98531Centralia, WA 9853110.5 mi76$40,976,692$430,000$539,167
98532Chehalis, WA 9853211.6 mi67$39,853,677$522,500$594,831
98539Doty, WA 9853913.0 mi1$1,999,900$1,999,900$1,999,900
98559Malone, WA 9855915.0 mi1$364,900$364,900$364,900
98522Adna, WA 9852217.4 mi1$650,000$650,000$650,000
98557Mccleary, WA 9855718.6 mi10$4,571,000$441,500$457,100
98572Pe Ell, WA 9857219.3 mi7$2,734,606$374,500$390,658
98503Lacey, WA 9850322.0 mi65$39,112,645$501,475$601,733
98538Curtis, WA 9853822.2 mi1$425,000$425,000$425,000
98537Cosmopolis, WA 9853722.7 mi9$4,181,859$447,500$464,651
98541Elma, WA 9854123.2 mi30$26,716,560$445,000$890,552
98577Raymond, WA 9857725.1 mi31$12,380,873$335,500$399,383

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCHESTER, WA 98579?

As of January 2026, there are 27 active listings in ROCHESTER, WA (zip code 98579), compared to 28 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCHESTER, WA 98579?

The median listing price in ROCHESTER, WA 98579 is $580,000 as of January 2026, a 13.4% decrease from $669,675 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCHESTER, WA 98579 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 39 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCHESTER, WA 98579?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ROCHESTER, WA 98579 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 39 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROCHESTER, WA 98579 save an estimated $11,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $580,000. 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.