Northwest MLS is the central system where thousands of brokers in the Pacific Northwest share and update listings. That means your broker can show you everything that’s available—not just what one app or website chooses to display.

Why it matters:

• You won’t miss out. Your broker can guide you through all available options, with nothing missed or overlooked.
• You see the full picture. Listing information is verified, up-to-date, and sourced from the entire market.
• You can move faster. With nothing left out, your broker can zero in on the right options, right away.

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Electric Vehicles Are Driving Demand for EV-Ready Homes

Electric vehicles (EVs) have shifted from niche to mainstream, thanks to expanding model options, improved range, and growing environmental awareness. Washington ranks among the top states for EV adoption, fueled by both consumer demand and the region’s commitment to clean energy. For homeowners, this means one thing: properties with EV charging stations aren’t just convenient—they’re valuable.

Looking for a Pacific Northwest Home with a Charging Station?

An electric car charging station isn’t just a convenience—it’s a smart investment. More homebuyers today want properties that support their eco-friendly lifestyle and fit seamlessly into their daily routines. For sellers, a charging station can help a home stand out in a competitive market.

In 2024, NWMLS brokers sold 3,964 homes and 364 condominiums equipped with EV charging stations, reflecting the growing demand for homes ready for the next generation of transportation.

Residential Homes

• Seattle led with 1,030 home sales featuring EV charging. On the Eastside, homes with this feature typically sold at higher price points, reflecting strong demand among high-end buyers.
• More affordable options were found in Tacoma ($565,900) and Puyallup ($699,950), proving that sustainability isn’t limited to luxury listings.

Condominiums

• Condos with EV charging were most common in Seattle, where 221 units sold with a median price of $798,000. In comparison, Bellevue ($1,225,000) and Kirkland ($1,539,950) had higher prices, attracting buyers seeking upscale, tech-ready living.
• Outside the metro core, cities like Poulsbo, Long Beach and Olympia offered more affordable entry points, with median prices under $300,000.

NWMLS Brokers Can Help You Find the Perfect Match

Northwest MLS brokers can list and search homes based on a variety of amenities—including electric car charging stations. This helps eco-conscious buyers find properties that fit their lifestyle and helps sellers showcase an increasingly valuable home feature.

Whether you’re buying a home to charge your EV or selling one that appeals to today’s eco-minded market, NWMLS brokers have the tools and expertise to make the perfect connection.

Data for all reported MLS residential & condominium sales during 2024 in Washington state.

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For many buyers, finding the right home is about more than square footage, it’s about lifestyle. Washington offers a diverse selection of 55+ communities designed for active adults who value low-maintenance living and easy access to recreation and amenities. Whether you’re drawn to vibrant cities, peaceful suburbs, or coastal retreats, there’s a community to match your pace and priorities.

We’ve taken a look at the NWMLS database (which contains hundreds of thousands of listings, dating back to the 1990s) to check out different kinds 55+ homes and where to find them.

Why Choose a Home in a 55+ Community?

Accessibility and Comfort: Homes often feature single-level layouts and modern designs tailored to active adults.

Low-maintenance Living: Many communities manage landscaping and exterior upkeep, freeing residents to focus on leisure and wellness.

Community and Convenience: Many 55+ neighborhoods feature clubhouses, fitness centers, organized activities, and proximity to shopping, healthcare, and parks.

Built-in Social Networks: Shared amenities and activities create opportunities for connection and engagement.

55+ Manufactured Home Communities: Affordable & Active Living

Manufactured home communities tailored to those aged 55 and older offer vibrant, affordable, and low-maintenance living, where nature, lifestyle, and community converge.

In 2024, NWMLS brokers sold 1,207 manufactured homes in 55+ communities. The cities below saw the most activity:

• Puyallup, Auburn, and Everett lead in volume, showing strong demand for affordable homes that are close to amenities.
• Sequim and Bothell stand out with higher median prices, reflecting premium settings in popular retirement destinations.

Residential 55+ Communities: Comfort, Style & Convenience

For those seeking the feeling of a traditional neighborhood or resort-style amenities, Washington’s 55+ communities deliver a blend of comfort, convenience, and connection.

In 2024, NWMLS brokers sold 531 homes in site-built 55+ neighborhoods.

• Redmond saw the most sales and the highest prices indicating a strong interest in luxury options with easy access to trails, shopping, and dining.
• Bothell & Maple Valley offer a balance of affordability and access to the Seattle metro area while Sedro-Woolley, Mount Vernon, & Oak Harbor provide smaller communities that offer tranquility and a natural setting.

