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Washington Housing Market

Last updated May 2026

As of the latest data, the typical home in Washington is valued around $604K, down 0.6% over the past 12 months. The market is home to roughly 7.82M residents. Looking ahead, Curb Report's 12-month price forecast points to below-average outlook, housing crash risk is elevated, the overall Investment Score grades average. Below you'll find Washington's home prices, price forecast, crash and climate risk, property taxes, cap rate, and rental data, updated monthly from Zillow, the Census Bureau, FEMA, and 30+ sources. Create a free account to explore the full interactive map, or analyze a specific listing with Curb Check.

Median home value

$604K

1-year growth

-0.6%

Population

7.82M

12-mo forecast

Below-average outlook

Crash risk

Elevated

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Washington housing market FAQ

Is now a good time to buy in Washington?

Curb Report's 12-month price forecast for Washington currently points to below-average outlook, with elevated housing crash risk. Create a free account to see the full forecast, the signals driving it, and historical trends before you buy.

What is the housing crash risk in Washington?

Washington's housing crash risk is currently elevated, based on price-to-income, inventory, days-on-market, and overvaluation signals. See the full Crash Risk breakdown and what's driving it on Curb Report.

What is the median home price in Washington?

The typical home value in Washington is about $604K, down 0.6% over the past year. Explore the full price history and 12-month forecast on Curb Report.

Is Washington a good place to invest in rental property?

In Washington, rental cap rates run at a level shown with a free account and the overall Investment Score grades average. Use the Curb Check tool to paste any Zillow or Redfin listing and get instant cap rate, cash flow, and a risk read for that specific property.

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