The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 98635 sells for about $296,519, or $172 per square foot.
Prices are down 43.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 40 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,530 a month.
ZIP 98635 — Lyle
The housing market in 98635 is currently balanced with a median sale price of $296,519, reflecting a significant year-over-year decline. Market activity is low, with limited sales volume and inventory, making it a niche market for rural property buyers.
This ZIP code is suitable for those seeking a rural, scenic lifestyle in the Columbia River Gorge, including retirees and those who value outdoor recreation, though the limited housing inventory and market volatility require careful consideration.
Median prices moved down 43.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 40 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 0% of asking — demand is holding steady.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · poverty 11.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 98635
The mean commute time for residents is approximately 24.2 minutes.
The area is situated along the Columbia River, offering access to outdoor recreation including river activities, hiking, and scenic views in the Columbia River Gorge.
The rental market is characterized by a fair market rent of $1,530 for a two-bedroom unit as of FY 2027, with limited rental inventory data available.
The local economy is primarily rural with a focus on agriculture and tourism related to the Columbia River Gorge.
Data retrieved from SimpleMaps US Zips Comprehensive Database
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Provides significant recreational opportunities and scenic value to the region.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.