The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98020 sells for about $1,250,000, or $667 per square foot.
Prices are up +34.84% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 10 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,978 a month.
ZIP 98020 — Edmonds
The 98020 housing market remains highly competitive with significant year-over-year price appreciation, driven by limited inventory and strong demand for coastal living. While sales volume has fluctuated, the market maintains a tight supply, keeping upward pressure on prices. Buyers are facing a fast-paced environment, though the rate of price growth is beginning to stabilize compared to previous quarters.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families, professionals commuting to Seattle or Everett, and downsizers seeking a walkable, coastal lifestyle with high-quality amenities.
Median prices moved up 34.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 10 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
19% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.0% · poverty 3.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 98020, Snohomish County WA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in Edmonds are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue. The area is considered safe relative to larger urban centers in Snohomish County.
Schools serving the area are part of the Edmonds School District, which is generally well-regarded for its academic performance and diverse extracurricular offerings.
The area faces moderate risks from seismic activity typical of the Pacific Northwest and localized flooding in low-lying coastal zones. Property insurance premiums are influenced by these regional hazard profiles.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Seattle-Everett employment corridor and ongoing waterfront redevelopment projects. Infrastructure improvements focus on transit connectivity and downtown revitalization.
Property taxes are assessed by Snohomish County based on market value, with rates determined by local levies, school district bonds, and state requirements. There are no state income taxes, but local special districts for fire and emergency services apply.
Residents benefit from access to the Sounder commuter rail and proximity to I-5, providing direct transit and driving routes to major employment hubs in Seattle and Everett.
The area features extensive waterfront access at Edmonds Underwater Park and Brackett's Landing, alongside numerous community parks, trails, and a vibrant downtown shopping and dining district.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the area's desirability and limited new supply. Short-term rentals are regulated by city ordinances.
The local economy is anchored by healthcare, education, and professional services, with significant employment spillover from the nearby aerospace and tech sectors in Everett and Seattle.
The area is served by the Edmonds Ferry Terminal, Sounder commuter rail, and Community Transit bus lines, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on high-density residential and mixed-use projects near the downtown core and transit hubs.
The Snohomish County Assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to levies from the Edmonds School District, Snohomish County, and various local fire and utility districts.
Property insurance costs are rising due to regional wildfire and seismic risk assessments, though the area remains generally insurable.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 98020 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- K1 Speed Redmond4.216.4 mi
- GameWorks Seattle4.113.4 mi
- T-Mobile Park4.714.8 mi
- Climate Pledge Arena4.512.6 mi
- Lumen Field4.614.6 mi
- Paramount Theatre4.713.3 mi
- Seattle Convention Center | Arch4.413.4 mi
- Space Needle4.612.7 mi
- Woodland Park Zoo4.69.4 mi
- Gas Works Park4.711.1 mi
- Kerry Park4.812.1 mi
- Golden Gardens Park4.77.9 mi
- Pike Place Market4.613.5 mi
- Gas Works Park4.711.1 mi
- Chihuly Garden and Glass4.712.7 mi
- Museum of Pop Culture4.512.7 mi
- Seattle Center4.612.7 mi
- Gas Works Park4.711.1 mi
- Kerry Park4.812.1 mi
- Golden Gardens Park4.77.9 mi
- Discovery Park4.810.1 mi
- Warren G. Magnuson Park4.710.2 mi
- Pier 664.513.3 mi
- Shilshole Bay Marina4.68.4 mi
- Fishermen's Terminal4.610.3 mi
- Elliott Bay Marina Inc4.612 mi
- Seattle Yacht Club4.611.4 mi
- Interbay Golf Center4.511.1 mi
- Jackson Park Golf Course4.15.9 mi
- Nile Shrine Golf Course4.42.8 mi
- Harbour Pointe Golf Club3.96.7 mi
- Walter Hall Golf Course4.29.7 mi
- Alderwood4.45.1 mi
- University Village4.610.4 mi
- The District at Northgate47.1 mi
- WinCo Foods4.51.9 mi
- Fred Meyer4.110 mi
- Paine Field4.78.4 mi
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Parking Garage3.425.1 mi
- King County International Airport - Boeing Field4.518.7 mi
- Kenmore Air - Lake Union4.612.2 mi
- Kenmore Air - Lake Washington4.56.3 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A premier marine preserve popular with scuba divers.
A scenic waterfront park with beach access and views of the Olympic Mountains.
A regional hub for performing arts and cultural events.
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