Covington Housing Update: Prices Ease, Downtown Development Site Hits Market
Covington, WA – March 14, 2026 – Home prices dipped year over year as a key downtown development site highlights the city’s push for higher-density housing.
Home prices in Covington are showing modest year-over-year movement, while a prominent downtown development site underscores the city’s long-term growth plans.
Top takeaways
- Median home price was about $635K in January, down 5.2% from a year earlier.
- Downtown subarea prices rose year over year, signaling mixed trends by neighborhood.
- A nearly 1-acre MHO-zoned site is listed in the Downtown Master Plan area.
Market snapshot
According to Redfin data, the median sale price in January 2026 was approximately $635K, a 5.2% decline compared with January 2025. In contrast, the Downtown Covington area posted a median price near $600K, up 6.2% year over year, reflecting continued demand near retail and mixed-use amenities.
Recent sales activity in early March included newly built homes nearing completion, pointing to ongoing builder activity even as pricing varies by segment.
Development focus: Downtown growth
A recently listed site totaling about 0.96 acres in the Downtown Master Plan area is zoned MHO (Mixed Housing/Office). The zoning allows multifamily, townhomes, cottage housing, and professional office uses. Marketing materials reference the city’s target of adding 4,310 housing units by 2044, aligning with broader state efforts to expand housing options and increase density in mixed-use areas.
The property’s location near the planned Lakepointe Urban Village positions it for potential mid-rise or attached housing, subject to city review and permitting.
Local real estate support
Buyers and sellers often coordinate with local service pros during transactions, including home inspectors, roofers, HVAC contractors, and remodelers serving the Covington area. Connecting with experienced local providers can help streamline inspections, repairs, and pre-listing updates.
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