East Wenatchee Market Update: September 2026 + 14-Month Trends (98802)

Harold Jones

Oct 12

2 min read

The biggest story in East Wenatchee this September is supply. There were 133 homes for sale in 98802 at the end of the month, up 33% from a year ago and the highest count in the 14 months we've been tracking. Prices, meanwhile, are holding steady. Here's what the numbers say and what they mean for you.

September 2026 at a Glance

Homes for sale: 133, up 33.0% from 100 last September
Median sale price: $553,479, up 2.1%
Closed sales: 35, up 20.7%
Days on market: 44, up 22.2%
Months of supply: 4.3, up 30.3%
Pending sales: 24, down 40.0%
Year-to-date median price: $540,000, up 4.1%

The 14-Month Trend: Inventory Keeps Climbing

Active listings in 98802 bottomed out at 61 in February and have risen every month since, reaching 133 in September. Months of supply followed the same path, from a low of 2.0 last winter to 4.3 today. That's still short of a buyer's market (usually 6+ months), but it's the most balanced East Wenatchee has looked in over a year.

Prices haven't buckled under the extra supply. The monthly median has stayed in a $500K–$580K range all year, and the year-to-date median of $540,000 is 4.1% ahead of last year.

What It Means for Buyers

More listings and longer days on market give you room to compare, take your time on inspections, and negotiate. Fall is often a quieter season, so motivated sellers may be more open to terms than they were this spring.

What It Means for Sellers

Values are holding, but you have more competition. Homes that are priced right and show well are still selling; the ones that miss on price are sitting. The 40% drop in pending sales is worth watching, since it may mean fewer closings in October. Accurate pricing from day one matters more now than it has in a while.

Let's Talk About Your Neighborhood

Zip-code averages only tell part of the story. If you're thinking about buying or selling in East Wenatchee, I'll put together a look at what's happening on your street. Call or text Harold L. Jones, Designated Broker, at (509) 679-8974 or email office@jonescompanyre.com.

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Source: Northwest Multiple Listing Service, Local Market Update for 98802 (residential), September 2026, current as of October 1, 2026. Trend figures from Jones & Company monthly tracking of NWMLS reports.