Is Rock Island a buyer's or seller's market right now?

Rock Island is currently a seller's market with 1.3 months of supply. 33.3% of homes sell above asking price. The Ridley Sell Score for Rock Island is 57/100 (Moderate), based on 7 real-time market signals including inventory, pricing trends, and buyer demand.

What's the median home price in Rock Island?

The median home price in Rock Island is $430,625, up 29.1% year-over-year. The median price per square foot is $282. Homes sell in a median of 94 days with a sale-to-list ratio of 94.5%.

How much does it cost to sell a home in Rock Island, Washington?

On a $430,625 home in Rock Island, a traditional listing agent charges around $12,919 (3% commission). Add buyer agent commission (3%), closing costs (1–2%), and you could spend $34,450 or more. With Ridley Essentials ($999) you save $11,920, and with Ridley Pro ($3,499) you save $9,420 while getting full agent support.

How does Ridley's flat fee compare to a traditional Rock Island agent?

A traditional Rock Island listing agent typically charges 3% of the sale price — about $12,919 on a $430,625 home. Ridley offers two flat-fee plans: Essentials ($999) with MLS listing, marketing tools, and self-service support, or Pro ($3,499) with a dedicated licensed agent. That saves you $11,920–$9,420 compared to a traditional agent.

How long does it take to sell a home in Rock Island?

The median home in Rock Island currently spends 94 days on the market before going under contract, up 72% from last year. At a 94.5% sale-to-list ratio, sellers are seeing some negotiation.

Do I need a real estate agent to sell in Washington?

No. Washington does not require you to use a real estate agent to sell your home. You can sell independently (FSBO) or use a flat-fee service like Ridley that gives you MLS access, professional tools, and expert support at a fraction of the traditional commission. On a $430,625 home, that could save you up to $9,420.

What's included with Ridley Essentials and Pro?

Ridley offers two plans in Washington. Essentials ($999) includes MLS listing distribution, professional listing tools, marketing materials, and self-service support. Pro ($3,499) includes everything in Essentials plus a dedicated licensed agent partner, expert pricing consultation, offer review and negotiation support, contract and deadline management, and full closing coordination. Both save significantly vs. the traditional $12,919 commission.

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Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Rock Island, Washington?

The median home in Rock Island sells for $430,625 with prices up 29.1% year-over-year. The average seller pays $12,919 in commissions — Ridley’s flat fee saves you $9,420.

Rock Island Real Estate Market Conditions — April 2026

57out of 100

Ridley Sell Score

How it's scored →

Moderate

57/100

A balanced market with opportunities for well-priced homes.

What this means for sellers

The Rock Island market is balanced — neither strongly favoring buyers nor sellers. Accurate pricing is key: overpriced homes will sit, but correctly priced listings are still moving. Focus on presentation and pricing strategy to stand out. Sellers who prepare well can still achieve strong results.

Inventory TightnessFavors sellers

1.3 months of supply — well below the 5-month balanced threshold — 52% below the Washington average of 2.7.

Price MomentumFavors sellers

Prices up 29.1% year-over-year — vs. +7% statewide.

Seller LeverageFavors buyers

Homes selling at 94.5% of asking — buyers are negotiating 5.5% below list. Washington average is 98%.

Bidding ActivityFavors sellers

33.3% of homes selling above list price — 31% above the Washington average of 25.4%.

Sale SpeedFavors buyers

94 median days on market — 26 days slower than the Washington average.

Market UrgencyFavors buyers

0% of listings go pending within 2 weeks — vs. 30.5% statewide.

Price StabilityFavors sellers

Only 0% of listings have dropped their price — sellers are holding firm. Washington average is 19.3%.

Score based on 7 real-time market signals. Updated with latest available data.

How it works →

Median Sale Price

The midpoint price of all homes sold in the past month. Half sold for more, half for less.

$430,625

+29.1%

Days on Market

How long the typical home sits on the market before going under contract. Lower is better for sellers.

+72%

Price per Sq Ft

Average cost per square foot of living space. Useful for comparing homes of different sizes.

$282

Sale-to-List Ratio

How close homes sell to their asking price. Above 100% means bidding wars; below means negotiation room.

94.5%

Months of Supply

How long it would take to sell all current listings at the current pace. Under 3 months favors sellers; over 6 favors buyers.

1.3

Seller’s market

Competitiveness

Overall market competition based on offers per listing, days on market, and sale-to-list ratio.

Not Very Competitive

Sold Above List

Percentage of homes that sold for more than their list price.

33.3%

Moderate demand

12-Month Price Trend

$476,750 → $430,625

▼9.7%

$460K$440K

MayJulSepNovJanMarApr

Data updated April 2026

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Your savings

How much can you save selling your home in Rock Island?

The average Rock Island homeowner saves $9,420 by selling with Ridley instead of paying the traditional 3% listing commission on a $430,625 home.

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That's 6 months of groceries — save 2.2% of your home value

Your Rock Island home value

$430,625

$50,000$10M

Traditional Agent (3%)

$12,919

Ridley Pro (flat fee)

$3,499

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Cost comparison

How much does it cost to sell a house in Rock Island?

The total cost to sell a house in Rock Island in 2026 ranges from $999 with Ridley Essentials to approximately $12,919 with a traditional 3% commission on a $430,625 home.

	Traditional Agent	Best valueRidley Pro	Ridley Essentials	FSBO
Listing fee	$12,919	$3,499	$999	$0
Buyer agent	$12,0582.8% avg	$8,613~2% avg	$8,613~2% avg	$12,0582.8% avg
Closing costs (~1.5%)	$6,459	$6,459	$6,459	$6,459
Total cost	$31,436	$18,571	$16,071	$18,517
Net proceeds	$399,189	$412,054	$414,554	$412,108
You save	—	$12,865	$15,365	$12,919No support