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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 West Seattle real estate market, updated for April 2026. *
West Seattle’s home values have risen over the past year, up about 5.46% compared to last year. Typical homes are valued around $801,500, a bit below Seattle overall at about $850,000. At the same time, buyers are facing more options, with inventory up 5.23% year over year.
Recent month-to-month shifts show a market that is active but adjusting. In February 2026, the typical home value edged down 0.74% from the prior month while the median list price climbed 3.33% to about $775,000, suggesting sellers are still testing higher price points even as values cool slightly. Homes are taking longer to sell than a year ago, with median days on market up 228% year over year to 41 days, though that’s a small 2.38% improvement from the previous month.
Looking ahead to March 2026, typical values are projected to ease slightly to about $798,500, while the median list price is expected to nudge up to roughly $787,500 and inventory to increase to about 166 homes. Fewer new listings, down 40.86% year over year to 262, and a 33.16% drop in pending sales point to a slower pace even as the market gauge still labels West Seattle a seller’s market. With about 19% of sales closing above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio near 1.00, both buyers and sellers can benefit from an Agent Pronto–recommended agent to navigate pricing, timing, and negotiations.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
West Seattle offers residents a vibrant mix of waterfront access, diverse local dining and shopping, abundant parks and outdoor recreation, and a warm, neighborly community.
West Seattle feels distinct from other parts of the city, with its own laid back pace, strong neighborhood identity, and sweeping views of downtown and the Olympics. The peninsula setting creates a sense of “small town in the city,” yet you are an easy water taxi ride from downtown Seattle.
Residents center much of life around the Alki Beach waterfront, where walking, biking, volleyball, and sunset bonfires draw people from across the city. A few minutes inland, the commercial core at The Junction offers independent shops, year round farmers markets, and a strong buy local culture. Green space is another hallmark, from Lincoln Park with its wooded trails and saltwater pool to neighborhood playgrounds scattered from Admiral to Delridge.
Families often look closely at local schools such as West Seattle High School and neighborhood elementary options. Commuters pay attention to bridge and transit improvements, including routes connecting toward Sodo and Beacon Hill, while many daily needs are met right in North Delridge or Fauntleroy.
With limited inventory and varied housing from historic Craftsman homes to newer townhomes and condos, timing and preparation matter. Whether you are listing a long held property or hoping to secure the right home before summer at Alki, the right local agent can help you read the market, plan ahead, and move confidently. Agent Pronto connects West Seattle buyers and sellers with agents who know how to make that timing work.
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There are more than 2 million real estate agents across the U.S., and you want to be sure the one you partner with is an experienced and trustworthy professional with strong local expertise covering the housing market in and around West Seattle. Working with a proven agent will help you sell your home faster and for more money, and help you find your dream home at the best possible price.
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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