Your Neighborhood Real Estate Snapshot for April 2025
Staying informed about the local real estate market is essential. It is important whether you’re thinking of buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on your home’s value. At Penny Kingdom Realty, we’re here to provide you with clear insights. You will receive up-to-date information on the latest trends in the 7 Lakes neighborhood, Marysville, Stanwood, and Arlington areas with this local market update.
In this market update, we break down the key statistics. (Click to jump straight there) These include median sale prices, new listings, days on market, total sold listings, and price per square foot. This will give you a complete picture of how the market is performing. All statistics and graphs are directly from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service or NWMLS.
Understanding these numbers can help you make smarter real estate decisions. And with our 2% listing fee, you can maximize your savings while receiving expert, full-service representation.
Let’s dive into the data and see what’s happening in your neighborhood!
🏡 Median Home Prices: A 3 Year Comparison
The median home price is a key indicator of the local real estate market’s health. It is an important part of any local market update. Here’s how prices have shifted over the past three years in the 7 Lakes neighborhood, Marysville, Stanwood, and Arlington:
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🏞️ 7 Lakes
The median sale price in April 2025 was $779,975, down 2.8% from April 2024 but still up 44.7% from April 2023. After a major spike last year, prices appear to be stabilizing while maintaining strong long-term gains.
🌲 Stanwood
In Stanwood, April’s median price was $659,990, down 5.0% from last year but up 4.8% from April 2023. This slight cooling may be a correction after last year’s sharp rise.
🏙️ Marysville
Marysville saw a median price of $635,000—a 1.6% increase from 2024 and 4.1% from 2023. Steady year-over-year growth continues to reflect healthy demand in this expanding market.
🏡 Arlington
Arlington’s median rose to $627,000, a 8.6% increase from 2024 and 4.5% from 2023. The area continues to attract buyers, pushing prices gradually upward after a brief dip last year.
Snohomish County Comparison
Over the past two years, the median home price in Snohomish County has risen by 3.42%, showing steady and modest growth. In comparison, some of the local areas we looked at earlier—like Marysville and 7 Lakes—have seen larger gains, while others such as Stanwood have dipped slightly.
Use the interactive graph below to explore these trends further. You can select and compare Snohomish County with any other county in the region to see how home values have changed over time.
📋 New Listings: Tracking Inventory Changes
The number of new listings reflects the fresh inventory entering the market. This is an important factor for both buyers and sellers. Here’s how new listings in 7 Lakes, Marysville, Stanwood, and Arlington have shifted over the past three years:
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🏞️ 7 Lakes
There were 16 new listings in April 2025—down from 18 last year but up from 13 in 2023. That’s an 11.1% drop from last year and a 23.1% increase from two years ago, suggesting supply is holding relatively steady after a brief spike.
🌲Stanwood
Stanwood held mostly steady with 43 new listings, a slight 2.4% increase over last year and a 38.7% jump from 2023. This consistent upward trend signals growing seller confidence.
🏙️ Marysville
Marysville saw 117 new listings, a 16.4% decrease from April 2024 but still up 30% from April 2023. While fewer homes hit the market compared to last year, activity remains above pre-2024 levels.
🏡Arlington
With 53 new listings, Arlington experienced a 19.7% drop from 2024 and a 26.4% decline from 2023. Inventory continues to tighten, which may pressure prices upward if demand holds strong.
NWMLS New Listings
🕒 Days on Market
Knowing how long homes stay on the market provides valuable insight into buyer demand. It also shows the pace of the local real estate market.
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🏞️ 7 Lakes
Homes in 7 Lakes spent an average of 11 days on market, down 15.4% from 2024 and 31.3% from 2023. This continued decrease suggests stronger buyer demand and quicker sales in the area.
🌲 Stanwood
Stanwood’s average days on market dropped to 7, down 41.7% from last year and 41.7% from 2023 as well. Homes here are selling significantly faster, indicating high competition and motivated buyers.
🏙️ Marysville
Marysville averaged 11 days, up sharply from just 5 last year—a 120% increase, and up 37.5% from 2023. While still a relatively fast-moving market, this jump could point to a slight cooling or more cautious buyers.
🏡 Arlington
Arlington saw a rise to 12 days, which is up 71.4% from last year and 50% from 2023. This could reflect more inventory, changes in pricing, or simply longer decision-making timelines for buyers.
📊 Total Sold Listings
The number of sold listings indicates buyer demand and overall market health.
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🏞️ 7 Lakes
There were 16 homes sold in 7 Lakes, up 60% from last year and 45.5% from 2023. This jump may signal increased inventory or renewed buyer interest in this small, sought-after neighborhood.
🌲 Stanwood
Stanwood saw 35 homes sold, a 34.6% increase from last year and 6.1% from 2023. This uptick aligns with faster sales and steady pricing, showing buyer confidence in the area.
🏙️ Marysville
Marysville recorded 93 sales, a 6.1% drop from 2024 but still up 24% from April 2023. Activity remains strong, though slightly off from last year’s peak.
🏡 Arlington
Sales in Arlington dropped to 40, down 31% from 2024 and 18.4% from 2023. This could indicate tighter inventory or a cooling pace following strong activity last year.
Snohomish County Comparison
Here you can see how the local closed sales numbers compare with the entire NWMLS and Snohomish county.
📈 Price Per Square Foot
Price per square foot provides insight into property value trends. It shows how much buyers are willing to pay for space in each area.
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🏞️ 7 Lakes
Price per square foot rose to $390, up 2.1% from 2024 and 8.9% from 2023. This steady growth reflects the area’s ongoing appeal despite its small market size.
🌲 Stanwood
Stanwood’s price per sq ft hit $388, gaining 6.9% from 2024 and 11.8% from 2023. Rising prices here align with higher sales activity and sustained demand.
🏙️ Marysville
Marysville saw a notable rise to $362 per sq ft, a 9.4% increase from last year and 17.5% from 2023. This suggests continued buyer competition and strengthening home values.
🏡 Arlington
Arlington landed at $362, virtually unchanged from last year and up just 1.7% from 2023. This points to price stability, even as other nearby markets show stronger growth.
🔍 Conclusion: What This Means for You
Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on the market, local real estate trends offer valuable insights. Here’s what these latest numbers could mean for you:
🛒 For Buyers
Prices and price per square foot remain on the rise in many local areas, especially in Marysville, Stanwood, and 7 Lakes, where year-over-year gains continue. With days on market starting to inch back up in some neighborhoods, buyers may have a bit more breathing room—but competition is still strong.
➡️ Tip: Get pre-approved and act quickly on well-priced listings, especially in hot zones like Stanwood and 7 Lakes.
🏠 For Sellers
Rising prices and healthy sales activity suggest it’s still a strong time to sell—particularly in 7 Lakes and Marysville, where home values and price per sq ft saw impressive year-over-year growth. In Arlington, prices have bounced back after last year’s dip, signaling renewed buyer confidence.
➡️ Tip: Leverage recent equity gains and list while demand stays high and inventory remains relatively low.
📊 Market Insights
Overall, the market remains active and resilient. While some areas show signs of leveling off, the upward trend in home values and buyer activity points to sustained confidence. With new listings increasing but not outpacing demand, well-informed buyers and sellers who follow local data will continue to have the advantage.
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