Publish On: Thursday, June 25, 2026
Make Room for Inspection Risk in Seattle, Washington in June 2026
Seattle, WAIf you are buying, I would make room for inspection risk before you get serious about a home. The latest median sold price is $841,000, and with a median price per square foot of $593, the number on the offer has to leave enough breathing room for what comes after.
The latest month closed with 823 sales, and the median living area was 1,480 square feet. That tells me buyers are still comparing not only the price, but also the scale of the home and what that means for long-term comfort.
If the offer leaves no margin, every surprise feels bigger later. That is why I want buyers to think through repairs, financing, and the possibility of small issues before they commit to the home.
Write from strength, not pressure. Set your budget, keep a reserve for the unknown, and choose the home that still feels right after you account for the parts you cannot see on the first visit.
