Seattle, Washington
The Emerald City. Seattle offers world-class urban living, a thriving tech economy, stunning natural beauty, and diverse neighborhoods for every lifestyle.
$856,000
Typical Home Value
-2.2%
Year-over-Year
750,000+
Population
Zillow Home Value Index, June 2026. Population: US Census.
Why Live in Seattle
Discover what makes Seattle one of America's most livable cities
Urban Living
Walkable neighborhoods, world-class dining, vibrant nightlife
Tech & Innovation
Amazon, Google, Meta HQs and startup ecosystem
Transit Hub
Light rail, buses, ferries, and bike-friendly streets
Natural Beauty
Mountains, water, and 485 parks within city limits
Schools in Seattle
Seattle offers diverse educational options from public schools to world-class universities
Local Amenities
Everything a world-class city has to offer
Pike Place Market
Iconic farmers market since 1907
Space Needle
Seattle's landmark observation tower
Discovery Park
534 acres of urban wilderness
Capitol Hill
Vibrant arts and nightlife district
Lake Union
Houseboats, kayaking, seaplanes
Food Scene
James Beard award-winning restaurants
What to know about Seattle
Getting around
The 1 Line runs from Lynnwood through downtown to Angle Lake, with the 2 Line connecting to the Eastside. Ferries, buses, and I-5 fill in the rest.
Housing stock
Everything from Craftsman bungalows to new towers, varying completely by neighborhood. Citywide averages hide more than they reveal.
Who Seattle suits
Suits buyers who want urban amenities and can commit to a specific neighborhood. Come with a shortlist of areas rather than a citywide budget.
Around Seattle
- Pike Place Market
- Discovery Park
- Washington Park Arboretum
- Alki Beach
- Lake Union
The Seattle market right now
Seattle has a typical home value of $856,000. That is close to the middle of the King County cities we serve, where the median sits at $834,000. Against all 50 cities we cover, it sits roughly 20% above the $715,500 midpoint.
Values are down 2.2% year over year, in line with the broader Puget Sound softening. That is a modest correction rather than a slide, so well-prepared listings still move. Buyers should not expect distressed pricing, but there is more room to ask than there was.
Our read on Seattle
Seattle is not one market. A Ballard townhome, a Rainier Valley bungalow, and a Queen Anne view property follow different price curves and different buyer pools. Citywide averages are close to useless for decision making here, which is why we work at the neighborhood level.
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