Is Hamilton, WA 98255 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Hamilton is a seller’s market. With about 3.2 months of supply and 100% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Hamilton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Hamilton, WA 98255 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 23 days and there were 3.2 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 1 sale, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Within Skagit County, homes here sell faster than in 50% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 90%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at La Conner 98257 (0% sold over asking) or Bow 98232 (14% sold over asking).
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Questions about Hamilton real estate
Is Hamilton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 3.2 months of supply in Hamilton, WA 98255 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Hamilton?
The typical home went under contract in 23 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Hamilton sell over asking?
100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.1% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Hamilton?
About 0.79% of a home’s value a year in Skagit County, or roughly $3,160 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Hamilton?
The median sale price was $355,158 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $288 per square foot.
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