55+ Condominium Communities: Turnkey & Worry Free

For those seeking turnkey living with maximum convenience, 55+ condos offer maintenance-free ownership, walkable locations, and a sense of community—all without the upkeep of a traditional home.

In 2024, NWMLS brokers sold 267 condos in 55+ communities across Washington.

• The most expensive 55+ condo market, with a median sale price of $724,112, Redmond appeals to buyers seeking luxury finishes, prime locations, and vibrant urban amenities.
• Among the most affordable, with a median sale price of $173,500, Puyallup offers budget-friendly living and community-focused convenience, ideal for retirees prioritizing value and low-maintenance living.

Taking the Next Step

Interested in buying or selling a home in a 55+ community? Northwest MLS is the central system where thousands of brokers in the Pacific Northwest share and update listings. As a buyer, that means you never miss a listing that fits your criteria. As a seller, this means your home gets more exposure from qualified buyers. Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, or starting a new chapter, a Northwest MLS broker can help you explore 55+ communities across Washington—both manufactured and site-built.

Data for all reported MLS residential, condominium & manufactured home sales during 2024 in Washington state.

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Interactive County Charts

Visualize year-over-year real estate statistics for specific counties, such as active listings, new listings, pending sales, closed sales, and months of inventory.

Access data for individual counties by using the drop-down filter menu. You may download and share or publish these charts and infographics with appropriate attribution.

Active Listings

There was a 27.3% increase in total number of properties listed for sale year-over-year, with 20,052 active listings on the market at the end of September 2025, compared to 15,748 at the end of September 2024. When compared to the previous month, active inventory decreased by 167 listings (-0.8%), down from 20,219 in August 2025.

The number of homes for sale year-over-year increased in most of NWMLS’s coverage area, with 23 out of 27 counties seeing a double-digit year-over-year increase. The six counties with highest year-over-year increases in active inventory for sale were Ferry (+61.5%), Thurston (+48.1%), Island (+45.7%), Snohomish (+41.7%), Walla Walla (+40.5%), and Columbia (+40%).

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the available inventory counts in each county:

New Listings

NWMLS brokers added 9,193 new listings to the database in September 2025, a year-over-year increase of 8.1% compared to September 2024 (8,508). When compared to the previous month (August 2025), new listings increased by 5.3%, when 8,730 listings were added to the NWMLS database.

When looking at the 27 individual counties in NWMLS’s primary service area, the number of new listings increased year-over-year in 17 counties, decreased year-over-year in 7 counties, and did not change in 3 counties (Lewis, San Juan, and Columbia). The six counties with the largest year-over-year increases were Okanogan (+81.1%), Chelan (+34.7%), Walla Walla (+25.9%), Whatcom (+23%), Island (+22.5%), and Cowlitz (+22.4%).  

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the number of new listings added in each county:

Pending Sales

There were 7,335 residential units & condo units under contract in September 2025, an increase of 2.4% when compared to September 2024 (7,165). When compared to the previous month, the number of pending listings decreased by 3.7%, down from 7,613 listings under contract in August 2025.

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the pending sales in each county:

Closed Sales

The number of closed sales increased by 5.9% year-over-year (6,170 in September 2025 compared to 5,828 in September 2024). When compared to the previous month, the number of closed sales decreased by 2.7%, down from 6,341 sales in August 2025.

19 out of 27 counties saw an increase in the number of closed sales year-over-year, while 5 saw a decrease, and 3 showed no change. The six counties with the largest increases were Lewis (+68.2%), Okanogan (+48.2%), Cowlitz (+46.8%), Island (+39.4%), Douglas (+27.3%), and Clallam (+24.4%). The total dollar value of closed sales in September 2025 for residential homes was $4,427,282,546 and was $477,418,943 for condominiums ($4,904,701,489 in total).

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the number of closed sales in each county:

Months of Inventory

A balanced market is considered to be 4 to 6 months by most industry experts. At the current rate of sales, it would take a little longer than 3 months (3.25) to sell every home that is active in the NWMLS inventory. The six counties with the lowest months of inventory in September 2025 were: Kitsap (2.23), Snohomish (2.43), Thurston (2.67), Pierce (2.84), Cowlitz (2.88), and King (3.15).

