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Seattle vs Portland
Housing Market Comparison 2026
Seattle, WA
$785K
Seller's Market 42 days on market
Portland, OR
$500K
Seller's Market 42 days on market
Housing Market Comparison 2026
$785K
$500K
$285K
Portland is more affordable than Seattle
That's a 36.3% difference
| Metric | Seattle | Portland |
|---|---|---|
| Median Sale Price Lower price is better for buyers | $785K | $500K ✓ |
| Price Change (YoY) Higher = appreciation, Lower = value opportunity | -1.3% | +3.1% |
| Days on Market Faster = seller market, Slower = buyer opportunity | 42 days | 42 days |
| Active Inventory More inventory = more buyer options | 1,106 | 1,441 ✓ |
| Months of Supply <3 mo = seller market, >6 mo = buyer market | 1.9 | 2.5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio Below 100% = buyers getting discounts | 98.7% | 98.2% ✓ |
| Market Type | Seller's Market | Seller's Market |
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Deciding between Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon? Both cities offer unique advantages for homebuyers. Seattle has a median home price of $785K while Portland comes in at $500K—a difference of $285K.
Seattle is currently a seller's market with 1.9 months of housing inventory. Homes typically sell in 42 days. Meanwhile, Portland is a seller's market with 2.5 months of inventory and a 42-day average time on market.
Both markets are competitive. Working with an experienced local agent can help you navigate either market successfully.
Connect with experienced local agents in both cities to get personalized market insights.