The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98378 sells for about $645,132, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 98378
The housing market in 98378 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is supported by local families and commuters, though limited supply continues to constrain sales volume. Market conditions are expected to remain steady in the near term.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a quieter residential environment with access to regional amenities.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 4.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 7.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 98378, Mason County WA
Crime rates in this area are generally reported as lower than the regional average, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving this ZIP are part of the local district and generally maintain average performance ratings compared to state benchmarks.
The area is subject to standard regional wildfire and wind risk protocols; flood risk is minimal in most residential zones.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to regional employment hubs and steady residential development.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level based on fair market value, with standard exemptions available for primary residences.
Residents primarily commute by car to nearby employment centers, with limited public transit options available.
The area features access to local parks, community trails, and proximity to regional water-based recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand, with limited short-term rental inventory.
The local economy is supported by small businesses, regional services, and proximity to larger employment centers in the county.
Transportation is primarily highway-dependent, with major corridors providing access to regional employment hubs.
Development is focused on maintaining residential character while allowing for modest growth in housing stock.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments to determine property values for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-level utility and emergency service assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting moderate hazard exposure in the region.
The state continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by regional economic growth.
The state follows a non-judicial foreclosure process with specific notice requirements for homeowners.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Provides local hiking trails and picnic areas.
Serves the local community with 18-hole facilities.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 34.1% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2024)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $425,000 (34.1% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $425,000 (-34.1% vs the published ten-year series (2024)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.