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the months of inventory in each county:

Median Price

The median sales price for residential homes and condominiums sold in September 2025 was $630,700 — a slight decrease of 0.7% when compared to September 2024 ($635,000). Compared to the previous month, the median price decreased by 3% ($650,000 in August 2025).

The three counties with the highest median sale prices were San Juan ($1,050,000), King ($850,000), and Snohomish ($722,525), and the three counties with the lowest median sale prices were Columbia ($290,000), Pacific ($330,000), and Ferry ($335,000).

Use the drop-down menu in the chart below to view the median sales price in each county:

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Market Snapshot Video

Watch a short video with the most current real estate statistics – great to share with clients!

Historical Charts

Get granular on real estate statistics with interactive 5-year charts encompassing the length of active, new, and additional metrics.

View Historical Charts

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Market Recap

Inventory is climbing, giving buyers more options, while home prices are showing signs of moderation after years of rapid growth. The median sales price in September dipped 0.7% year-over-year, from $635,000 to $630,700, and fell 3% month-over-month from August’s $650,000. Similar month-over-month declines were seen in King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties. Interest rates have declined slightly, but not enough to significantly impact the market.

“House prices in the NWMLS service area have generally been sluggish in response to high interest rates,” said Steven Bourassa, Director of the Washington Center for Real Estate Research at the University of Washington. “Initially, high interest rates discouraged both sellers and buyers, but in recent months, sellers have been listing properties at a faster rate than buyers have been purchasing them. To some extent, these changes may reflect typical seasonal fluctuations, but at some point the laws of supply and demand may prevail, and prices may lose some of their stickiness.”

September 2025 Key Takeaways

Active Listings

• There was a 27.3% increase in total number of properties listed for sale year-over-year, with 20,052 active listings on the market at the end of September 2025, compared to 15,748 at the end of September 2024. When compared to the previous month, active inventory decreased by 167 listings (-0.8%), down from 20,219in August 2025.
• The number of homes for sale year-over-year increased in most of NWMLS’s coverage area, with 23 out of 27 counties seeing a double-digit year-over-year increase. The six counties with highest year-over-year increases in active inventory for sale were Ferry (+61.5%), Thurston (+48.1%), Island (+45.7%), Snohomish (+41.7%), Walla Walla (+40.5%), and Columbia (+40%).

Closed Sales

• The number of closed sales increased by 5.9% year-over-year (6,170 in September 2025 compared to 5,828 in September 2024). When compared to the previous month, the number of closed sales decreased by 2.7%, down from 6,341 sales in August 2025.
• 19 out of 27 counties saw an increase in the number of closed sales year-over-year, while 5 saw a decrease, and 3 showed no change. The six counties with the largest increases were Lewis (+68.2%), Okanogan (+48.2%), Cowlitz (+46.8%), Island (+39.4%), Douglas (+27.3%), and Clallam (+24.4%). The total dollar value of closed sales in September 2025 for residential homes was $4,427,282,546 and was $477,418,943 for condominiums ($4,904,701,489 in total).

Median Sales Price and Total Dollar Value

• The median sales price for residential homes and condominiums sold in September 2025 was $630,700 — a slight decrease of 0.7% when compared to September 2024 ($635,000). Compared to the previous month, the median price decreased by 3% ($650,000 in August 2025).
• The three counties with the highest median sale prices were San Juan ($1,050,000), King ($850,000), and Snohomish ($722,525), and the three counties with the lowest median sale prices were Columbia ($290,000), Pacific ($330,000), and Ferry ($335,000).
• The total dollar value of closed sales in September 2025 for residential homes was $4,427,282,546 and was $477,418,943 for condominiums ($4,904,701,489 in total).

“Seattle’s housing market is continuing to rebalance following large swings in prices and demand in the last few years,” said Selma Hepp, Chief Economist at Cotality. “Improved affordability is certainly helping attract home buyers – especially for mid-range and tech-enhanced homes, that are now facing less competition than in the years prior. Home prices are expected to move sideways and pick up again in early 2026 with the spring home buying market, though overall rate of appreciation will be slower as buyers’ incomes catch up and affordability remains the top concern.”

