Everett is the largest city in Snohomish County, and its housing stock covers more than a century. There are early-1900s homes in Northwest Everett and Riverside, mid-century homes in View Ridge and Valley View, and newer subdivisions and condos around Silver Lake and south Everett. Many moves here are tied to jobs: aerospace work at Boeing’s Everett plant and at Paine Field, Naval Station Everett, and the region’s healthcare and manufacturing employers. When a move has a hard start date, buying and selling at the same time needs a plan with a deadline built in.
I’m Aaron Yoon, a broker with eXp Realty. My brand is helping homeowners sell for top dollar by solving the problems others walk away from. I work across Seattle and the surrounding area, including Everett. For the complete process, read my guide to buying and selling at the same time. Common questions are answered in the FAQ.
The Everett Market Snapshot
Everett’s neighborhoods and home ages vary widely, so look at data for your area and property type:
- Median sale price: [LOCAL STAT: median sale price, Everett, source NWMLS]
- Median days on market: [LOCAL STAT: median days on market, Everett, source NWMLS]
- Months of supply: [LOCAL STAT: months of supply, Everett, source NWMLS]
- Sale-to-list price ratio: [LOCAL STAT: percent of list price received, Everett, source NWMLS]
- Pre-1940 homes vs. post-1990 homes days on market: [LOCAL STAT: days on market by year built, Everett, source NWMLS]
Everett also draws buyers from King County who are looking for more space for their budget. That means your home can be competing for buyers who are also looking in Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Marysville and Lake Stevens.
How to Buy and Sell at the Same Time in Everett
If you have a fixed move date
Job-related moves, including military transfers, often come with a specific report date. Work backward from that date:
- Get your current home ready to list and set a target list date.
- Decide in advance whether you’ll accept a shorter or longer closing, a rent-back, or a temporary rental.
- If you’re buying in Everett from out of the area, plan for virtual tours and remote signing, and confirm with your lender and escrow what can be done remotely.
- If an employer or the military is covering the move, read the relocation or move benefit terms before you list.
Standard approaches
Sell first, then buy. You sell, lock in your price, and use a rent-back (NWMLS Form 65B) or short-term rental to bridge the gap. This lowers risk when your sale proceeds are essential to your purchase.
Buy first, then sell. Some buyers use a bridge loan, HELOC or buy-before-you-sell program to buy without a sale contingency. Terms, eligibility and costs vary by lender and program. If you’re considering VA or other government-backed financing, ask your lender how those programs work with a home you still own.
Contingent offer. An offer contingent on your sale (NWMLS Form 22B) is more convincing when your home is already listed or under contract.
Older-home inspections
If you’re selling or buying an early-1900s home in Northwest Everett, Riverside or Bayside, plan for inspection findings typical of older homes: old wiring, older plumbing, foundations, sewer lines and possibly old oil tanks. A pre-listing inspection and a sewer scope can reduce surprises. As a buyer, give yourself enough inspection time.
Everett Neighborhoods
- Northwest Everett: Historic homes, many from the early 1900s, on tree-lined streets near Grand Avenue Park and views of Port Gardner Bay.
- Bayside and downtown: Older homes and condos close to downtown Everett, the Everett Public Library and the waterfront.
- Riverside: Older homes on the east side of the city near the Snohomish River.
- Port Gardner: Near the southern part of downtown and the bay.
- View Ridge-Madison and Valley View: Mid-century homes in south-central and southeast Everett.
- Silver Lake: Around Silver Lake and Thornton A. Sullivan Park, with many newer subdivisions, townhomes and condos near I-5 and SR 527.
- Lowell: A historic area in the south of the city, near the Snohomish River and the Lowell Riverfront Trail.
Schools
Most of Everett is served by Everett Public Schools, and parts of the city, especially near the southwest, are served by the Mukilteo School District. Confirm the assignment for the specific address with the district. For ratings and data, see OSPI and GreatSchools.
Commute and Lifestyle
I-5 runs through Everett, and US 2 heads east toward Snohomish and Stevens Pass. SR 526 connects I-5 to Boeing’s Everett plant and Paine Field, which also has a passenger terminal. Everett Station serves Sounder commuter rail, Amtrak, Community Transit and Everett Transit, and Community Transit’s Swift bus rapid transit lines serve Everett. Sound Transit’s 1 Line light rail currently ends at Lynnwood City Center, and a future extension toward Everett is planned. Check soundtransit.org for current timelines.
The Everett waterfront includes the Port of Everett marina, the Waterfront Place development and seasonal boat access to Jetty Island. The AquaSox minor league baseball team plays at Funko Field, and events and concerts are held at Angel of the Winds Arena. The Historic Everett Theatre, Everett Farmers Market and nearby Forest Park are other local highlights.
Everett FAQ
I’m relocating with a report date. What if my home doesn’t sell in time?
That’s why we plan backup options up front, such as a rent-back, a short-term rental or financing that doesn’t depend on the sale. We set a price-review date before listing so decisions aren’t made in a rush.
My older home has some deferred maintenance. Should I fix everything?
Usually not. Addressing the items buyers and inspectors focus on most, and pricing for the rest, often works better. A pre-listing inspection helps us decide.
Can I buy my next home using a VA loan while I still own this one?
That depends on your eligibility and the lender. Ask a lender experienced with VA loans about your situation.
Are buyers from King County really shopping in Everett?
Many buyers compare Snohomish County and King County options. We market your home so buyers from both counties can find it.
Ready to plan your move in Everett?
Every move is different. Book a call with Aaron to talk through your timing, equity and options, or get a no-obligation estimate of what your current home could sell for. No pressure, just a plan.
Aaron Yoon, Broker, eXp Realty. Market figures are sourced from NWMLS where noted. Financing information is general and not a loan offer; talk to a licensed lender about your options.
