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ARIEL, WA 98603

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇧ 28.6% vs 7 last year
Pending
2
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$587,450
⇧ 14.1% vs $515,000 last year
Average Price
$576,670
⇩ 51.3% vs $1,183,800 last year
Days on Market
107
⇩ 46.8% vs 201 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,192  ·  Density: 4.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,481

Typical home value: $0  ·  Homeownership: 71.0%

Market Analysis

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

The ARIEL, WA real estate market (98603) currently shows 9 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 107 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 107 days on market compared to 201 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.1% year-over-year, from $515,000 to $587,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 7 last year
  • Days on market: 107 now vs 201 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $587,450 (+14.1% YoY)
  • Average: $576,670 (-51.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 27.6 miles — 568 listings ($377,636,444 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98603Ariel, WA 986030.0 mi9$5,190,030$587,450$576,670
98625Kalama, WA 986258.2 mi30$24,290,880$569,900$809,696
98674Woodland, WA 9867413.1 mi53$49,373,369$599,000$931,573
98629La Center, WA 9862914.6 mi57$42,138,162$699,900$739,266
98626Kelso, WA 9862619.1 mi89$44,825,117$425,000$503,653
97018Columbia City, OR 9701821.4 mi7$3,468,381$485,000$495,483
98609Carrolls, WA 9860921.5 mi1$615,000$615,000$615,000
98686Vancouver, WA 9868624.1 mi139$94,838,032$692,400$682,288
98662Vancouver, WA 9866225.6 mi88$54,714,968$542,450$621,761
98645Silverlake, WA 9864526.0 mi7$3,590,069$485,000$512,867
97051Saint Helens, OR 9705126.3 mi58$34,710,854$469,700$598,463
97053Warren, OR 9705326.8 mi9$8,563,275$850,000$951,475
97048Rainier, OR 9704827.6 mi21$11,318,307$484,900$538,967

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ARIEL, WA 98603?

As of January 2026, there are 9 active listings in ARIEL, WA (zip code 98603), compared to 7 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ARIEL, WA 98603?

The median listing price in ARIEL, WA 98603 is $587,450 as of January 2026, a 14.1% increase from $515,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ARIEL, WA 98603 spend an average of 107 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 201 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ARIEL, WA 98603?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ARIEL, WA 98603 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 107 days on market compared to 201 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ARIEL, WA 98603 save an estimated $11,749 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $587,450. 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.