Consumer and Broker Activity

NWMLS also provided insights into consumer activities during the month of September 2025:

• Keyboxes located at listed properties were accessed 161,356 times in September 2025, a 2% decrease from August 2025 when they were accessed 164,711 times. Keybox activity increased year-over-year by 2.3%, with keyboxes being accessed 157,756 times in September 2024.
• The total number of property showings scheduled through NWMLS-provided software decreased 1.7% from 122,534 in August 2025 to 120,489 in September 2025. This was a year-over-year increase of 0.5% from the number of showings in September 2024 (119,900).
• In September 2025, there were 20,979 listed properties that were eligible for the Down Payment Resource program offered by NWMLS, a 5.3% decrease from 22,163 in August 2025. This was a 25.7% year-over-year increase from 16,688 eligible listings in September 2024. 72.9% of listings in the NWMLS database were eligible for down payment program assistance.

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In today’s competitive real estate landscape, clients look to their brokers for more than just listings, they rely on trusted advisors who understand the local market inside and out. NWMLS brokers have a powerful advantage: access to InfoSparks, an interactive market statistics tool designed to transform data into meaningful insights.

Why Market Knowledge Matters

Being able to speak confidently about pricing trends, inventory levels, and days on market builds credibility with clients. Whether preparing a listing presentation, advising a buyer, or publishing a market update, InfoSparks helps you translate complex data into clear, visual stories that establish your expertise.

Explore Local Trends with Ease

InfoSparks allows brokers to:

• Compare markets – Easily chart trends across counties, cities, ZIP codes, or MLS areas.
• Customize charts – Select time frames, price ranges, property types, and more to focus on what matters most to clients.
• Share insights – Embed charts on websites or blogs, or post them to social media to keep audiences informed and engaged.

With just a few clicks, brokers can identify emerging trends, highlight neighborhood differences, and back up recommendations with real-time data, all in a clean, professional format that clients can understand.

Additional InfoSparks Tools

FastStats

Need quick, print-ready reports? FastStats delivers one-page local market summaries that can be downloaded or emailed directly to clients. These snapshots are perfect for open houses, listing appointments, and neighborhood updates.

MarketView

Take research a step further with MarketView, a module that ranks brokers, offices, and firms by sales volume or market share. Evaluate an individual broker’s performance or a firm’s, analyze competitors, and explore market share by geography or price range.

InfoSparks, FastStats, and MarketView, helps NWMLS brokers turn raw data into meaningful insight—empowering them to make informed decisions, deliver exceptional client guidance, and stand out as trusted market experts.

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When it comes to standing out in today’s real estate market, knowledge is power — and Northwest MLS brokers have access to some of the most advanced tools in the industry. One of those tools, MarketView, helps brokers analyze the marketplace, evaluate performance, and uncover opportunities.

See the Market from Every Angle

MarketView is a powerful ranking and research module built into InfoSparks, and it’s designed to give NWMLS brokers an instant snapshot of the competitive landscape. With MarketView, brokers can:

• Rank brokers, offices, and firms by sales volume or market share
• Highlight and compare specific brokers or firms against the local market
• Refine results by geography, price range, or property characteristics
• Generate professional reports to share or reference in business planning

Whether you’re benchmarking your own performance, identifying top producers, or exploring new areas of opportunity, MarketView puts the data right at your fingertips.

Real Data. Real Results.

MarketView uses verified sold property data from across the Pacific Northwest, ensuring every report is accurate, up-to-date, and rooted in real transactions. Refine rankings by city, ZIP code, county, or MLS area, or even apply custom locations created in “My Areas.” With multiple ways to filter and compare, it’s easy to gain clarity on where your business stands and where it can grow.

From customizable ranking reports to shareable PDFs, MarketView is more than a research tool, it’s a way to showcase your professionalism, prepare for client conversations, and stay informed on local trends.

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Reliable Market Data Behind Every Decision

Northwest MLS gives your broker a complete and accurate view of the market. That includes real-time local insights you won’t find on public sites—like showing activity, offer trends, and property history. From brand-new listings to price changes, your broker has the latest information at their fingertips—so you never miss an opportunity.

Connect with the Right Broker

When you’re ready to buy or sell a home, the next step is finding the right real estate professional to guide you through the process. On the Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) website, use the ‘Find a Broker’ button at the bottom of the homepage to search for licensed NWMLS brokers by name or location. Once you find a broker, you can contact them directly or submit a referral request form, which sends a message straight to the broker to start the conversation. When browsing listings through the ‘Find a Home’ search, the broker’s photo and contact details appear alongside each property, making it easy to connect quickly.

