Using the latest NWMLS data (with a normal one-month lag), this market update breaks down what’s really happening across Snohomish, Skagit, and King Counties—and why winter numbers don’t tell the whole story. From price trends and days on market to seasonality and a forward-looking 2026 outlook on inventory, home prices, and mortgage rates, this guide explains what today’s housing data may mean for buyers and sellers navigating a more balanced, data-driven market.

Snohomish County’s housing market is settling into a balanced fall rhythm. Prices have edged slightly lower, inventory is tightening seasonally, and buyers have more breathing room—yet demand remains steady. Sellers can still succeed with strong pricing and presentation. Overall, the market is stabilizing as we head toward winter.

Snohomish County’s housing market cooled in September as the average home price fell to $806K from August’s $854K. Inventory and new listings ticked up slightly, while homes took longer to sell at 29 days on market. Buyers now have more breathing room, while sellers face a more balanced market. With rates still high and list-to-sale ratios easing to 97.2%, fall 2025 marks a shift from red-hot to steady—offering new opportunities for both buyers and sellers.

Snohomish County’s housing market cooled in August 2025 but stayed steady. Average home prices rose to $854K, though still off May’s peak. Fewer listings and slightly lower inventory signal late-summer slowdown, while days on market climbed to 26 and sale-to-list ratios eased to 97.6%. Buyers now have more time and leverage; sellers succeed by pricing to today’s market, presenting homes well, and offering credits that ease buyer payments.

Redfin forecasts a 1% price drop, but WA markets vary. Some soften, others stay strong. Local trends matter more than national ones.

The Snohomish County housing market remains strong, with high prices & low inventory, but potential interest rate cuts may shift dynamics.