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October 2026 Market Report · King County
King County Housing Market & Homes for Sale
Balanced market
King County includes Seattle and the Eastside. These are county-wide numbers for every single-family sale.
King County market summary for September 2026
In September 2026, single-family homes in King County sold for a median price of $950,000, down 3% from a year earlier. There were 5,640 homes for sale at month-end (up 32% year over year), 3,203 new listings and 1,449 closed sales. Homes sold in an average of 33 days for about 98% of list price. There were 3.9 months of inventory in September (3.7 averaged over the last three months, versus 2.5 a year ago), which points to a balanced market.
King County home sales trends (last 15 months)
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What this means for buyers
You have more choice than a year ago and room to negotiate, especially on homes that have been listed a few weeks. The best-priced homes still sell fast.
What this means for sellers
Buyers are choosier. Pricing to the current market (not last spring’s), strong photos and good prep matter more than they did a year ago.
Thinking about selling in King County?
Averages don’t tell you what your home will sell for. I’ll put together a no-pressure broker’s property evaluation using the latest sales near you.
King County real estate FAQs
Is King County a buyer’s or seller’s market right now?
Based on September 2026 NWMLS data, King County is a balanced market, with 3.9 months of inventory in September (3.7 averaged over the last three months). Under about 3 months generally favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.
What is the median home price in King County?
The median sold price for single-family homes in King County was $950,000 in September 2026, down 3% from September 2025. Average price per square foot was $523.
How fast are homes selling in King County?
Homes that sold in September 2026 were on the market an average of 33 days and sold for about 98% of their final list price.
How do I find out what my King County home is worth?
Market averages are a starting point, but value depends on your street, condition and updates. Request a broker’s property evaluation and I’ll send you a personalized estimate.
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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) data via TrendGraphix, single-family homes. Statistics are based on data available at the end of September 2026; neither NWMLS nor TrendGraphix guarantees their accuracy. Report prepared by Michael McKay, REALTOR®, Keller Williams Everett · (206) 249-6925 · Michael.McKay@KW.com