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ELLENSBURG, WA 98926

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
84
⇩ 4.5% vs 88 last year
Pending
20
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$579,000
⇧ 31.7% vs $439,750 last year
Average Price
$621,739
⇧ 8.8% vs $571,456 last year
Days on Market
100
⇧ 11.1% vs 90 days last year

Market Context

Population: 32,327  ·  Density: 13.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,551

Typical home value: $396,897  ·  Homeownership: 54.5%

Market Analysis

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

The ELLENSBURG, WA real estate market (98926) currently shows 84 active listings, with 20 pending sales. Homes are averaging 100 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 31.7% year-over-year, from $439,750 to $579,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 84 this year vs 88 last year
  • Days on market: 100 now vs 90 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $579,000 (+31.7% YoY)
  • Average: $621,739 (+8.8% 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 38.3 miles — 577 listings ($438,935,644 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
98926Ellensburg, WA 989260.0 mi84$52,226,076$579,000$621,739
98950Vantage, WA 9895019.8 mi1$859,950$859,950$859,950
98901Yakima, WA 9890122.2 mi49$21,590,772$425,000$440,628
98848Quincy, WA 9884826.9 mi74$43,887,180$435,000$593,070
98902Yakima, WA 9890228.5 mi70$24,772,020$319,900$353,886
98801Wenatchee, WA 9880130.5 mi106$70,287,434$565,000$663,089
98922Cle Elum, WA 9892230.8 mi152$202,617,976$1,299,450$1,333,013
98850Rock Island, WA 9885031.9 mi7$4,208,225$582,450$601,175
98847Peshastin, WA 9884732.4 mi4$4,138,400$660,000$1,034,600
98939Parker, WA 9893934.3 mi1$160,000$160,000$160,000
99349Mattawa, WA 9934935.6 mi12$5,699,580$409,000$474,965
98951Wapato, WA 9895137.5 mi5$2,451,875$494,475$490,375
98953Zillah, WA 9895338.3 mi12$6,036,156$429,500$503,013

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926?

As of January 2026, there are 84 active listings in ELLENSBURG, WA (zip code 98926), compared to 88 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926?

The median listing price in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926 is $579,000 as of January 2026, a 31.7% increase from $439,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926 spend an average of 100 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 90 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ELLENSBURG, WA 98926 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 100 days on market compared to 90 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELLENSBURG, WA 98926 save an estimated $11,580 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $579,000. 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.