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Is Ritzville, WA 99169 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Ritzville is a buyer’s market. With about 7.8 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply7.8Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list0%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list100.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market86Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$103▼ −10.8% vs. last year

The Ritzville housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Ritzville, WA 99169 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 86 days and there were 7.8 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking was about the same (0% then), homes sold more slowly (44 days then) and the median sale price fell 14% to $245,264. Overall, Ritzville is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.

Nearby, Washtucna 99371 (100% sold over asking) and Othello 99344 (20% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

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Nearby markets

Lind 99341Buyer’s market $93 /sq ftOthello 99344Buyer’s market $234 /sq ftWashtucna 99371Buyer’s market $163 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Ritzville real estate

Is Ritzville a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 7.8 months of supply in Ritzville, WA 99169 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 Ritzville?

The typical home went under contract in 86 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Ritzville sell over asking?

0% 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 Ritzville?

About 0.79% of a home’s value a year in Adams County, or roughly $3,160 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Ritzville?

The median sale price was $245,264 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $103 per square foot.

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