Kirkland Sell my house
Sell your Kirkland home with a clearer local plan.
The median asking price in Kirkland is $1.5M (Stats updated October 2026) and Washington excise tax on a sale at that price is $25,755. RexMont helps Kirkland sellers price accurately, prep where it matters, launch with trust signals, and negotiate beyond the headline number.
Selling in Kirkland — the numbers
Updated
What a Kirkland sale costs in Washington
Washington’s excise tax is graduated by price tier and paid by the seller at closing; the table shows the schedule a Kirkland sale falls under.
Sell fast or list
What a quick cash sale and a listed sale each net at the Kirkland median asking price
Same home, same October 2026 median asking price of $1,500,000, same mortgage payoff. The cash columns run the instant-offer range RexMont models, 5% and 15% below that asking price, as-is, with no commission and no prep; Washington REET, title and the payoff are still due.
- List on the open market
- $1,500,000 sale price
- $856,845
- Estimated net · baseline
- Cash offer 5% below asking
- $1,425,000 offer
- $873,180
- Estimated net · +$16,335 vs listing
- Cash offer 15% below asking
- $1,275,000 offer
- $725,850
- Estimated net · −$130,995 vs listing
The $147,330 between the two cash columns is what a written offer settles; a program fee or a repair credit deducted after inspection moves it further. Bring any offer you already hold: the review costs nothing and you keep every option, including taking the cash.
Compare a written cash offer against a broker-tested listing priceA modelling range RexMont uses until a written offer exists, not a quote from any buyer; program fees are not modelled. For context, Research summaries have placed the total cost of instant-offer programs to sellers at roughly 13–15% of the home’s value.
Washington REET tiers for a Kirkland sale
| Portion of sale price | State REET |
|---|---|
| Up to $525,000 | 1.10% |
| $525,001 to $1,525,000 | 1.28% |
| $1,525,001 to $3,025,000 | 2.75% |
| Above $3,025,000 | 3.00% |
| King County local REET — on the full price | 0.50% |
Each rate applies only to the slice of the price inside its tier; the seller pays at closing. Breakpoints move to $551,000, $1,551,000 and $3,051,000 for closings on or after January 1, 2027; rates unchanged.
State schedule (2023–2026 schedule) per the Washington Department of Revenue, verified October 2026. Local rate per DOR’s local REET rate table, rates effective May 2026.
Worked example at the Kirkland median
- Sale price (city median, rounded)
- $1,500,000
- Commission (5% total)
- −$75,000
- Washington REET (state + local)$18,255 state (2023–2026 schedule) + $7,500 local
- −$25,755
- Title and escrow
- −$2,400
- Pre-listing prep
- −$15,000
- Mortgage payoff (example: 35% of price)
- −$525,000
- Estimated net proceeds
- $856,845
Selling costs of $118,155 (7.9% of price), computed with the same function as the calculator below, on the 2023–2026 schedule. An estimate for planning, not a quote; your payoff, prep and title fees replace the example values.
Run your own Kirkland numbers belowFigures reviewed by Adriano Tori, Designated Broker and Owner, RexMont Real Estate · WA Lic. #27660 · market figures updated , REET schedule per the Washington Department of Revenue.
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Local strategy
Kirkland decisions depend on the street, not only the city.
Selling in Kirkland means positioning the home around the buyer pool most likely to pay for location, condition, views, commute, schools, and the Lake Washington lifestyle.
- Read recent comps, pending pressure, and active competition
- Prioritize prep work that can change buyer behavior
- Launch with positioning, review proof, photography, and negotiation strategy
Kirkland city hub
Start with Kirkland, then narrow to the right neighborhood.
Use the city hub for the broader market, then compare the most active neighborhoods by property type, condition, commute, schools, lifestyle, and resale depth.
Open Kirkland hub →Downtown Kirkland
Centered on Kirkland's downtown waterfront, with luxury condos, historic homes, high walkability, shops, dining, and scenic marina parks.
