Is Seattle, WA 98101 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Seattle is a buyer’s market. With about 10.5 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Competition score11/ 100

More competitive than 4% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #296 of 298 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply10.5Under 4 months = seller’s market

Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months

Median sale-to-list96.4%Sold price ÷ list price

Median days on market54Listing to accepted offer

Median price per sq ft$657▼ −18.0% vs. last year

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