Best Time to Buy in Washington
When Washington home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
January
Most Expensive Month
May
Discount Opportunity
-18.6%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8,301 | $546.6K | $312 | -18.6% |
| February | 9,027 | $549.9K | $299 | -18.1% |
| March | 13,703 | $608.5K | $326 | -9.3% |
| April | 18,407 | $663.1K | $361 | -1.2% |
| May | 19,547 | $671.1K | $371 | peak |
| June | 18,421 | $661.1K | $356 | -1.5% |
| July | 15,769 | $614.9K | $332 | -8.4% |
| August | 14,352 | $645.7K | $356 | -3.8% |
| September | 13,712 | $639.6K | $511 | -4.7% |
| October | 12,003 | $599.6K | $325 | -10.6% |
| November | 11,647 | $592.3K | $295 | -11.7% |
| December | 11,744 | $603.5K | $314 | -10.1% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 166,633 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.