View Downtown Kirkland homes →Houghton
Known for western Lake Washington views, Google campus proximity, established residential streets, and access to the Cross Kirkland Corridor.
View Houghton homes →Juanita
Defined by Juanita Beach Park and Juanita Village, with waterfront activity, townhomes, and single-family suburban residences.
View Juanita homes →Finn Hill
Prized for its quiet, wooded setting, public parks, and lake and mountain views on Kirkland's northern edge.
View Finn Hill homes →Rose Hill
Part of Kirkland's Rose Hill area, with convenient access to Redmond, Bellevue, I-405, mid-century homes, and newer construction.
View Rose Hill homes →
Active homes for sale in Kirkland
The latest active NWMLS listings in Kirkland, refreshed hourly.
Active225 days active · 225 cumulative$3,680,000
MLS# 2595565410 8th Avenue W
Kirkland, WA 98033
6 bd5.25 ba5,400 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere Northlake
Early Access · First Look$3,100,000
MLS# 2593600435 16th Lane
Kirkland, WA 98033
4 bd2.5 ba2,600 sqftListing courtesy of COMPASS
Early Access · First Look$650,000
MLS# 25955207603 NE 142nd Street
Kirkland, WA 98034
3 bd1.75 ba1,650 sqftListing courtesy of eXp Realty
Active2 days active · 2 cumulative$895,000
MLS# 259424412116 NE 149th Street
Kirkland, WA 98034
4 bd1.75 ba1,510 sqftListing courtesy of Realogics Sotheby's Int'l Rlty
Active74 days active · 74 cumulative$1,295,999
MLS# 259510310183 NE 112th Place
Kirkland, WA 98033
3 bd2.5 ba1,802 sqftListing courtesy of RE/MAX Metro Realty, Inc.
Active30 days active · 30 cumulative$2,600,000
MLS# 2595313701 20th Avenue W
Kirkland, WA 98033
4 bd3 ba3,020 sqftListing courtesy of Windermere R.E. Northeast, Inc
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of October 18, 2026 at 4:40 AM PT (date and time MLS GRID Data was obtained). All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing information courtesy of Northwest Multiple Listing Service (NWMLS). The listing data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Northwest Multiple Listing Service. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than RexMont Real Estate are marked with the “Listing courtesy of NWMLS” designation. Information provided is for the consumer’s personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.
© 2026 Northwest Multiple Listing Service. All rights reserved. Listing information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Copyright concernsHow we shape a selling plan for your Kirkland house
At RexMont, we distinguish Lake Washington frontage from other location features instead of treating every Kirkland comparison as interchangeable. For a Houghton or Downtown Kirkland sale, we examine competing properties, condition, and setting before recommending a price. We use our Kirkland housing market overview to frame the competitive environment and a property-specific home value review to connect that context to your house. We explain which comparisons support the proposed position and which do not.
We plan photography and showing access around how the house will be presented, not around a neighborhood label. For a Juanita or Finn Hill property, we focus on condition, usable spaces, and clear disclosures before proposing optional cosmetic work. Our Kirkland selling cost guide helps organize anticipated expenses, while our Kirkland real estate commission guide supports a discussion of representation, service scope, and how proposed terms affect your net proceeds.
We shape the listing narrative around verified property details, including access to the Cross Kirkland Corridor when relevant, and confirm Lake Washington School District information before publication. Our Kirkland listing agent selection guide helps frame the conversation about marketing responsibilities and negotiation strategy. A Kirkland cash offer can fit when reducing repair obligations or showing demands matters more than seeking broader market exposure. We align the launch with completed preparation, disclosure review, and your moving plans.
Net-proceeds calculator
Estimate your net proceeds before you list.
Enter an estimated sale price for your Kirkland home, mortgage payoff, and selling costs. Compare estimated proceeds after commission, Washington REET, and closing costs, then request an emailed copy of your calculation.
Starting price: Kirkland's median asking price from active listings as of October 2026, a starting input rather than a value estimate.
