The story of this market
The typical home in Auburn, Washington sells for about $593,851, or $285 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 30 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
Monthly price momentum
Home values since 2015
-0.2%
WA · past 12 months
Freddie Mac House Price Index, single-family homes, monthly through 2026-08. Each line starts at 100 in January 2015, so a reading of 180 means prices are up 80% since then.
Auburn, Washington
The Auburn housing market shows resilience with steady price appreciation and strong demand from families and commuters. The city's strategic role as a logistics hub continues to drive economic growth and employment stability. While inventory remains tight, the market is supported by consistent population growth and relative affordability compared to neighboring urban centers.
No ARED county foreclosure postings attributed to Auburn yet — the verified ledger covers every county the foreclosure ingest has read, attributed by published city area. Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.
Deterministic aggregate of 3 researched ZIP reports — sales_count-weighted (population fallback); per point, children lacking the value or its weight are excluded. Tax rates, sentiment and context notes are tier-native and never roll.
Median prices moved up 0.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 25 days on market with 3.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
16% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.59% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 8.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
The amenity base that shapes daily life and property demand in this city — what residents actually live with, and what the pipeline is adding.
A major community park featuring sports fields, playgrounds, and picnic areas. It serves as a central hub for local recreation and community events.
A scenic multi-use trail that provides extensive walking and cycling opportunities along the river. It is a key asset for outdoor recreation and regional connectivity.
A municipal golf facility offering accessible play for residents. It contributes to the city's recreational amenity base and property appeal.
A large regional shopping destination that serves as a major retail anchor. It provides significant convenience and economic activity for the area.
Auburn is an ideal fit for families and commuters seeking a balance between affordability and accessibility to the greater Seattle employment core. It attracts young professionals looking for more space than inner-city options provide, as well as investors drawn to the city's robust logistics-driven economy. The community offers a suburban lifestyle with strong regional connectivity.
The Auburn School District serves the city with a diverse range of educational offerings. Schools are characterized by ongoing efforts to improve student outcomes and expand vocational training programs. Performance ratings vary by campus, reflecting the district's broad demographic reach.
The city is served by major highway corridors including SR 167 and SR 18, facilitating regional transit. Public transportation options include Sound Transit commuter rail and local bus services, connecting residents to Seattle and Tacoma. Commute times are influenced by regional traffic patterns typical of the Puget Sound area.
Auburn offers an extensive park system including the popular Game Farm Park and the scenic Green River Trail. Residents have access to diverse recreational amenities, ranging from municipal golf courses to community centers and local sports complexes. The city's proximity to regional trails and waterfront areas provides significant lifestyle value for outdoor enthusiasts.
The rental market in Auburn is characterized by steady demand driven by its affordability relative to Seattle and Bellevue. Vacancy rates remain low, supported by a mix of multi-family developments and single-family rentals. Investors maintain a consistent presence, though short-term rental activity is subject to local municipal oversight.
Auburn's economy is anchored by the logistics, warehousing, and manufacturing sectors, benefiting from its strategic location along major transportation corridors. The city serves as a critical distribution node for the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area. Ongoing development in industrial parks continues to drive job creation and economic stability.
Auburn serves as a major logistics and distribution hub for the Seattle-Tacoma region, anchored by significant industrial and warehouse developments. Infrastructure investment is focused on improving transit connectivity and supporting the city's expanding commercial corridors. Economic momentum is driven by its strategic location between major employment centers.
Development planning is focused on the revitalization of the downtown core and the expansion of mixed-use residential projects. Infrastructure projects are prioritized to support population growth and improve traffic flow in high-density areas. The city actively manages land use to balance industrial needs with residential development.
Parcels in Auburn are subject to various special districts, including fire protection, utility, and school districts. These districts provide essential services and are funded through local property tax levies. Residents should verify specific district assignments for individual properties.
Auburn experiences crime rates consistent with regional suburban averages in the Puget Sound area. Local law enforcement focuses on community-oriented policing to address property crime trends. Residents generally report feeling safe in established residential neighborhoods.
The city faces standard Pacific Northwest climate risks, including seasonal heavy rainfall and potential for localized flooding near the Green River. Wildfire risk is generally low, though regional air quality can be impacted by summer wildfire seasons. Insurance markets remain stable but are sensitive to regional seismic and flood-zone mapping.
Property insurance markets in Auburn are stable, reflecting the city's moderate risk profile. Premiums are influenced by regional factors such as flood zone designations and seismic activity. Homeowners are encouraged to maintain adequate coverage for standard Pacific Northwest hazards.
Property taxes in Auburn are levied by King County based on assessed valuations, with additional local levies for schools and municipal services. The city does not impose a local income tax, relying instead on property and sales tax revenue. Special districts, including fire and utility districts, contribute to the total effective tax rate on residential parcels.
Researched annual trajectory for this city, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this city's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Data retrieved from U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts and ESRI community profiles.
The federal school roster could not be retrieved on the last refresh — no list is shown rather than an unverified one. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.