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Seattle housing market wrestles with crippling affordability concerns

June 13, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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Seattle is known for its expensive housing market, with median home prices soaring to $910,000 according to Altos, up from $649,999 in March 2020. Despite a high median income of $110,744, the city’s price-to-income ratio of 7.4 trails behind coastal cities like Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco. Affordability constraints due to higher interest rates have put a ceiling on price appreciation, making it challenging for many buyers.

The lack of available land for new construction has exacerbated the housing shortage in Seattle. Although recent legislation allowing for accessory dwelling units, duplexes, and fourplexes aims to address this issue, the impact may be limited without strong incentives for property owners to invest in denser housing options.

Real estate agents like David Palmer from Redfin are seeing a trend towards multigenerational living arrangements as a solution to the housing crisis. With more customers looking to build ADUs or purchase multigenerational homes, the market is adapting to meet the changing needs of buyers.

While upzoning efforts may help with affordability, recent tax increases approved by Gov. Bob Ferguson could offset any potential benefits. With $9 billion in additional taxes and higher costs of living, some residents are considering relocating to more tax-friendly states for long-term affordability, especially in retirement.

In addition to local challenges, macroeconomic factors like tariff announcements and fluctuating mortgage rates are impacting the housing market nationwide. The uncertainty surrounding economic conditions has led to cautious consumer behavior, with many buyers and sellers pausing their search for large purchases like homes.

Despite these challenges, real estate professionals like Nick Glant remain optimistic about Seattle’s resilience. While economic uncertainties and global events may affect the market, there is a sense of cautious optimism about the city’s long-term prospects.

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