Real Estate Investing in Sumner, Washington

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 11,497 • Pierce County

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Should you buy in Sumner, WA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade D (54/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

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  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 — slower evictions, more regulations.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.9% 5yr CAGR

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Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $607,886
Avg Monthly Rent $2,278
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Investing in Sumner Real Estate

Sumner, WA covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are muted — this is not a market to enter casually.

plainly Sumner's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects modest investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Market conditions in Sumner are thin. Days-on-market has stretched, rent growth has stalled, and the 0.0% 5-year CAGR understates how uneven the underlying ZIPs really are.

Distressed-leaning demographics in Sumner — soft income growth, high rent burden, population shifts — are among the reasons the ★★★☆☆ rating sits where it does.

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Harborside Property Management LLC offers commercial and residential property manager services in Tacoma & Gig Harbor, including single-family and multi-family homes. summary from their website

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Haven Property Management is a full-service residential management company based in Federal Way, WA, covering the Greater Puget Sound area. summary from their website

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Avg Home Value
$607,886
Avg Monthly Rent
$2,278
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WA)

ZIP Codes in Sumner, WA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sumner, WA

Is rental property easy to operate in Sumner, WA?

WA law tenant-protective for landlords, and Sumner inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

What is the renter demographic in Sumner, WA?

Tenant demand in Sumner, WA is solid. The local workforce $2,278/mo rents across most rental classes.

What is the median home value in Sumner, WA?

Sumner, WA home values average about $608K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,278/mo in monthly income.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Sumner, WA?

Vacancy risk in Sumner, WA is elevated. That supports steady cash flow for typical rental holds.

Does a duplex house hack pencil in Sumner, WA?

House hacking in Sumner, WA is reasonable to execute. Prices around $608K and rents of $2,278/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

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