15
Apr
By adrianwillanger
98155, Housing Market, Uncategorized

Lake Forest Park Real Estate Update — April 2026

Lake Forest Park's housing market in early April 2026 continues to show the same healthy rhythm we saw in March: brisk activity, disciplined pricing, and buyers who move fast but still think twice. The fundamentals remain solid — homes are selling quickly, median prices are holding near $$950,000$$, and the pipeline of pending sales suggests spring momentum is building. What's most notable is the consistency. This isn't a market lurching between extremes — it's one where well-prepared sellers and decisive buyers are both finding success. 📊 Key Lake Forest Park Metrics Median Sale Price: $$950,00. Holding steady from March Average…
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01
Apr
By adrianwillanger
Uncategorized

Zip Code 98155 Deep Dive Series — 30-Day Market Signals | Pocket-Level Analysis

Key Metrics Median Sale Price: $747K (Redfin) / $736K (NWMLS) Median List Price: $798,975 Price Per Sq Ft: $460–$475 Active Listings: 103 Avg Days on Market: 46 days Homes Sold (Feb 2026): 44 Sources: Redfin 98155 Housing Market, Zillow 98155 Home Values, Realtor.com 98155 Market Trends Neighborhood Pocket Breakdown The following table summarizes key metrics for the major neighborhoods in 98155. Each pocket has unique dynamics that influence pricing, days on market, and buyer behavior. Neighborhood Median Price $/SqFt DOM Listings Market Feel Horizon View $1,175,000 $565 25 8 Fast-moving, supply-constrained premium Sheridan Beach $979,000 $462 25 11 Lifestyle-driven, strong…
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01
Apr
By adrianwillanger
Uncategorized

Zip Code 98155 Deep Dive Series — 30-Day Market Signals | Pocket-Level Analysis

Reading 98155 Right: Why Zip-Level Averages Miss the Story The last 30 days of closed data — February 2026 — tell a more nuanced story about 98155 than any headline number can capture. With 44 homes closed (Redfin, February 2026) and a median sale price ranging from $736,000 (NWMLS, February 2026) to $747,000 (Redfin) depending on the data source, this zip code is producing real transaction volume. But averages, by definition, flatten the terrain. This report covers the full 98155 sub-area geography: North City, Ridgecrest, Brookside, Sheridan Beach, Horizon View, Ballinger, Briarcrest, and Northend Country Estates. Each of these pockets…
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14
Mar
By adrianwillanger
Uncategorized

How Light Rail Impacts Property Values: A Look at Northgate and Beyond

Station-Area Price Premiums Homes located near light rail stations in Seattle often sell at a premium compared to those farther away. Here are some examples: Neighborhood Median Price Near Station Median Neighborhood Price Price Premium Source Northgate (2016) $493,000 $475,000 $18,000 Seattle Times Capitol Hill $505,000 $470,000 $35,000 Seattle Times Beacon Hill $516,000 $455,000 $61,000 Seattle Times Pioneer Square — — $78,000 Property Managers Seattle Example Talking Point: “Back in 2016, even before Northgate’s light rail opened, buyers were already paying about $18,000 more to live closer to the planned station. This trend mirrors the $35,000–$78,000 premiums seen near other…
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