Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update for April 2026
Northwest MLS, the source for the most current, accurate market listing data in Washington State has released its Market Snapshot for April 2026.
Washington State Real Estate Market Recap
In April 2026, there were 5,674 closed sales, representing a 3.7% decrease compared to April 2025 (5,887 sales). When compared to the previous month, closed sales increased 4.7%, up from 5,417 sales in March 2026.
April 2026 Key Takeaways
Active Inventory For Sale
- The total number of properties listed for sale increased 28.4% year over year, with 18,563 active listings on the market at the end of April 2026, compared to 14,459 at the end of April 2025. Month over month, active inventory increased by 23.4%, up from 15,049 in March 2026.
Closed Sales
- Closed sales decreased by 3.7% year over year, with 5,674 transactions in April 2026 compared to 5,887 in April 2025. Month over month, sales increased by 4.7%, up from 5,417 in March 2026.
Median Sales Price
- The median sales price for residential homes and condominiums sold in April 2026 was $650,000, showing no change from April 2025 ($650,000). Month over month, the median price increased 1.6% from $640,000 in March 2026.
Consumer and Broker Activity
NWMLS also provided insights into consumer activities during April 2026:
- Keyboxes located at listed properties were accessed 162,421 times in April 2026, a 0.05% increase in activity from March 2026 when they were accessed 154,025 times.
Active Listings
The total number of properties listed for sale increased 28.4% year over year, with 18,563 active listings on the market at the end of April 2026, compared to 14,459 at the end of April 2025. Month over month, active inventory increased by 23.4%, up from 15,049 in March 2026.
Nearly all NWMLS counties experienced year-over-year inventory growth, with 21 of 27 counties posting double-digit increases. The five counties with the largest increases were Snohomish (+58%), Walla Walla (+54%), Okanogan (+52.4%), Skagit (+44.5%), and Thurston (+43.3%).
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & ALL active listings in all 23 counties:
New Listings
NWMLS brokers added 12,155 new listings to the database in April 2026, a year-over-year increase of 12% compared to April 2025 (10,858). When compared to the previous month (March 2026), new listings increased by 21.1%, when 10,035 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 20 counties, and decreased year-over-year in 7 counties.
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & ALL new listings in all 23 counties:
Pending Sales
There were 7,584 residential units & condo units under contract in April 2026, an increase of 2% when compared to April 2025 (7,435). When compared to the previous month, the number of pending listings increased by 3.2%, up from 7,352 listings under contract in March 2026.
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & ALL pending sales in all 23 counties:
Closed Sales
Closed sales decreased by 3.7% year over year, with 5,674 transactions in April 2026 compared to 5,887 in April 2025. Month over month, sales increased by 4.7%, up from 5,417 in March 2026.
Year-over-year closed sales increased in 11 of 27 counties, while 15 counties saw decreases, and one had no sales (Ferry County). The total dollar value of closed sales in April 2026 was $4.17 billion for residential homes and $440.5 million for condominiums, for a combined total of $4.62 billion.
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & closed sales in all 23 counties:
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 more than three months (3.27) to sell every home that is active in the NWMLS inventory. The five counties with the lowest months of inventory in April 2026 were Kitsap (1.94), Pierce (2.52), Thurston (2.54), Douglas (2.72), and Cowlitz (2.77).
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & ALL months of inventory in all 23 counties:
Median Price
The median sales price for residential homes and condominiums sold in April 2026 was $650,000, showing no change from April 2025 ($650,000). Month over month, the median price increased 1.6% from $640,000 in March 2026.
The counties with the highest median sales prices were San Juan ($1,225,000), King ($859,000), and Snohomish ($750,000), while the lowest median prices were recorded in Ferry ($250,000), Adams ($290,000), and Columbia ($322,000).
Below is a graph of Snohomish County & ALL median prices in all 23 counties:
NWMLS April 2026 Market Snapshot on Vimeo
Northwest MLS Market Report
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Take a look at the Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update.
April began with:
- 1,285 New Listings
- 2.77 Months’ worth of Inventory
- Median home price of $799,992
Let’s break it down per city:
| CITIES | MEDIAN SALES PRICE | % CHANGE OVER LAST YEAR | MONTHS OF INVENTORY |
| BOTHELL | $1,015,000 | -12.88% | 4.13 |
| LYNNWOOD | $888,750 | -6.45% | 2.36 |
| EVERETT | $815,000 | -2.38% | 2.73 |
| SNOHOMISH | $812,475 | 13.08% | 2.45 |
| LAKE STEVENS | $747,000 | 8.26% | 3.00 |
| MARYSVILLE | $652,005 | -1.21% | 2.41 |
What Does This Data Mean?
NWMLS counties saw a notable spring inventory surge in April, with active listings up sharply both year over year (+28.4%) and month over month (+23.4%), alongside a solid increase in new listings. Pending sales ticked up slightly, suggesting steady buyer activity, but closed sales dipped compared to last year despite a monthly rebound. Prices remained stable year over year at $650,000, while inventory levels rose to just over three months, still below a balanced market, indicating conditions are easing but continue to favor sellers overall.
What Does This Mean If You Are Buying A Home
For buyers, this market is improving, but still competitive. Inventory is rising quickly and new listings are increasing, which means more choices and slightly less pressure than a year ago. However, with only about 3.3 months of supply (still below a balanced market) and steady buyer demand, sellers retain an edge in many areas. Home prices holding steady year over year is a positive sign for affordability, but limited supply means well-priced homes can still move quickly. Overall, buyers have more opportunity and breathing room than before, but should be prepared to act decisively on desirable properties.
What Does This Mean If You Are Selling A Home
For sellers, the market is still favorable, but shifting. While demand remains steady and homes are continuing to sell, the sharp rise in inventory and new listings means more competition than a year ago. Prices holding flat year over year suggests less upward pressure, so pricing correctly is becoming more important. With about 3.3 months of inventory, conditions still lean in sellers’ favor, but buyers are gaining options and may be more selective. Well-prepared, competitively priced homes are still moving, but sellers should be ready for a slightly more balanced and competitive environment.
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Thank you for reading this month’s Snohomish County Real Estate Market Update. I’m committed to keeping you informed about local housing trends and opportunities. Contact me anytime for expert guidance on your real estate goals in Snohomish County.
Amy (Wagner) Bounds, Realtor – Prime Listings Group
amy@primelistingsgroup.com
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