Redmond
Investment Analysis

Redmond, WA
Housing Market Screening

City-level home-price and one-bedroom-rent references with transparent methodology and limitations.

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City-level screening

60.4x

Home price / annualized 1BR rent

Gross annual 1BR-rent reference
1.7%
Recorded YoY field
-0.8%

Not cap rate, ROI, valuation or buy-versus-rent advice. City fields may reflect different source years.

Median Home Price
$1,350,000
Average Rent (1BR)
$1,864/mo
Median Income
$172,979
Population
80,275

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.

Read the transparent methodology or open the Housing Research Hub.

Rental Cash Flow Analysis

Monthly Income

Gross Rent $1,864
Annual Gross $22,368

Est. Monthly Expenses

Property Tax (~1.5%) -$1,688
Insurance (~0.5%) -$563
Maintenance (~1%) -$1,125
Est. Net Cash Flow -$1,511/mo

Price Forecast 2026–2028

🔮 Redmond Price Forecast 20262028

Based on 5-year Zillow ZHVI trend analysis · Statistical projection
📈 Upward Trend
PROJECTEDNOW$1M2027$1M 7.9%2028$2M 11.1%20232025Now
$2M$1M
Current
$1M
2026
Projected
$1M
7.9% by 2027
Projected
$2M
11.1% by 2028
5yr CAGR:+4.7%
Confidence:Low
R²:0.42

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.

Projected Cap Rate (2027)
0.9%
5yr CAGR
+4.7%

Job Market

Unemployment 4.2%
National avg: 3.7%
Job Growth (YoY) +2.0%

Healthcare

80
Score
Excellent

Risk Factors

Declining Prices

Market Activity

Source: Redfin · 2026-05-31
Sale-to-List 97.9%
Months Supply 3.0
Price Drops 41%
Gone in 2 Wks 53%

Market Position

Affordability Average
Safety Average

ROI Projector Model an editable scenario

Adjust the sliders to model different investment scenarios for Redmond.

Total ROI
-188%
on $270,000 invested
Annual ROI
NaN%
compounded
Total Return
-$508,746
appreciation + cashflow
Mo. Cash Flow
-$8,645
year 1 estimate
Equity Growth Over 5 Years
Y1281kY2293kY3305kY4319kY5333k
Appreciation
$0
Cash Flow
-$508,746
Final Equity
$333,290

* Estimates based on 0.0% annual appreciation, 3% rent growth, 5% vacancy. Does not include closing costs, tax benefits, or capital gains tax. For illustrative purposes only.

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Rental Cash-Flow Scenario

Pre-filled for Redmond

Property

Purchase Price$1,350,000
Monthly Rent$1,864
Down Payment20%

Financing

Interest Rate6.5%

Expenses

Property Tax1.2%
Insurance (Annual)$1,500
Maintenance Reserve1%
Vacancy Rate5%
Property Management0%
HOA (Monthly)$0
-$7,656
Modeled Monthly Cash Flow
-$91,866/ year
-34.0%
Cash-on-Cash
-0.7%
Cap Rate

Monthly Breakdown

+ Rental Income$1,864
− Mortgage (P&I)$6,826
− Property Tax$1,350
− Insurance$125
− Maintenance$1,125
− Vacancy Loss$93
= Net Cash Flow-$7,656

Scenario Summary

Down Payment
$270,000
Loan Amount
$1,080,000
Total Monthly Expenses
$9,520
Gross Yield
1.7%

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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