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Issaquah, WA Housing Market

Balanced market-4.7% YoY
Zillow, August 2026 · Refreshes monthlyRedfin, through May 2026 · No longer updatingFreddie Mac via FRED, September 2026 · Refreshes weekly

The typical home in Issaquah, WA is worth $1.11M, fell 4.7% over the past year (Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026). The last median sale price Redfin published was $1.08M, -6.3% year over year (through May 2026). With 3.1 months of supply and homes going under contract in about 14 days, Issaquah is a balanced market. At today's 7.03% 30-year fixed rate, 20% down on a $1.11M home is about $5,907/mo in principal and interest.

Key numbers for Issaquah, WA

Typical home value

$1.11M

-4.7% in 12 months

Zillow, August 2026

Typical asking rent

$2,940/mo

Zillow Observed Rent Index

Zillow, August 2026

Median sale price

$1.08M

-6.3% year over year

Redfin, through May 2026

Days on market

14

Fast-moving

Redfin, through May 2026

Active listings

159

3.1 months of supply

Redfin, through May 2026

30-yr fixed rate

7.03%

Freddie Mac weekly average

Freddie Mac via FRED, September 2026

Median household income

$153,786

Home costs 7.2x income

U.S. Census ACS, 2023

Sale-to-list ratio

99.6%

Selling below asking

Redfin, through May 2026

Zillow figures are as of August 2026 and refresh monthly. Redfin figures are through May 2026 — Redfin stopped publishing its public market trackers in June 2026, so those numbers are final, not current. Mortgage rates come from Freddie Mac via FRED and update weekly.

Is Issaquah a buyer's or seller's market?

Balanced market3.1 months of supply14 days on market99.6% of asking

Issaquah, WA is a balanced market, based on 3.1 months of supply and homes selling in about 14 days. Under 4 months of supply tilts the market toward sellers: homes clear faster than they are replaced, so concessions are scarce.

Inputs are Redfin's final published period (May 2026). How we classify markets · Where the data comes from

What does the Issaquah housing market data show?

Every row below is Redfin's final published month for Issaquah, WA. Redfin, through May 2026

Housing market statistics for Issaquah, WA, Redfin through May 2026
MetricValue
Median sale price$1.08M
Median list price$1.12M
Year-over-year price change-6.3%
Median price per sq ft$536/sq ft
Median days on market14 days
Active inventory159 listings
Months of supply3.1 months
Sale-to-list price ratio99.6%
Homes sold (that month)52
New listings (that month)93
Listings with a price cut35.2%
Market conditionBalanced market

How to read these numbers

Median sale price
Half the homes that closed sold for more than this, half for less. It moves with what kind of home sold that month, so a quiet month with two big sales can swing it. Redfin's figure for Issaquah is frozen at May 2026.
Typical home value (ZHVI)
Zillow's estimate of what a mid-market home in Issaquah is worth right now, whether or not it sold. It is smoother than the median sale price and it still refreshes monthly, which is why this page leads with it.
Months of supply
How long it would take to sell every active listing at the current pace. Under 3 favors sellers, over 6 favors buyers, and 3 to 6 is the balanced band.
Days on market
Median time from listing to accepted offer. Short means you should have financing ready before you tour; long means there is room to negotiate on price and repairs.
Sale-to-list ratio
Sale price divided by the last asking price. Above 100% means bidding above asking is normal here; below 100% means the typical buyer got a discount.
Price per square foot
The size-adjusted price. Use it to compare a 1,400 sq ft house to a 2,600 sq ft house, not to value your own home — lot, condition and age move it a lot.
Listings with a price cut
Share of active listings that dropped their asking price in the month. A high share is the earliest visible sign that sellers are ahead of what buyers will pay.
Typical asking rent (ZORI)
Zillow's repeat-rent index for asking rents on new leases. Paired with the home value it gives the price-to-rent ratio in the rent-vs-buy section below.

How have Issaquah home prices moved?

Over the last three years the median sale price in Issaquah, WA fell 4.9%, from $1.13M to $1.08M. The live Zillow value series has fell 4.7% in the last 12 months, which is the more current read now that Redfin's series has stopped. 35.2% of Issaquah listings cut their asking price in the final Redfin month — a high share, and the clearest sign that list prices were running ahead of what buyers would pay. For prices to fall meaningfully from here, supply would have to keep building past 3.1 months while the sale-to-list ratio slips below its current 99.6%. Watch those two together — they move before the median does.

