By Mike Richard, The Lens News

Two Seattle mayoral candidates and one city council candidate shared their perspectives this week on hot housing topics in the expanding city, including affordable housing, clean energy, and density issues.

The contenders took part in a panel that discussed ways to make the region “inclusive, resilient and vibrant” as part of Built Green’s 2017 Conference on September 14. The annual event brings construction sector stakeholders together to learn about current best practices and technology for environmentally friendly building.

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High Prices Continue to Challenge Market Affordability

In November 2024, the median price of single-family homes and condos reached $837,350 in King County and $760,000 in Snohomish County. Single-family homes alone saw a 4% increase in King County, rising from $885,500 to $925,000, and an 8% increase in Snohomish County, climbing from $725,000 to $784,975.

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Builder Confidence Remains Low in August

Builder confidence in the housing market slipped to 32 nationally in August, an 18% decline from last year, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. In the West, sentiment was even weaker, with an HMI reading of 26, underscoring the region’s ongoing affordability and housing challenges. 

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