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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Key Center real estate market, updated for April 2026. *
Year-over-year, Key Center’s housing numbers show prices easing even as supply has grown. Typical home values are down about 5.62% to $613,500, while inventory has risen roughly 25%, signaling more options but at softer price levels than a year ago.
In February 2026, the median list price sat at $692,500 and homes took a median of 53 days to go under contract, even though days on market are up about 165% compared with last year. With only 10 homes for sale, 2 new listings, and 2 pending sales, this small, neutral market is seeing about 30% of listings cut prices, yet roughly half of homes still sell above asking with an average sale-to-list ratio just over 1.00.
Looking just ahead, projections for March 2026 point to a typical home value around $602,750 and a median list price closer to $613,750, with inventory edging down to about 9 homes. Compared with Pierce County overall, where typical values are about $588,975 and projected to rise to $608,462, Key Center sits slightly higher in price but on a softer trajectory. With months of supply near 2.5 and a market gauge reading of 50, conditions lean balanced between buyers and sellers. In this kind of neutral environment, both buyers and sellers can benefit from Agent Pronto’s help connecting them with an experienced local agent.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Key Center offers residents a welcoming small-town atmosphere, a strong sense of community, and easy access to parks, outdoor recreation, and convenient local shops and services.
Key Center is a small peninsula community offering a relaxed lifestyle with practical access to larger hubs like Gig Harbor and Tacoma. Many residents appreciate the balance of wooded neighborhoods, open space, and nearby shoreline while still being within commuting distance of Pierce County employment centers.
Daily life here is shaped by the outdoors and local convenience. Nearby waterfront areas and regional parks, such as Penrose Point State Park, provide swimming, boating, and walking trails. Families often connect through schools in the Peninsula School District, including Vaughn Elementary and Peninsula High School, while the Key Center Library serves as a community hub with programs for all ages.
Shopping and everyday services cluster near the crossroads of town, with more extensive dining and retail choices a short drive away in Port Orchard and Bremerton. For medical needs and specialized services, residents typically look to St. Anthony Hospital in Gig Harbor.
Whether you are weighing a move to Key Center or considering selling, the local mix of rural character and practical amenities can be hard to evaluate from listings alone. A real estate agent who understands back-road commute routes, school boundaries, and micro-market trends can streamline decisions and reduce stress. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right local expert to guide each step.
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“Tanner was exactly what anyone should look for in an Agent. Timely, responsive, knowledgeable and most importantly honest. He will never guide homebuyers in the wrong direction. He cares about his clients, and his actions always show it. 10/10 would recommend Tanner to anyone and everyone”
“Professional, affable and dependable, Lian was a pleasure to work with.”
“Tate was so helpful and patient. He explained my transaction thoroughly. I would definitely ask for him if I needed help selling or buying property again.”
“Edward was great at communication and staying on top of things to ensure quick and smooth transaction. I would highly recommend him if you are looking for an honest, trustworthy and experienced real estate agent.”
“Abbey listened attentively to what my priorities were as a seller, while giving realistic feedback and helpful suggestions to fit my unique scenario. I was very satisfied with her level of patience and professionalism. Going forward, I will highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a realtor- she did fantastic!”
“Patrick was always looking outf or us,through the maketing and sale also with what we could do to improve the chances of a quick sale. Would recommend his services to anyone selling or buying. Thank you Patrick.”
“We just celebrated our first month since closing on our condo in Point Ruston, WA. Nikki was instrumental and amazing to work with throughout the entire purchase process - and somehow made the whole experience smooth and seamless. She was quick to respond to our many emails/texts and always answered our calls. Additionally, she made it a priority to give us frequent updates while working through the underwriting process and really worked hard to get us answers quickly to the many questions we had as they came up. I highly recommend Nikki for anyone wanting to work with a realtor who is professional, clearly cares about representing her clients, and will go above and beyond to help them through the entire home buying process.”
“Kristen Johnson was beyond knowledgable concerning the sale of my property. Always available and easy to communicate with. Always willing to assist with anything that came up during the process. I would strongly recommend her to any friends looking to buy or sell a property in our areas. And ifthe need arises she would be the first one I would call.”
“Going into first time home buying you are invetiably going to hear from others who have had poor experiences, felt swindled, or never had a full grasp on the process. I of course had my reservations and weariness going into everything. Jim turned all of those things around within a matter of a few meetings/viewings. What I appreciated most is that he allowed me to set the tone of the process. I was trying to see as many places as I could as quick as possibly outside of working full time. I was in somewhat of a time crunch with a lease coming up soon. He was always available and was never pushy or felt false. Another thing I really appreciated was that he was also available after everything was said and done. I still had some questions about a handful of things and he would call me right away to provide advice. Highly recommend regardless of your stage in the process or timeline.”
“Joe was everything we needed! Couldnt have asked for a better broker!! Can't say one tiny bad thing! Everything was perfect!!”
“As first-time home buyers, Andrey made sure we were well taken care of. He was very informative and communicative through every step of the way and continues to be. We will definitely use Andrey in our journeys to come! Highly recommend.”
“Tanya was exceedingly helpful and kind and patient. She was very efficient, and on time. She was able to help me with everything I asked.”
“Excellent, the entire team was helpful.”
“Nikki was amazing! Very detailed and dedicated to assisting us with our home buying. Couldn't have asked for a better person to work with! Her customer service was outstanding. Truly felt taken cared of and valued. Nikki displayed phenomenal customer service. We are blessed to have been given the opportunity to work with her. Definitely will work with her again during our next home buying experience!”
“Very professional and efficient in presentation and marketing from start to finish.”
“Mark was an excellent realtor! Professional, courteous and hands on! He went above and beyond to sell my house!!”
“Mrs. Coutu was very thorough and knowledgeable on the latest real estate market...fought hard and was able to get the best deal for everyone involved on both sides of the home sale. I would definitely use or recommend Lara again in the future for realtor needs in the Pacific Northwest. Thank you for such a professional yet personal touch to the selling of my home. Her work was excellent with class, very refreshing and all satisfied here. Keep up the great work! ”
“Jorge and Kelsey were fantastic, supportive, and very patient with me through this process. They helped solve the "hiccups" that came up during the sales process and were very proactive in their solutions. I recommend this team highly!”
“Constantly kept me informed, answered questions, made helpful recommendations, assisted me with problems when I was not able to be there, and made adjustments to help me close. Highly recommend Agent Pronto and Rebecca Del Pozo! ”
“Celeste did a wonderful job in this transaction to WIN the deal. There were 10+ buyers on this property -- and we WON the deal. Celeste is the Best !”
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Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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