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Central Issaquah real estate.

The city's commercial and mixed-use core between Olde Town and Lake Sammamish.

Median sale price
$1.14M
Days on market
24

Live NWMLS data · zip 98027 · May 2026

About Central Issaquah

Central Issaquah is the commercial and mixed-use spine of the city — the zone along SE 56th Street and Gilman Boulevard where the city's retail, medical, and service infrastructure concentrates between Olde Town's historic district and the Lake Sammamish waterfront. Residential development here is primarily newer condos, townhomes, and apartments in the mixed-use corridor.

For buyers, Central Issaquah represents the most transit-oriented and walkable option in the city, with I-90 express bus service and proximity to daily services that Issaquah Highlands and suburban neighborhoods require a car to access. The trade-off is a more urban character than the broader Issaquah market's norm.

Median Sale Price

$1.14M

$514/sqft · 24 days on market

218 active listings · updated May 2026

Schools

Issaquah School District; Issaquah Valley Elementary, Pacific Cascade Middle School, Issaquah High School

Commute

5 min to I-90. 20 min to Bellevue. 25 min to Seattle. I-90 express bus service.

Common questions about Central Issaquah real estate

What is the median sale price in Central Issaquah?
The current median sale price in the Central Issaquah zip code is $1.14M ($514 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Central Issaquah run Condos and townhomes $600K–$1.0M, limited single-family $900K–$1.5M.
How competitive is the Central Issaquah real estate market right now?
Median days-on-market in Central Issaquah is currently 24 days, with 218 active listings tracked in this zip code as of May 2026. Buyers generally have time to evaluate properties without same-day pressure, though best-in-class homes still attract competition.
Which schools serve Central Issaquah?
Issaquah School District; Issaquah Valley Elementary, Pacific Cascade Middle School, Issaquah High School. School attendance areas are reviewed annually by the district — verify your exact address at seattleschools.org/admissions before relying on assignments for a purchase decision.
What is the commute like from Central Issaquah?
5 min to I-90. 20 min to Bellevue. 25 min to Seattle. I-90 express bus service.
How do I buy or sell a home in Central Issaquah?
RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Central Issaquah and the broader Issaquah market. For buyers, we provide curated active listings, off-market opportunities, and a tailored offer strategy. For sellers, we prepare an agent-reviewed valuation and a custom listing plan. Reach the team via the contact links on this page.