Selling a Home in Kirkland, WA (2026): Prices, Costs

Short answer: Kirkland homes are taking a little longer to sell than a year ago, and fewer sell above asking. Redfin reports a median of 28 days on market for the three months through September 2026 (22 a year earlier), an average sale price of 97.7% of list, 10.9% of homes selling above list, and 36.5% of homes with a price drop. Price from homes that closed and went pending near you, budget for excise tax of about 1.7% at the city median (more above $1,525,000), and expect more competing listings than last year. Written by Odigo Real Estate Club (Peter J Kim & John Kim, REAL Brokerage, WA #112064), with 25+ years combined experience. Data checked October 19, 2026.

What Kirkland sellers are up against: September 2026

Measure	Now	A year earlier or change	Source
Median sale price, City of Kirkland	$1,219,419	down 9.67%	Redfin, 3 months through Sept
Median price per square foot	$623	down 8.1%	Redfin
Median days on market	28	22	Redfin
Average sale-to-list price	97.7%	down 0.8 points	Redfin
Homes sold above list price	10.9%	down 5.7 points	Redfin
Homes with price drops	36.5%	up 3.6 points	Redfin
Active listings, area 560 (houses and condos)	383	304	NWMLS
Pending sales, area 560	77	96	NWMLS
Months of inventory, area 560 houses / condos	3.70 / 4.49	n/a	NWMLS

Sources: Redfin Kirkland housing market page (three-month rolling window, checked October 19, 2026); NWMLS Breakouts, September 2026. Area 560 is named Kirkland/Bridle Trails and does not match city limits.

How long does it take to sell a home in Kirkland in 2026?

Redfin reports a median of 28 days on market in Kirkland for the three months through September 2026, up from 22 days a year earlier. Redfin’s Compete Score card says the average Kirkland home goes pending in around 31 days and sells for about 2% below list, while in-demand homes go pending in around 7 days near list price. Add the escrow period after mutual acceptance, which depends on the buyer’s loan and the terms you agree to.

What price should I list my Kirkland home at?

Start with homes like yours that closed and went pending nearby in the last few months, adjusted for size, condition, lot, view, and parking, and look at the active listings you will compete with. City-wide figures are only a backdrop: Redfin shows a $1,219,419 median and $623 per square foot for the three months through September 2026, both down from a year earlier. With 36.5% of recent listings taking a price drop, an accurate first price matters.

Are Kirkland homes still selling above asking price?

Fewer are. Redfin reports that 10.9% of Kirkland homes sold above list price in the three months through September 2026, down 5.7 points from a year earlier, and the average home sold for 97.7% of list. Redfin’s Compete Score for Kirkland was 68 out of 100 (“somewhat competitive”), with about one offer per home on average. Expect offers above list mainly on homes that are priced and prepared well.

How much competition will my listing have?

More than a year ago. In NWMLS area 560 (Kirkland/Bridle Trails), active listings rose to 383 in September 2026 from 304 a year earlier, while pending sales fell to 77 from 96 and 202 new listings came on in the month. Houses had 3.70 months of inventory and condos 4.49. In area 600 (Juanita/Woodinville), active listings rose to 631 from 465. Check the active listings close to your home, in your price range, before you set the price.

What does it cost to sell a home in Kirkland?

The main costs are the real estate excise tax, the brokerage fee in your listing agreement, title and escrow charges, and any repairs or credits you negotiate. Washington’s state excise tax is 1.10% on the portion up to $525,000, 1.28% from $525,000.01 to $1,525,000, and 2.75% from $1,525,000.01 to $3,025,000. Kirkland adds a 0.50% local rate (Department of Revenue code 1716). On a $1,219,419 sale that is about $14,664 state plus $6,097 local, about $20,761 in total. Brokerage fees are negotiable and set in writing.

Why is the excise tax so much higher on a Kirkland house?

Because part of the price falls in the 2.75% state tier. On a $1,900,000 sale (the September house median in NWMLS area 560), the state portion is about $28,888 and Kirkland’s 0.50% local portion is about $9,500, about $38,388 in total, or 2.02% of the price. The 2.75% rate applies only to the portion between $1,525,000.01 and $3,025,000, not to the whole price.

Will the excise tax change if I sell in 2027?

