Bothell Detached Home Market Update | November 7, 2026

Team NSRG | November 7, 2026

Bothell buyers have more homes to compare than they did a year ago. For sellers, that makes the homes competing for the same buyer especially important when setting a price and deciding what to prepare before going on the market.

If you're buying, I'd look closely at the condition, pricing history and terms of each home on your list. There may be room for a concession, but the best approach depends on the property and what the seller is trying to accomplish. If you're selling, give buyers a clear reason to choose your home and leave room in the plan for an honest conversation about price.

A look at this week's activity

Price reductions are a useful place to start that conversation. The latest Market Watch view shows adjustments alongside new activity, so I'd look at the details of a particular listing before drawing a conclusion about what its seller might accept.

October's broader market picture

October brought more available homes than the same month last year, while pending and closed sales were lower. The average sold price also came in below both September and October of last year. That gives us useful context for pricing, though the mix of homes that sold can move an average around.

The median time on market was shorter than in September, even with more supply than a year ago. A well-prepared home can still attract interest. I'd use the citywide figures as a starting point, then compare homes with a similar location, condition and price range.

Rates and average sales prices

The monthly payment still matters. Before getting too attached to an asking price, it can help to talk through how the rate and the terms of an offer fit your budget. The chart keeps national rates and local sold prices on separate scales so each can be read clearly.

Mortgage-rate snapshot for November 6, 2026

A dated national rate snapshot, not a personalized quote or APR. It is a different series from the monthly Freddie Mac/FRED chart.

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What this means for your move

If you're thinking about buying or selling in Bothell, let's look at the homes you'd actually be competing with. From there, we can talk through price, preparation and where there may be room to negotiate.

Contact Jeremy Minor at Team NSRG

A couple of common questions

Does the change in average price tell me what my home is worth?

No. The average describes the homes that closed that month. A more useful starting point for your home is a set of recent, comparable sales, along with the properties a buyer can choose from today.

Can I add up the weekly counts to find the number of homes available?

No. These are status events. A home can appear in more than one category, including First Look and then Active. Available inventory is a separate measure.