Redfin, through May 2026 — the chart ends at Redfin's final published month.

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What does it cost to buy a home in Issaquah?

Priced off the typical home value of $1.11M at the current 7.03% 30-year fixed rate. These are principal and interest only — property taxes, homeowner's insurance, HOA dues and mortgage insurance are on top, and they vary enough by property that we will not guess them for you.

Monthly principal and interest by down payment in Issaquah, WA
Down paymentCash at closeLoan amountMonthly P&I
20%$221,289$885,154$5,907/mo
5%$55,322$1.05M$7,014/mo

Zillow, August 2026 for the price · Freddie Mac via FRED, September 2026 for the rate

What income do you need?

Lenders generally want housing costs under 28% of gross income. On the 20%-down payment of $5,907, that implies roughly $253,148 a year before you add taxes and insurance. The median household in Issaquah earns $153,786, about $99,362 short of that threshold — the typical local household needs a larger down payment, a co-borrower, or a home below the typical home value to fit the 28% rule. That puts the price-to-income ratio at 7.2x — well above the 3x that was historically considered affordable, which is why down payment size drives who can buy here.

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Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Issaquah?

Typical asking rent in Issaquah, WA is $2,940/mo, against a typical home value of $1.11M. That is a price-to-rent ratio of 31.4x, which means renting tends to be the cheaper monthly option unless you stay long enough for appreciation to close the gap. Compared head to head, 20% down puts principal and interest at $5,907 a month — $2,967 more than renting before taxes and insurance, so the ownership case here rests on equity and appreciation rather than monthly cash flow.

Zillow, August 2026 for both value and rent

Add your own down payment, tax rate and time horizon in the rent vs. buy calculator.

Is inventory rising or falling in Issaquah?

Active listings in Issaquah, WA went from 119 in May 2025 to 159 in May 2026, a +33.6% change. Rising inventory is the single most useful leading indicator for buyers: more choice, longer marketing times, and more sellers willing to negotiate before price cuts show up in the median.

Active listings by month in Issaquah, WA
MonthActive listingsNew listings
June 202512459
July 202510055
August 20259146
September 202510054
October 20259844
November 20258120
December 20256015
January 20267752
February 20269971
March 202611270
April 202614698
May 202615993

Redfin, through May 2026

How does Issaquah compare to Washington and the U.S.?

Issaquah homes sell for $1.08M — 65% above the Washington median of $651,800. Against the national median of $410,700, Issaquah runs 162% higher. Year-over-year, Issaquah moved -6.3% against Washington's -0.2% — a bigger swing than the state as a whole.

Issaquah, WA compared with Washington and the United States
MarketMedian sale priceYoYDays on market
Issaquah, WA$1.08M-6.3%14 days
Washington statewide$651,800-0.2%19 days
United States$410,700not publishednot published

City and state rows: Redfin, through May 2026 · U.S. row: Freddie Mac via FRED, April 2026 (MSPUS, quarterly)

What to do next in Issaquah

What buyers should watch

  • Months of supply, currently 3.1. It turns before price does — when it climbs past 6, sellers start taking offers they would have rejected a quarter earlier.
  • The share of listings cutting price, currently 35.2%. A listing that has already cut once is the one most likely to accept below asking.
  • The gap between 5% and 20% down here is $1,108 a month in principal and interest alone, before mortgage insurance. That gap, not the price, is usually what decides your timeline.
  • Rate moves. At 7.03%, every full point of rate change moves the payment on a $1.11M home more than a 5% price change does.
  • Your credit tier before you shop, not after — it sets the rate you are quoted. Run your numbers first.

What sellers should know

  • The median Issaquah listing goes under contract in 14 days. If yours passes that mark, the market is telling you the price is wrong — not that you need more showings.
  • Homes here close at 99.6% of asking. Price to that ratio from day one rather than chasing the market down in cuts.
  • In the last published month Issaquah added 93 new listings against 52 sales — more competition arriving than clearing, so early timing matters.
  • Your equity moved -4.7% in the last 12 months on the Zillow value series. That, not the price you paid, is what sets your net proceeds.
  • Comparable ZIP-level pricing inside Issaquah varies more than the citywide median suggests — check the ZIP pages below before you set a number.