The thresholds move up slightly. The Department of Revenue says that for sales starting January 1, 2027, the 1.1% state rate applies up to $551,000, 1.28% up to $1,551,000, and 2.75% up to $3,051,000. On a $1,219,419 Kirkland sale, that lowers the state portion from about $14,664 to about $14,617; on a $1,900,000 sale, from about $28,888 to about $28,458. Time a sale for your own reasons, not for this.

Will my buyer need a jumbo loan?

Many Kirkland house buyers will. The Federal Housing Finance Agency set the 2026 one-unit conforming loan limit for King County at $1,063,750, so with 20% down, prices above about $1,329,688 need a jumbo loan. That covers the $1,522,500 and $1,900,000 medians in NWMLS area 560. Ask buyers for a pre-approval that names the loan type, and leave room for the appraisal in your timeline. Many condos and some area 600 houses fall under the limit.

What do I have to disclose when I sell a Kirkland home?

Washington sellers of most homes must give the buyer a completed seller disclosure statement within five business days after mutual acceptance unless the parties agree otherwise (RCW 64.06.020). Gather permits, repair records, and any known issues before you list. If the home is within 200 feet of Lake Washington’s ordinary high water mark, it is in Kirkland’s shoreline jurisdiction, so collect permits for any dock, bulkhead, or shoreline work too. Condo sellers must also provide the association’s resale certificate (RCW 64.90.640).

Do I owe capital gains tax when I sell my Kirkland home?

Not to Washington State: the Department of Revenue says the state capital gains tax does not apply to the sale or exchange of real estate. For federal taxes, the IRS lets you exclude up to $250,000 of gain on the sale of your main home, or up to $500,000 if you file jointly with your spouse, if you meet the ownership and use tests. Ask a CPA about your own numbers, especially for a rental or a home you have not lived in for two of the last five years.

How should I prepare a Kirkland home for sale?

Start with a pricing review based on nearby sales, then fix small items buyers will flag, collect receipts for upgrades, and decide whether a pre-listing inspection makes sense for an older home. With more listings to choose from, buyers compare condition closely, so clean, well-lit photos and a clear list of recent work help. If you have an ADU or a converted space, have its permit or registration ready, since Kirkland requires an ADU permit and a recorded covenant.

Do you only work with tech employees?

No. We help Kirkland buyers and sellers in every line of work, including first-time buyers, move-up buyers, downsizers, and sellers. For people who work in tech, we also offer the Ridiculous Tech Package: a buyer rebate of up to 1% of the purchase price, paid as a closing credit where permitted by law and subject to lender approval, plus moving costs covered up to $2,000, with terms in the buyer agreement.

Who is Odigo Real Estate Club?

Odigo Real Estate Club is a King and Snohomish County real estate team led by Peter J Kim and John Kim at REAL Brokerage (WA License #112064), with 25+ years combined experience, 593+ closings, and 122 five-star Zillow reviews. Odigo Real Estate Club is a Dave Ramsey Endorsed Local Provider. Peter and John personally handle each purchase and sale in Kirkland and across the Eastside. The office is in Lynnwood: 16108 Ash Way, Suite 201, Lynnwood, WA 98087. Phone: (425) 409-3823, Monday–Saturday 9 AM–6 PM.

Kirkland excise tax at four prices

Sale price	State excise tax (2026 rates)	Kirkland local 0.50%	Total excise tax, 2026	Total if the sale closes in 2027
$720,000	$8,271	$3,600	$11,871	$11,824
$1,219,419	$14,664	$6,097	$20,761	$20,714
$1,522,500	$18,543	$7,612	$26,156	$26,109
$1,900,000	$28,888	$9,500	$38,388	$37,958

State rates from the Washington Department of Revenue (2026 tiers; 2027 thresholds $551,000 / $1,551,000 / $3,051,000); Kirkland local 0.50%, code 1716, effective May 1, 2026. Illustrations only; your escrow officer calculates the actual amount.

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Sources (checked October 19, 2026)

Odigo Real Estate Club · REAL Brokerage · WA License #112064 · 16108 Ash Way, Suite 201, Lynnwood, WA 98087 · (425) 409-3823 · Monday–Saturday 9 AM–6 PM, closed Sunday. 25+ years combined experience. Ridiculous Tech Package: rebate up to 1% of the purchase price, paid as a closing credit where permitted by law and subject to lender approval; moving costs covered up to $2,000; terms in the buyer agreement. Equal Housing Opportunity. Figures are general education, not a loan offer, appraisal, legal, or tax advice.

Selling a Home in Kirkland, WA in 2026: Pricing, Days on Market, Price Drops, and Excise Tax