
Downtown Seattle real estate.
The urban core — high-rises, retail, the waterfront, and Light Rail.
- Median sale price
- $650K
- Days on market
- 50
- Active listings
- 167
Live NWMLS data · zip 98101 · May 2026

About Downtown Seattle
Downtown Seattle covers the dense urban core from Pike Place Market and the waterfront east to I-5 and Capitol Hill — a mix of retail, office, hospitality, and an increasingly significant residential high-rise inventory. The recently reopened waterfront has transformed the western edge into a true public space.
Condo buyers are typically professionals, executives, and second-home owners who want walk-everywhere access to restaurants, the arts, and major employers. High-floor units with Elliott Bay or skyline views consistently command premiums.
Median Sale Price
$650K
$790/sqft · 50 days on market
167 active listings · updated May 2026
Schools
Seattle Public Schools; Lowell or Hay Elementary, Meany Middle School, Garfield High School
Commute
Multiple Link stations (Westlake, University Street, Pioneer Square). Walk to most downtown employers. Light Rail to Sea-Tac in 35 min.
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Live NWMLS listings in Downtown Seattle (zip 98101), refreshed hourly.
ActiveNew today$2,300
MLS# 25317561808 Minor Ave #1503
Seattle, WA 98101
1 bd1 baListing courtesy of Lori Gill & Assoc. Prop Mgmt
ActiveNew today$6,400,000
MLS# 253135299 Union Street #1102
Seattle, WA 98101
2 bd1.5 baListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Active2 days on market$5,950,000
MLS# 25207931521 2nd Avenue #ph3800
Seattle, WA 98101
2 bd2.5 baListing courtesy of Windermere West Metro
ActiveNew today$699,000
MLS# 25278951500 4th Avenue #804
Seattle, WA 98101
2 bd2 baListing courtesy of COMPASS
Active2 days on market$399,950
MLS# 25290691420 Terry Avenue #304
Seattle, WA 98101
1 bd1 baListing courtesy of Windermere Real Estate Co.
Active2 days on market$699,000
MLS# 2529188819 Virginia Street #2704
Seattle, WA 98101
2 bd2 baListing courtesy of Windermere RE/Capitol Hill,Inc
Listing data courtesy of NWMLS. Provided for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use.
Common questions about Downtown Seattle real estate
- What is the median sale price in Downtown Seattle?
- The current median sale price in the Downtown Seattle zip code is $650K ($790 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Downtown Seattle run Studios $400K–$650K, one-bedroom $500K–$900K, two-bedroom $750K–$1.8M, luxury high-floor $2M–$8M+.
- How competitive is the Downtown Seattle real estate market right now?
- Median days-on-market in Downtown Seattle is currently 50 days, with 167 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 Downtown Seattle?
- Seattle Public Schools; Lowell or Hay Elementary, Meany Middle School, Garfield 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 Downtown Seattle?
- Multiple Link stations (Westlake, University Street, Pioneer Square). Walk to most downtown employers. Light Rail to Sea-Tac in 35 min.
- How do I buy or sell a home in Downtown Seattle?
- RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Downtown Seattle and the broader Seattle 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.
Nearby Seattle neighborhoods
Considering Downtown Seattle? Buyers commonly compare it against these adjacent Seattle neighborhoods.
Belltown
Downtown high-rises, condos, restaurants, and waterfront access.
Denny Triangle
Downtown Seattle's tech hub between South Lake Union and Belltown.
First Hill
Hospital district just east of downtown — condos, walkability, Light Rail.
Pioneer Square
Seattle's historic core — brick buildings, art galleries, and the waterfront.
International District
Historic Asian-American neighborhood south of downtown.