The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98014 sells for about $764,531, or $392 per square foot.
Prices are down 30.5% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 111 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,824 a month.
ZIP 98014 — Carnation
The Carnation housing market is currently experiencing a significant correction, with median prices declining by over 30% year-over-year and days on market increasing substantially. This cooling trend reflects a broader shift in buyer demand for rural properties as market competition has softened significantly compared to the previous year.
This ZIP is best suited for family buyers and those seeking a rural, scenic lifestyle who are willing to endure longer commutes to the Eastside employment centers.
Median prices moved down 30.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 111 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.2% · poverty 4.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 98014, King County WA
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Riverview School District, which generally maintains a positive reputation within the region for its smaller community feel.
The area faces risks associated with flood plains near the Snoqualmie River and wildfire exposure common to rural King County landscapes.
Carnation has transitioned from a dairy-farming hub to a residential community for Eastside job centers, with limited large-scale commercial development.
Property taxes are assessed by King County based on local millage rates, which include state, county, and school district levies; specific exemptions for seniors and disabled persons are available through the county assessor.
Residents primarily commute by car toward major employment hubs in Redmond, Bellevue, and the greater Seattle Eastside via SR 203 and SR 522.
The area is defined by its proximity to the Snoqualmie River, Tolt-MacDonald Park, and extensive rural trail systems, offering significant outdoor recreation opportunities.
The rental market is limited in depth, consisting primarily of single-family home rentals with low turnover and minimal multi-family inventory.
The local economy is largely residential, with residents primarily employed in the broader Seattle-Bellevue-Redmond technology and professional services sectors.
Development is largely constrained by rural zoning and environmental protections, with minimal large-scale commercial pipeline activity.
Parcels are subject to Riverview School District levies and various King County utility and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments, with coverage availability varying by specific parcel location.
Data not available in current ACS ZCTA-level extracts.
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.
- Remlinger Farms4.30.8 mi
- Tukwila Family Fun Center & Bullwinkle's Restaurant4.319.9 mi
- Arena Sports Issaquah4.29.9 mi
- K1 Speed Redmond4.210.4 mi
- Mirra | Social Entertainment Venue - Lincoln South Tower (3rd Floor)4.313.6 mi
- T-Mobile Park4.719.9 mi
- Lumen Field4.619.8 mi
- Paramount Theatre4.719.6 mi
- Topgolf Renton4.117.2 mi
- Seattle Convention Center | Arch4.419.7 mi
- Marymoor Park4.79.7 mi
- Remlinger Farms4.30.8 mi
- Bellevue Botanical Garden4.712.6 mi
- Lake Sammamish State Park4.79.1 mi
- Grass Lawn Park4.810.9 mi
- Gas Works Park4.719.6 mi
- The Museum of Flight4.820 mi
- Seattle Art Museum4.619.9 mi
- Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture4.518.5 mi
- Museum of Illusions Seattle4.719.8 mi
- Marymoor Park4.79.7 mi
- Bellevue Botanical Garden4.712.6 mi
- Lake Sammamish State Park4.79.1 mi
- Grass Lawn Park4.810.9 mi
- Snoqualmie Falls4.88.1 mi
- Seattle Yacht Club4.618.4 mi
- Mercer Island Beach Club4.516.6 mi
- Gasworks Park Marina4.619.5 mi
- Seattle Boat Company - Newport4.813.7 mi
- Newport Yacht Club4.613.7 mi
- Willows Run Golf Complex411.3 mi
- Bellevue Golf Course4.411.1 mi
- The Club at Snoqualmie Ridge4.58.2 mi
- Mount Si Golf Course4.310.4 mi
- The Golf Club At Redmond Ridge3.56.5 mi
- Remlinger Farms4.30.8 mi
- Redmond Town Center4.49.7 mi
- Uwajimaya Bellevue4.612.7 mi
- Fred Meyer4.310.8 mi
- North Bend Premium Outlets4.212.2 mi
- Paine Field4.724.8 mi
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) Parking Garage3.422.9 mi
- King County International Airport - Boeing Field4.519.7 mi
- Kenmore Air - Lake Union4.619.9 mi
- Kenmore Air - Lake Washington4.517.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major regional park featuring river access, camping, and extensive hiking trails.
Provides significant recreational opportunities including fishing, kayaking, and scenic views.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.