Housing

Yakima County offers an abundance of affordable housing options. Prices vary depending upon location, size, and similar factors. Consequently, there is a wide variety of available accommodations that will fit the varying needs of all citizens – from single people or couples to families of virtually any size. Whether it be rural homes with acreage or apartments in the city, whether buying or renting is preferred, Yakima County offers excellent housing to fit any need.

Housing Snapshot - May 2007

Current Housing Availability May 2007

Description Number of Current Listings Average List Price
Data gathered from Yakima Association of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service.
5 Bedroom – all areas 49 $240,666
4 Bedroom - all areas 180 $197,568
3 Bedroom – all areas 450 $155,749
1-2 Bedrooms - all areas 245 $101,482
All homes on the market 924 $150,628

Average Home Sold Prices

Year Average Price
Data gathered from Yakima Association of Realtors and Multiple Listing Service.
May 2007 $145,858
September 2005 $151,967
2004 $146,165
2003 $135,183

Rental Information

Residential rentals come in all shapes and sizes - mobile homes, one to four bedroom houses, duplexes, and apartments, from studio to multi-family. There are over 30,000 units currently in the City of Yakima, with many more found within County boundaries. On the whole, while vacancy rates may vary, they hover at around 10%, providing a variety of options in a healthy real estate market. The Yakima Valley offers quality housing at an affordable cost, particularly when compared with larger metropolitan areas in Washington state like Seattle and its surrounding communities.

Rental Information May 2007

Description Average Cost (Yakima)
Average costs are based on information available in the city of Yakima.
Home(s)  
  One Bedroom $450-$600
  Two Bedroom $550-$850
  Three Bedroom $750-$1200
Duplexes  
  One Bedroom $525
  Two Bedroom $625
  Three Bedroom $950
Apartments  
  Studio $350-$450
  One Bedroom $385-$445
  Two Bedroom $475-$745
 Three Bedroom $750-$1150