Your target list/sale price — or get an agent-prepared estimate.
Enter the combined brokerage compensation you expect to pay. Fees are negotiated; this editable example is not a quoted rate.
Remaining principal from your latest statement.
Paint, staging, cleaning, photography, minor repairs.
Use a quote from your title and escrow providers.
Washington's state excise-tax breakpoints step up for sales closing on or after January 1, 2027 (rates unchanged). The calculator applies the schedule in force on this date.
Using the 2023–2026 schedule: 1.10% to $525K, 1.28% to $1.525M, 2.75% to $3.025M, 3.00% above, plus 0.50% King County.
Estimated net proceeds
$856,845
after $118,155 in selling costs (7.9% of price) and mortgage payoff
Estimates for educational purposes only. Not financial, tax, legal, or investment advice. Actual REET, commission, escrow, and payoff figures vary by transaction and closing date. King County REET shown is the state graduated tax plus the 0.50% local portion; the state breakpoints step up for closings on or after January 1, 2027. Verify current rates with WA DOR and your CPA before acting.
Selling a home in Kirkland
Sell my house Kirkland: value, cost, commission, speed.
Every Kirkland seller question RexMont gets, answered on its own page with current numbers and a net-proceeds calculator.
- Kirkland home value
What your house is worth now, from neighborhood comps.
- Cost to sell a house in Kirkland
Commission, Washington REET, title and escrow, with the calculator.
- Kirkland real estate commission
What sellers pay in 2026 and what each point buys.
- Sell my house fast Kirkland
A cash offer Kirkland sellers can compare against a quick-launch listing, in dollars.
- Listing agent Kirkland
How to choose one, and the questions that separate them.
- Sell my condo Kirkland
Building-level pricing, HOA documents and financing risk.
- Kirkland luxury listing agent
View, waterfront and estate homes.
- Kirkland property management
Renting it out instead? 8%–10% management, one month's rent placement, six written guarantees.
Kirkland neighborhoods →Homes for sale in Kirkland →Kirkland housing market →
Buying a home in Kirkland
Kirkland real estate agent and buyers agent.
The pages RexMont Kirkland buyers use to choose an agent, set a search and write an offer.
- Kirkland real estate agent
Who RexMont is in Kirkland, how the agent is chosen and what a buyer gets.
- Buyers agent Kirkland
Search, offer strategy, inspection and closing, with the compensation terms stated up front.
- Kirkland luxury home realtor
Representation for view, waterfront and estate purchases.
- Kirkland luxury homes for sale
Current high-end listings and what the price tier buys.
- New construction homes Kirkland WA
Builder contracts, incentives and inspection on new homes.
FAQ
Kirkland seller questions
How should Lake Washington frontage affect my Kirkland pricing strategy?
We separate frontage from other location attributes when choosing comparison properties. For a Kirkland house with Lake Washington frontage, we review how the setting, condition, and layout compare with competing listings. We do not transfer another property's positioning to yours without examining the differences that buyers will encounter.
Which preparation should take priority for a Juanita or Finn Hill sale?
We review the house as a buyer will experience it, then distinguish unresolved condition concerns from optional style changes. For a Juanita or Finn Hill sale, we recommend preparation that supports clear photography, straightforward showings, and informed negotiations. We do not assume a neighborhood name makes extensive remodeling necessary.
When is a Totem Lake house ready to launch?
We coordinate the launch with completed preparation, disclosure review, and dependable showing access. For a Totem Lake listing, we also revisit competing inventory before confirming the asking price and marketing position. If essential work or documents remain unresolved, we address those gaps rather than letting a preferred launch window dictate the plan.
How can I sell my Kirkland house while planning a move to Houghton?
We evaluate the sale of your Kirkland house alongside the purchase terms you may need for a Houghton move. We clarify financing, possession, and contingency priorities before negotiating either transaction. That lets us compare an offer's practical fit with your next purchase instead of focusing only on its stated price.
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Tell us about the Kirkland home you may sell.
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