Is Cosmopolis, WA 98537 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Cosmopolis is a balanced market. With about 4.3 months of supply, well-priced homes can still draw more than one offer, but buyers have some room to negotiate.
The Cosmopolis housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 17% of homes in Cosmopolis, WA 98537 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 42 days and there were 4.3 months of supply. Four to six months of supply is a balanced market, where pricing and condition decide how much room there is to negotiate. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 40%, homes sold more slowly (21 days then) and the median sale price rose 21% to $432,498. Overall, Cosmopolis is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Grays Harbor County, homes here sell more slowly than in 80% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 80%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Pacific Beach 98571 (0% sold over asking) or Copalis Beach 98535 (0% sold over asking), while Montesano 98563 (58% sold over asking) and Oakville 98568 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Cosmopolis real estate
Is Cosmopolis a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A balanced market: there were 4.3 months of supply in Cosmopolis, WA 98537 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 Cosmopolis?
The typical home went under contract in 42 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Cosmopolis sell over asking?
17% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 93.7% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Cosmopolis?
About 0.80% of a home’s value a year in Grays Harbor County, or roughly $3,200 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Cosmopolis?
The median sale price was $432,498 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $204 per square foot.
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