Ephrata Market Update — July 2026

Residential activity in Ephrata (zip code 98823) softened this July compared to a year ago, giving buyers a bit more breathing room than they've had in recent years.

• Median sales price: $329,950, down 9.2% year-over-year

• Closed sales: 10, down 50%

• New listings: 12, down 52%

• Days on market: 123, up 55.7% year-over-year

• Active inventory: 63 homes, up 16.7%

Worth noting: year-to-date median price is still up 2.6% over 2025, so the broader trend remains stable even as this month's figures show more room for buyers to negotiate.

Whether you're buying or selling in Ephrata, timing and strategy matter. Reach out to Jones & Co. RE if you'd like to talk through what these numbers mean for your specific situation.

Source: Northwest MLS, Local Market Update, July 2026.