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NWMLS to Further Enhance Transparency for Consumers by Facilitating the Disclosure of Referral Fees

Today, Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS) announces additions to its residential real estate forms to provide buyers and sellers with complete transparency regarding referral fees their brokers pay or receive in connection with their clients’ transactions.

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View Homes: Listing Data & Market Trends

In the Pacific Northwest, there’s no shortage of homes with amazing views. Views are considered by many buyers to be highly desirable and often increase the value of a property. Whether you are selling or looking for a view home, NWMLS brokers have the ability to list and search for [..]

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NWMLS Mobile App: Your Personalized Home Search on the Go

Finding the right home should be simple, intuitive, and convenient—and the NWMLS Mobile App provides NWMLS brokers and their clients with powerful search tools and valuable property insights to help them buy and sell real estate in the Pacific Northwest. The NWMLS Mobile App gives NWMLS brokers a huge advantage [..]

Market Snapshot

Market Snapshot May 2025

There was a 42.63% increase in total number of properties listed for sale year-over-year, with 18,310 active listings on the market at the end of May 2025, compared to 12,837at the end of May 2024.

Market Update

New listings continue to outpace sales as inventory builds

The real estate market continued to experience significant growth in housing inventory across NWMLS’s coverage area.

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Affordable Homes for First-Time Buyers: Listing Data & Market Trends

Buying your first home is an exciting milestone—but in today’s competitive market, affordability can feel like a major hurdle. The good news? There are still communities across the Pacific Northwest where first-time buyers can find homes under $450,000. Whether you’re dreaming of a cozy craftsman, a low-maintenance condo, or a [..]

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Unlock the Power of Realist

Grow Your Business with Smarter Property Insights Did you know? NWMLS brokers have access to Realist Property Records — the go-to source for in-depth property intelligence trusted by over one million real estate professionals nationwide. Realist gives you the edge when it comes to market expertise and client service. Here’s [..]

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Top Architectural Styles: Listing Data & Market Trends

When you picture your perfect home, what comes to mind? A charming Craftsman with a welcoming front porch? A light-filled Northwest Contemporary with clean lines and natural materials? Or maybe something more classic, like a Traditional or Cape Cod-style home? No matter your design preferences, Northwest MLS brokers are here [..]

NWMLS In The News

Seattle real estate industry feuds over private home listings

Market Snapshot

Market Snapshot April 2025

There was a 47.4% increase in total number of properties listed for sale year-over-year, with 14,459 active listings on the market at the end of April 2025, compared to 9,813 at the end of April 2024.