Real Estate and Housing

This section provides information on status and trends in real estate and housing availability, demand, and affordability.

Real Estate

Real estate sales and median and average home prices have shown a generally increasing trend since 2011. The rate of increase in home prices was especially high from 2018-2022 and has stabilized in the past few years.

Average and Median Home Prices

Since 2011, median and average home prices have nearly tripled and have far outpaced median income.

Housing Affordability, 2011-2024

Housing

As of 2023, the Methow Valley had an over 430-unit (rental and ownership) housing shortage, as based on an analysis done by the Winthrop planning commission for the Housing Action Plan.

Real estate data provided by Dave Thomsen of Coldwell Banker Winthrop Realty. Graphics and photography by Benjamin Drummond.
Last updated April 2026.