Powerful Tools That Work for You

NWMLS brokers have a variety of innovative tools designed to make your home search, or sale, more efficient and effective, including:

• Access to a comprehensive marketplace with every property listing, so you can see the full picture whether you’re buying or selling.
• Down Payment Resource integration to find homes eligible for financial assistance programs and make homeownership more affordable and accessible.
• Detailed market reports and statistics that help you understand local trends and pricing, giving you the competitive edge you need.
• Advanced tools that make it easy to collaborate, share, compare, and track listings with your broker.
• Count on it – our guarantee for an open, fair and transparent market.

Your broker can harness these tools to tailor the search to your needs, uncover opportunities you might miss elsewhere, and give you a competitive edge in a fast-moving market.

Your Real Estate Journey Starts Here

Working with a Northwest MLS broker means more than just browsing homes—it means having a trusted partner with the tools and insights to help you buy or sell with confidence.

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Northwest MLS brokers have access to the Down Payment Resource (DPR) program, which connects homebuyers with various down payment assistance programs to help them purchase homes.

What is Down Payment Resource?

Down Payment Resource is an online tool that matches homebuyers with state and local assistance programs—grants, second mortgages, and tax credits—that can help cover the cost of a down payment or even closing costs. These programs are often tailored to first-time buyers, veterans, teachers, and others who meet certain income or location requirements.

Fully Integrated & Easy to Use

This program is integrated into the Northwest MLS database, making it easy for NWMLS brokers to see if listings are eligible for financial assistance. Buyers working with NWMLS brokers can also quickly see if a property is eligible for down payment assistance programs within their personal OneHome client portal.

Number of DPR Eligible Listings in 2024

We’ve taken a look in the NWMLS database (which contains hundreds of thousands of listings, dating back to the 1990s) to see how many houses and condos were eligible for down payment assistance in 2024, and where to find them.

Of the 60,562 houses sold by NWMLS brokers in 2024, 44,165 were eligible for down payment assistance – that’s over 72 percent! Even more condominiums were eligible for down payment assistance. Out of a total of 9,358 condos sold by NWMLS brokers in 2024, 8,185 were eligible, representing 87 percent!

Median Sale Prices for DPR Eligible Listings in 2024

The Median Sale Price for all homes sold by NWMLS brokers in 2024 was $665,000, while the Median Sale Price for homes that were eligible for down payment assistance was quite a bit lower at $570,000. The Median Sale Price for all condominiums sold by NWMLS brokers was $500,000 compared to $460,000 for condos that were eligible for down payment assistance.

Counties with the Most DPR Eligible Listings

The most DPR-eligible houses and condos in 2024 were found in King County, with 10,117 homes sold and 4,749 condos sold.

Cities with the Most DPR Eligible Listings

The city with the most DPR-eligible houses and condos sold in 2024 was Seattle with 3,705 homes and 2,063 condos.

Data for all reported MLS residential & condo sales during 2024 in Washington state.

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Exclusive Safety Tools for NWMLS Members

NWMLS brokers have access to a suite of safety features designed to keep them secure while showing properties:

• NWMLS Safety and Alerts Webpage
  Stay informed about potential security issues in your area. This member-only resource provides real-time alerts on scams, suspicious activity, and safety tips to help you stay vigilant.
• Showing Beacon in the ShowingTime App
  This feature allows brokers to set a safety timer before a showing. If the timer expires without being manually ended, a designated contact is alerted—adding a layer of protection when you’re out in the field.
• SupraKey Safety Alert
  SupraKey includes a discreet alert function that lets brokers notify emergency contacts if they feel unsafe during a showing. It’s a simple but powerful tool that can make a big difference.

Safety in Real Estate Workshop (Members Only)

To help brokers make the most of these tools, NWMLS offers a Safety in Real Estate Workshop. This session walks through the Safety and Alerts webpage, the Showing Beacon, and SupraKey features in detail—giving brokers practical strategies to stay safe and secure. Register for the Safety in Real Estate Workshop
Note: This workshop is available exclusively to NWMLS members

Why Non-Members Should Consider Joining NWMLS

If you’re not yet a member, these safety features—and the training that supports them—are just one reason to consider joining NWMLS. Membership gives you access to:

• Industry-leading tools and technology.
• A network of over 30,000 brokers across Washington and Oregon.
• Ongoing education and support (7 days a week!) to help you grow your business safely and successfully. Learn more.

Safety Is Not Optional—It’s Essential

In real estate, your safety is as important as your sales. NWMLS equips its brokers with the tools, alerts, and training they need to navigate the field with confidence. If you’re already a member, take advantage of these resources. If you’re not, now’s the time to explore what NWMLS membership can do for you.

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