Cheapest Cities in Washington 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Washington

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Dixie	$44K	28 days	—	N/A
2	Hatton	$50K	days	—	N/A
3	LaCrosse	$57K	15 days	9.0 mo	N/A
4	Buena	$70K	43 days	1.0 mo	N/A
5	St. John	$70K	29 days	2.0 mo	N/A
6	Wapato	$80K	62 days	—	N/A
7	Malden	$89K	12 days	—	N/A
8	Marcus	$95K	61 days	3.0 mo	N/A
9	Hamilton	$110K	days	—	N/A
10	Northport	$125K	85 days	1.0 mo	N/A
11	Oakesdale	$128K	26 days	1.0 mo	N/A
12	Schwana	$128K	days	—	N/A
13	Tekoa	$130K	29 days	5.5 mo	N/A
14	Farmington	$137K	days	—	N/A
15	Addy	$145K	181 days	—	N/A
16	Lamont	$145K	107 days	—	N/A
17	Mesa	$150K	6 days	—	N/A
18	Soap Lake	$150K	9 days	3.0 mo	N/A
19	Tulalip Bay	$160K	41 days	2.0 mo	N/A
20	Lind	$163K	146 days	1.5 mo	N/A
21	Harrah	$170K	7 days	—	N/A
22	Ryderwood	$170K	75 days	5.0 mo	N/A
23	Taholah	$170K	34 days	—	N/A
24	White Swan	$170K	35 days	1.0 mo	N/A
25	Washtucna	$184K	11 days	—	N/A
26	Valley	$185K	7 days	2.0 mo	N/A
27	Grand Coulee	$191K	41 days	7.0 mo	N/A
28	Endicott	$195K	66 days	3.0 mo	N/A
29	Ocean City	$197K	192 days	4.0 mo	N/A
30	Albion	$197K	13 days	—	N/A
31	Neilton	$199K	33 days	—	N/A
32	Kahlotus	$200K	263 days	1.0 mo	N/A
33	Krupp (Marlin)	$202K	84 days	—	N/A
34	Ritzville	$210K	258 days	5.5 mo	N/A
35	Forks	$211K	193 days	1.0 mo	N/A
36	Tampico	$211K	days	—	N/A
37	Oyehut	$212K	59 days	1.0 mo	N/A
38	Grayland	$222K	48 days	10.0 mo	N/A
39	Bridgeport	$228K	13 days	1.0 mo	N/A
40	Aberdeen	$229K	71 days	5.6 mo	-16.5%
41	Clayton	$229K	30 days	1.0 mo	N/A
42	Donald	$230K	16 days	—	N/A
43	Malone	$230K	196 days	4.0 mo	N/A
44	Mansfield	$231K	157 days	0.5 mo	N/A
45	Beverly	$237K	196 days	—	N/A
46	Hoquiam	$240K	53 days	5.6 mo	+4.2%
47	Toppenish	$243K	82 days	3.0 mo	N/A
48	Parker	$248K	3 days	—	N/A
49	Kettle Falls	$260K	151 days	3.0 mo	N/A
50	Ketron Island	$263K	318 days	—	N/A
51	Moses Lake North	$265K	94 days	10.0 mo	N/A
52	Navy Yard City	$265K	20 days	1.3 mo	N/A
53	Steptoe	$269K	6 days	—	N/A
54	Naches	$270K	62 days	3.0 mo	N/A
55	Santiago	$270K	6 days	—	N/A
56	Waverly	$270K	4 days	—	N/A
57	Springdale	$271K	46 days	1.0 mo	N/A
58	Skokomish	$272K	65 days	—	N/A
59	Pe Ell	$273K	20 days	2.0 mo	N/A
60	Acme	$275K	6 days	—	N/A
61	Basin City	$275K	49 days	—	N/A
62	Royal City	$275K	116 days	6.0 mo	N/A
63	Vader	$279K	42 days	3.0 mo	N/A
64	Clarkston	$280K	48 days	2.1 mo	N/A
65	Asotin	$285K	74 days	13.0 mo	N/A
66	Mabton	$285K	59 days	2.0 mo	N/A
67	Rosalia	$285K	114 days	0.3 mo	N/A
68	Coulee City	$286K	97 days	0.5 mo	N/A
69	Warden	$286K	28 days	1.7 mo	N/A
70	Electric City	$287K	142 days	2.0 mo	N/A
71	Clallam Bay	$292K	50 days	1.0 mo	N/A
72	Union Gap	$295K	6 days	1.3 mo	N/A
73	Humptulips	$295K	100 days	—	N/A
74	Tenino	$304K	8 days	1.5 mo	N/A
75	Spangle	$304K	4 days	2.0 mo	N/A
76	Sekiu	$305K	6 days	—	N/A
77	Mossyrock	$306K	86 days	3.0 mo	N/A
78	Concrete	$310K	110 days	6.0 mo	N/A
79	South Wenatchee	$310K	240 days	1.0 mo	N/A
80	Prescott	$314K	38 days	3.0 mo	N/A
81	Medical Lake	$316K	27 days	13.0 mo	N/A
82	Bucoda	$318K	25 days	3.0 mo	N/A
83	Chewelah	$318K	56 days	4.0 mo	N/A
84	Outlook	$319K	329 days	—	N/A
85	Selah	$320K	44 days	3.0 mo	N/A
86	Granger	$325K	33 days	1.5 mo	N/A
87	Sunnyside	$325K	85 days	4.0 mo	N/A
88	Verlot	$325K	40 days	—	N/A
89	Lummi Island	$328K	155 days	3.5 mo	N/A
90	Colville	$329K	69 days	2.8 mo	N/A
91	Colton	$330K	days	1.0 mo	N/A
92	Fords Prairie	$330K	262 days	7.0 mo	N/A
93	Wilson Creek	$330K	37 days	2.0 mo	N/A
94	Kittitas	$334K	6 days	3.0 mo	N/A
95	Fairfield	$335K	154 days	1.0 mo	N/A
96	Wallula	$335K	14 days	—	N/A
97	Roslyn	$340K	67 days	1.7 mo	N/A
98	West Clarkston-Highland	$340K	6 days	14.0 mo	N/A
99	Toledo	$345K	154 days	2.0 mo	N/A
100	Canyon Creek	$346K	86 days	3.5 mo	N/A

Affordable Housing in Washington

Looking for affordable housing in Washington? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Dixie with a median price of $44K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Washington?

The most affordable cities in Washington are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Washington?

Affordable Washington cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Washington cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Washington cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Washington's cheapest cities?

In Washington's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Washington a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Washington cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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