What is the median sale price in Rainier Beach?

The current median sale price in the Rainier Beach zip code is $740K ($476 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Rainier Beach run Single-family $550K–$900K, view and updated homes $900K–$1.3M, lakefront $1.5M–$3M+.

How competitive is the Rainier Beach real estate market right now?

Median days-on-market in Rainier Beach is currently 26 days, with 264 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 Rainier Beach?

Seattle Public Schools — multiple elementary options (Emerson, Dunlap, Rainier View) depending on address; South Shore PreK-8 and Rainier Beach High School serve the area. 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.

How do I buy or sell a home in Rainier Beach?

RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Rainier Beach 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.

Rainier Beach real estate.

South Seattle Light Rail-served residential community.

Median sale price: $740K
Days on market: 26
Active listings: 264

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About Rainier Beach

Rainier Beach sits at the south end of Lake Washington, the southernmost neighborhood in Seattle proper. The Rainier Beach Link station has improved connectivity, and the lakefront at Pritchard Beach and Beer Sheva Park provides genuine waterfront access.

Housing is largely mid-century single-family on generous lots, with some view homes on the higher streets and a meaningful share of lakefront properties along the eastern edge. Buyers come for South Seattle pricing combined with Light Rail access and lake proximity.

Median Sale Price

$740K

$476/sqft · 26 days on market

264 active listings · updated May 2026

Schools

Seattle Public Schools — multiple elementary options (Emerson, Dunlap, Rainier View) depending on address; South Shore PreK-8 and Rainier Beach High School serve the area

Commute

Rainier Beach Link station — 20 min to downtown, 15 min to Sea-Tac. 20 min drive to downtown via I-5.

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Active homes for sale in Rainier Beach

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Common questions about Rainier Beach real estate

What is the median sale price in Rainier Beach?: The current median sale price in the Rainier Beach zip code is $740K ($476 per square foot), based on the most recent NWMLS data refreshed May 2026. Typical asking prices in Rainier Beach run Single-family $550K–$900K, view and updated homes $900K–$1.3M, lakefront $1.5M–$3M+.
How competitive is the Rainier Beach real estate market right now?: Median days-on-market in Rainier Beach is currently 26 days, with 264 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 Rainier Beach?: Seattle Public Schools — multiple elementary options (Emerson, Dunlap, Rainier View) depending on address; South Shore PreK-8 and Rainier Beach High School serve the area. 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 Rainier Beach?: Rainier Beach Link station — 20 min to downtown, 15 min to Sea-Tac. 20 min drive to downtown via I-5.
How do I buy or sell a home in Rainier Beach?: RexMont's agents represent buyers and sellers across Rainier Beach 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.

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