Homes for sale in Issaquah

There are currently 159 homes listed for sale in Issaquah, Washington. The median listing price is $1.1M. Featured listings range from $85,000 to $2,698,000.

2 bedroom mobile home for sale at 31411 SE 95th St Issaquah 98027 - $85,000
New Listing
6
$85,000

31411 SE 95th St

Issaquah, WA 98027

2 bd3 ba784 sqft$108/ft²
Mobile home

William E. Johnson

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2 bedroom house for sale at 220 SW Clark St Apt B304 Issaquah 98027 - $310,000
New Listing
33
$310,000

220 SW Clark St Apt B304

Issaquah, WA 98027

2 bd1 ba828 sqft$374/ft²
House1.25 acres

KW Lake Washington So

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2 bedroom condo for sale at 4133 224th Ln SE Apt 213 Issaquah 98029 - $375,000
New Listing
30
$375,000

4133 224th Ln SE Apt 213

Issaquah, WA 98029

2 bd2 ba1,183 sqft$317/ft²
Condo

Windermere Real Estate/East

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2 bedroom townhouse for sale at 3752 257th Ave SE Issaquah 98029 - $745,000
New Listing
38
$745,000

3752 257th Ave SE

Issaquah, WA 98029

2 bd3 ba1,534 sqft$486/ft²
Townhouse1 sqft lot

COMPASS

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3 bedroom townhouse for sale at 23300 SE Black Nugget Rd Unit F6 Issaquah 98029 - $875,000
New Listing
22
$875,000

23300 SE Black Nugget Rd Unit F6

Issaquah, WA 98029

3 bd4 ba1,730 sqft$506/ft²
Townhouse5.16 acres

John L. Scott, Inc

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4 bedroom townhouse for sale at 1321 Greenwich Walk NE Issaquah 98029 - $1,150,000
New Listing
32
$1,150,000

1321 Greenwich Walk NE

Issaquah, WA 98029

4 bd4 ba2,172 sqft$529/ft²
Townhouse

MY REALTY GROUP LLC

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4 bedroom house for sale at 145 MT Pilchuck Ave SW Issaquah 98027 - $1,585,000
New Listing
36
$1,585,000

145 MT Pilchuck Ave SW

Issaquah, WA 98027

4 bd3 ba2,400 sqft$660/ft²
House10,171 sqft lot

Windermere Real Estate/East

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5 bedroom house for sale at 4991 229th Ave SE Issaquah 98029 - $1,825,000
38
$1,825,000

4991 229th Ave SE

Issaquah, WA 98029

5 bd3 ba3,050 sqft$598/ft²
House5,702 sqft lot

Redfin

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4 bedroom house for sale at 1689 24th Ave NE Issaquah 98029 - $1,998,000
New Listing
36
$1,998,000

1689 24th Ave NE

Issaquah, WA 98029

4 bd3 ba3,390 sqft$589/ft²
House5,001 sqft lot

Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue

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6 bedroom multi-family for sale at 441 NE Alder St Units 1 & 2 Issaquah 98027 - $2,200,000
New Listing
20
$2,200,000

441 NE Alder St Units 1 & 2

Issaquah, WA 98027

6 bd4 ba3,160 sqft$696/ft²
Multi-family12,702 sqft lot

COMPASS

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6 bedroom house for sale at 5706 NW Lac Leman Dr Issaquah 98027 - $2,200,000
New Listing
37
$2,200,000

5706 NW Lac Leman Dr

Issaquah, WA 98027

6 bd5 ba4,440 sqft$495/ft²
House7,309 sqft lot

COMPASS

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5 bedroom house for sale at 2449 NE Davis Loop Issaquah 98029 - $2,698,000
40
$2,698,000

2449 NE Davis Loop

Issaquah, WA 98029

5 bd5 ba4,195 sqft$643/ft²
House5,005 sqft lot

Keller Williams Rlty Bellevue

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Active listings

159

Homes on market

Median list price

$1.1M

Avg. days on market

14

Days until sale

New this week

93

Newly listed

Price drops:35.2%of listings
Sale-to-list:99.6%

How much do homes cost in Issaquah by property type?

