Steady Inventory, Stronger Demand: What This Means for Your Next Move. Eastside Update 2-4-26

🏡 Steady Inventory, Stronger Demand: What This Means for Your Next Move Seattle's Eastside Real Estate Update 02-04-26 Hosted by Tony Meier, Windermere Real Estate ⭐ 37 years experience | 779 closed Eastside sales This week’s Eastside data is a good example of why you want a clear plan, not just a gut feeling. Inventory held steady, buyer activity improved, and pricing continues to reflect a market that rewards preparation and smart decision-making. If you are considering a move in 2026, the advantage goes to those who understand what the numbers mean and how to act on them. Here is what happened this week across Seattle’s Eastside. 📉 Interest Rates Rates are down 0.85% compared to a year ago, now at 6.20%. Lower rates continue to bring buyers back into the market, but the most successful buyers are still the ones who move with structure and discipline. 🏘 Active Listings Active listings are steady from last week and up 58% year over year. Buyers have more choices than last winter, but not all listings compete equally. Homes that show well, feel move in ready, and are priced precisely continue to earn the strongest response. ✍️ Pending Sales Pending sales are up 4% from last week and up 20% from a year ago. That combination matters. Even with more inventory than last year, buyer demand is building, which can tighten conditions quickly in the most desirable neighborhoods. ⏳ Months of Inventory Months of Inventory is 1.47, down slightly from 1.53 last week, and up 31% year over year. This is still a market where strategy matters. It is not a runaway seller market, and it is not a slow buyer market. It is a market that rewards accuracy, timing, and strong execution. 💰 Closed Sales Price The rolling 30 day median sold price is $1,440,000, down 2% from last week and down 20% year over year. This reinforces what we are seeing in real time: buyers are paying for condition, location, and value, while homes that miss the mark on pricing or presentation are facing more resistance. ✨ For Sellers With inventory elevated year over year and buyer demand improving, the best results are going to sellers who lead with preparation and precision. When your home is positioned correctly, you can still create urgency and protect your bottom line, even in a market where buyers have options. 💼 For Buyers Rates are meaningfully lower than last year and activity is rising. That is often the mix that brings competition back quickly. If you want leverage, the key is being ready early, moving decisively on the right home, and using smart offer strategy to win without overreaching. 📌 Communities Covered Bellevue | Redmond | Kirkland | Woodinville | Sammamish | Issaquah | Bothell | Lake Washington | Lake Sammamish 💼 Expertise In ✔ Eastside luxury listings ✔ Strategic market positioning ✔ Pricing and negotiation mastery ✔ Buy and sell coordination ✔ Real-time data insights 🔑 Trusted Guidance for a Moving Market Real estate is more than numbers. It is timing, strategy, and having an experienced advocate who knows how to adjust when conditions change week to week. With 779 successful Eastside sales, I help clients move forward with clarity, confidence, and a plan that supports long-term results. If you have any questions while navigating your real estate journey, we're here to help! Tony Meier & Team - Windermere 🏡 If you need assistance or know someone who does, give us a call at 425-466-1000! 📞 Connect with us online at: Web: 🌐 http://www.eastsidehomes.com Facebook: 👍 https://www.facebook.com/tmeier Instagram: 📸 https://www.instagram.com/tonymeier.windermere LinkedIn: 🌟 https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonymeier/ Our mission: With 36 years of real estate expertise, we empower you to make confident decisions. We handle every detail as if you were family—offering personalized guidance, skilled negotiation, and unwavering support. From the first conversation to long after closing, you can count on us for professionalism, insight, and results. If we can help you or your referrals, call today!