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Tumwater, WA 98512
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Housing market overview · Updated monthly ·
$550,000median sale price
The median home sale price in Tumwater, WA is $550,000, down 4.3% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 10 days with 78 active listings. The market is currently a strong seller's market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
Tumwater, WA is currently a strong seller's market, based on 2.5 months of supply and homes selling in about 10 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
31
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
10
Fast-moving
Active listings
78
2.5 months supply
Sale-to-list
100.6%
Above asking
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $550,000 |
| Median list price | $589,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | -4.3% |
| Average days on market | 10 days |
| Active inventory | 78 listings |
| Months of supply | 2.5 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 100.6% |
| Median price per sq ft | $279/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 31 |
| New listings (latest month) | 39 |
| Listings with a price cut | 35.9% |
| Market condition | Strong seller's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How the Tumwater, WA market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $587,500 | $280/sq ft | 27 | 10 days |
| Condo / Co-op | $360,000 | $290/sq ft | 2 | 11 days |
| Townhouse | $429,000 | $247/sq ft | 1 | 20 days |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The Tumwater housing market is currently classified as a strong seller's market with a median sale price of $550,000. Prices have fallen 4.3% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 10 days on market, indicating 2.5 months of inventory.With limited inventory, homes sell quickly and buyers should be prepared to act decisively and competitively to secure a property.The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x provides context for how home values compare to local earning capacity.
There are currently 78 homes listed for sale in Tumwater, Washington. The median listing price is $589K. Featured listings range from $399,000 to $899,950.

Tumwater, WA 98512
RE/MAX Northwest

Tumwater, WA 98512
BHGRE - Northwest Home Team

Tumwater, WA 98501
Redfin

Tumwater, WA 98501
Van Dorm Realty, Inc

Tumwater, WA 98501
Wilcox Real Estate

Tumwater, WA 98501
Signature Service RE Olympia

Tumwater, WA 98512
Windermere Prof Partners

Tumwater, WA 98512
Redfin

Tumwater, WA 98501
Epic Realty

Tumwater, WA 98512
Van Dorm Realty, Inc

Tumwater, WA 98501
Olympic Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Tumwater, WA 98512
Coldwell Banker Evergreen
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Active listings
78
Homes on market
Median list price
$589K
Avg. days on market
10
Days until sale
New this week
39
Newly listed
Population
26,519
Median income
$93,635/yr
Median age
38.1 years
Owner-occupied
61.1%
College grads
41.6%
Avg commute
20.8 min
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS
Zillow home value
$530,540
Zillow rent index
$1,922/mo
Price-to-rent ratio
23.0x
Price-to-income
5.7x
Source: Zillow Research
Tumwater is a community of approximately 27K residents with a median age of 38.1 years.The median household income is $93,635, which reflects a relatively affluent area with strong earning potential. 41.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, indicating a highly educated population.
Homeownership rates are at 61.1%, showing a blend of owner and renter-occupied properties. The average commute time is 20.8 minutes, which makes this an excellent choice for those seeking short commutes to employment centers.Overall, Tumwater offers a balanced lifestyle with accessible home values relative to local income levels.
13 schools tracked · 5,966 students
The largest public schools serving Tumwater, 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.
Tumwater High School
Grades 9-12 · 1,139 students
A G West Black Hills High School
Grades 9-12 · 792 students
George Bush Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 757 students
Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight
Grades K-8 · 694 students
Tumwater Middle School
Grades 6-8 · 633 students
Peter G Schmidt Elementary
Grades PK-5 · 586 students
Michael T Simmons Elementary
Grades K-5 · 442 students
Tumwater Hill Elementary
Grades PK-5 · 380 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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For investors evaluating Tumwater, the price-to-rent ratio of 23.0x indicates higher purchase prices relative to rental income, typical of appreciation-focused markets. The market has softened 4.3% year-over-year, potentially creating entry opportunities for strategic buyers.Use our rent vs. buy calculator to analyze whether owning or renting makes more financial sense based on Tumwater's current market conditions and your specific situation. Estimate your monthly payment with the mortgage calculator using Tumwater's median home price.
The median home sale price in Tumwater is $550,000, down 4.3% from last year.
Homes typically spend 10 days on market before going under contract.
The median household income is $93,635 per year.
With 2.5 months of supply, Tumwater is currently a strong seller's market.
There are currently 78 homes listed for sale in Tumwater, WA.
The Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Tumwater is $530,540, representing the typical home value in the area.
The median condo/co-op sale price in Tumwater, WA is $360,000, compared to $587,500 for a single-family home, based on the latest Redfin data.
The median single-family home price in Tumwater, WA is $587,500 (about $280 per square foot).
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