How the Issaquah, WA market breaks down across single-family homes, condos and townhouses. Redfin, through May 2026

Median price, price per square foot, homes sold and days on market by property type in Issaquah, WA
Property typeMedian pricePrice / sq ftHomes soldDays on market
Single-family$1.47M$607/sq ft245 days
Condo / co-op$475,000$422/sq ft1665 days
Townhouse$815,000$483/sq ft917 days

Who lives in Issaquah?

American Community Survey estimates for Issaquah. U.S. Census ACS, 2023

Population

39,472

Households

16,378

Median income

$153,786/yr

Median age

37.2 years

Owner-occupied

58.7%

Median home value

$934,100

Median gross rent

$2,484/mo

Mean commute

27 min

58.7% of occupied homes in Issaquah are owner-occupied, and the rest are rented — which is the share that decides how much of the local housing stock ever reaches the for-sale market. The Census self-reported median home value is $934,100 against Zillow's $1.11M typical value; the gap is normal — ACS asks owners what they think their home is worth, Zillow models transactions. Census median gross rent (all leases, including long-held ones) is $2,484/mo, below Zillow's $2,940/mo asking rent on new leases — the difference is roughly what a mover pays over a stayer.

Which public schools serve Issaquah?

15 schools tracked · 8,893 students

The largest public schools serving Issaquah, WA by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.

Issaquah High School

Grades 9-12 · 2,452 students

Public

Beaver Lake Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 771 students

Public

Issaquah Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 768 students

Public

Pacific Cascade Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 646 students

Public

Cougar Mountain Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 621 students

Public

Issaquah Valley Elementary

Grades K-5 · 620 students

Public

Clark Elementary

Grades K-5 · 601 students

Public

Grand Ridge Elementary

Grades K-5 · 547 students

Public

Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.

Which cities are near Issaquah, WA?

Ordered by distance from Issaquah, not by size. Compare Issaquah side by side with any of them.

Which ZIP codes are in Issaquah?

These are the ZIP codes we see on active Issaquah listings. Redfin did not publish a matching ZIP-level sale row for the same period, so we are not ranking them by price here — each ZIP page shows exactly what we hold for it.

Issaquah housing market FAQ

Is Issaquah a buyer's or seller's market?

Issaquah, WA is currently a balanced market. That read comes from 3.1 months of supply, homes going under contract in about 14 days, and sellers getting 99.6% of their asking price in the last month Redfin published (May 2026).

How much do homes cost in Issaquah?

The typical home in Issaquah, WA is worth $1.11M (Zillow Home Value Index, August 2026). The median sale price in the last month Redfin published was $1.08M, about $536 per square foot.

Is Issaquah cheaper than the rest of Washington?

Issaquah's median sale price of $1.08M is 65% higher than the Washington statewide median of $651,800, and 162% above the U.S. median of $410,700. Both figures are for the same period.

How long do homes take to sell in Issaquah?

Homes in Issaquah, WA spent a median of 14 days on market before going under contract, versus 19 days statewide. Under three weeks means well-priced listings move before most buyers can schedule a second showing. (Redfin, through May 2026.)

What income do you need to buy a home in Issaquah?

At the current 30-year fixed rate of 7.03%, 20% down on a $1.11M home is about $5,907 a month in principal and interest. Lenders typically want that under 28% of gross income, which works out to roughly $253,148 a year before taxes, insurance, HOA dues or mortgage insurance. The local median household income is $153,786.

Are home prices rising in Issaquah?

The typical home value in Issaquah, WA fell 4.7% over the last 12 months, from $1.16M to $1.11M (Zillow, August 2026). This is the live series — it refreshes monthly.

What are the cheapest ZIP codes in Issaquah?

Issaquah ZIP-level sale prices are not all published for the same period, so ranking them would compare different months. The ZIP pages listed on this page show what we hold for each one individually.

Is now a good time to buy in Issaquah?

That depends on your timeline, not on a headline. What the data says today: Issaquah, WA is a balanced market with 3.1 months of supply, the 30-year fixed rate is 7.03%, and the price-to-rent ratio of 31.4x means renting tends to be the cheaper monthly option unless you stay long enough for appreciation to close the gap. Properties Incorporated publishes the data; it does not give financial advice.

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