The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98292 sells for about $683,375, or $307 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
ZIP 98292 — Stanwood
The Stanwood housing market remains stable with steady demand from commuters seeking suburban living. Prices have seen modest year-over-year growth, supported by limited inventory and consistent interest from family buyers.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who prioritize a quieter, semi-rural environment while maintaining access to the Everett employment core.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 6.5% — 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 7.2%/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 5.9%/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 98292, Snohomish County WA
Stanwood generally experiences lower crime rates compared to the broader Everett and Snohomish County urban centers, with property crime being the primary concern.
The area is served by the Stanwood-Camano School District, which is generally regarded as providing stable, community-focused public education.
The geography faces moderate risks related to flood zones near the Stillaguamish River delta and potential windstorm impacts common to the Puget Sound region.
Economic momentum is driven by its role as a bedroom community for the Everett and Seattle employment hubs, with steady residential development in suburban-style subdivisions.
Property taxes are assessed by Snohomish and Skagit counties based on local millage rates that include school district levies and county-wide services.
Commuters primarily rely on I-5 for access to major employment centers in Everett and the greater Seattle area, with travel times often exceeding 45-60 minutes during peak hours.
The area features significant access to the Stillaguamish River, Port Susan, and various local parks like Church Creek Park, offering extensive outdoor and water-based recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and limited inventory, with rents trending upward due to the area's desirability for commuters seeking a semi-rural lifestyle.
The local economy is largely service-oriented, with many residents commuting to major aerospace and manufacturing employers in Everett and Snohomish County.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicles via I-5 and SR 532, with limited public transit options connecting to the Everett transit hub.
Development is focused on managed residential growth and infrastructure improvements to support the increasing commuter population.
The Snohomish County Assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and physical inspections.
Parcels are subject to Stanwood-Camano School District levies and various local fire and utility district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire risk and flood zone designations near the river delta.
The state continues to see net positive domestic migration, driven by the regional tech and aerospace sectors.
Washington is a non-judicial foreclosure state, providing a structured process for lenders and borrowers.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZCTA-level ACS tables.
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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- Chuck E. Cheese3.917.3 mi
- Escape Everett517.2 mi
- Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Headquarters4.514.3 mi
- Angel of the Winds Arena4.417 mi
- Quil Ceda Creek Casino412.7 mi
- Swinomish Casino & Lodge4.119.2 mi
- Christianson's Nursery4.815.2 mi
- Quil Ceda Creek Casino412.7 mi
- Regal Marysville4.111.4 mi
- Camano Island State Park4.79.7 mi
- Kayak Point Regional County Park4.65.6 mi
- The Outback Kangaroo Farm4.510.7 mi
- Imagine Children's Museum4.717 mi
- Funko HQ4.716.9 mi
- Fort Casey Historical State Park4.816.5 mi
- Price Sculpture Forest4.815 mi
- Mukilteo Lighthouse4.718.1 mi
- Camano Island State Park4.79.7 mi
- Kayak Point Regional County Park4.65.6 mi
- The Outback Kangaroo Farm4.510.7 mi
- Wenberg County Park4.45.5 mi
- River Meadows County Park4.611.4 mi
- Everett Marina4.615.4 mi
- Port of Everett4.515.4 mi
- Dagmars Marina4.515.4 mi
- La Conner Marina4.615.1 mi
- Coupeville Wharf4.716.7 mi
- Battle Creek Golf Course4.411.9 mi
- Cedarcrest Golf Course4.313 mi
- Gleneagle Golf Course4.19.9 mi
- Kayak Point Disc Golf Resort4.65.1 mi
- Camaloch Association4.16.9 mi
- Seattle Premium Outlets4.410.3 mi
- WinCo Foods4.510.2 mi
- Fred Meyer4.111.3 mi
- Snow Goose Produce4.710.8 mi
- Safeway412.4 mi
- Paine Field4.721 mi
- Alaska Airlines - Everett4.821 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A popular local park featuring trails and green space.
Provides significant recreational access for boating and fishing.
Hosts community events and the annual county fair.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 13.9% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $588,609 (-13.9% vs the prior refresh cycle) failed independent re-validation and was reverted to the prior cycle value; the case is under review in the Command Center.