Redmond, WA
Housing Market Screening
City-level home-price and one-bedroom-rent references with transparent methodology and limitations.
City-level screening
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Not cap rate, ROI, valuation or buy-versus-rent advice. City fields may reflect different source years.
Housing Screening Context
Redmond has a computed screening multiple of 60.4x and a gross annual 1BR-rent reference of 1.7%.
These values compare separate city-level fields, not one matched property. They exclude financing, taxes, insurance, maintenance, vacancy, transaction costs and tenure horizon.
Recorded year-over-year price change: -0.8%. Source period and forecast assumptions should be reviewed before scenario use.
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Price Forecast 2026–2028
🔮 Redmond Price Forecast 2026–2028
For those tracking the Redmond housing market forecast through 2028, the data paints a picture of a market that is cooling from its pandemic-era highs but refusing to collapse. With a current median home price of $1,348,207 and a recent YoY price change of -1.6%, we are seeing a necessary correction rather than a crash. The 5-Year Price Change of 46.4% indicates that while prices may dip slightly in the near term, the long-term floor remains incredibly high due to the city’s economic anchors. Will Redmond home prices drop significantly more? Unlikely, given the Market Temperature of 63/100, which suggests stability rather than stagnation, supported by a healthy Days on Market of 39 days.
The affordability crunch is undeniable, highlighted by a Price-to-Rent Ratio of 53.6x, far above the national average of 18x. This extreme gap solidifies the "RENT" verdict for the short term, as the monthly cost of ownership vastly outpaces leasing. However, for Redmond real estate Redmond 2027, the outlook is stabilized by the city’s robust tech economy and the ongoing expansion of the Microsoft campus, which ensures steady demand from high-earning professionals. While high interest rates may cap appreciation, the scarcity of land and strict growth boundaries will keep inventory tight. Ultimately, the Risk Grade of B+ suggests that while immediate returns might be modest, Redmond remains a safe, long-term bet for equity growth.
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Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with qualified professionals. Data sources include Zillow, Census Bureau, and BLS. Cap rates and yields are estimates based on available data.
Last updated: August 2026