Is the King County Housing Market Slowing Down? January 2026 Update

Welcome to the January 2026 real estate market update for King County, WA! In this video, local real estate agent Chris Byler breaks down the latest housing data from December to help you navigate the current market.

We represent a market that has definitely slowed down with noticeable seasonal effects. Watch to learn what the current median sales price of $910,000 looks like in terms of actual inventory—featuring a specific example of a home sold in Renton—and why buyers might have an advantage right now with homes selling well under the asking price.

Key Market Statistics Covered:

• Median Sales Price: $910,000 (Down from $924,000 in November)

• Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 95%

• Average Days on Market: 58 days

• Pending Sales: 870 (A seasonal decrease from November)

• Average Price Per Sq. Ft: $522

• Absorption Rate: 1.7 months (Under two months of inventory)

If you have questions about these numbers or the real estate market in general, I would love to hear from you. Please reach out using the contact information below.

Contact Information:

Chris Byler 📞 206-601-8945

📧 ChrisByler@windermere.com

🌐 www.NorthEndHomes.com