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About Gig Harbor, Washington

Gig Harbor is one of the most beautiful and sought-after coastal communities in the Puget Sound region. Known for its working waterfront, maritime history, and relaxed coastal lifestyle, the Gig Harbor Peninsula offers an exceptional quality of life just across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge from Tacoma and within commuting distance of Seattle.

As real estate professionals serving Gig Harbor and the South Sound, we help buyers and sellers navigate one of Washington’s most desirable housing markets—from historic harbor cottages and view homes to luxury waterfront estates, golf-course communities, newer construction, and private acreage properties throughout the peninsula.

With miles of shoreline, marinas, parks, and scenic neighborhoods, Gig Harbor offers a rare balance of small-town charm, natural beauty, and everyday convenience.

The Gig Harbor Peninsula

The Gig Harbor Peninsula is located in northwest Pierce County and is surrounded by the marine waters of Puget Sound on three sides, including Henderson Bay, Carr Inlet, Hale Passage, Colvos Passage, and the Tacoma Narrows. The area includes both the City of Gig Harbor and the surrounding peninsula communities that together create one of the most desirable places to live in Western Washington.

For buyers and sellers, that means remarkable variety in real estate—from waterfront homes and bluff-top estates overlooking Puget Sound to golf communities, wooded acreage, established neighborhoods, and homes close to shopping, dining, and commuter routes.

Gig Harbor Neighborhoods

One of the strengths of Gig Harbor real estate is the diversity of its neighborhoods. Each area offers a distinct lifestyle, setting, and housing mix.

Downtown Gig Harbor

The historic waterfront village surrounding Gig Harbor Bay is the heart of the community. Here you’ll find marinas, waterfront dining, boutique shopping, and walkable streets shaped by the town’s Croatian fishing heritage. Homes range from historic cottages and harbor-view properties to luxury waterfront residences.

Uptown & Gig Harbor North

Uptown and Gig Harbor North offer convenient access to shopping, restaurants, services, and Highway 16. This area is especially attractive for those seeking an easy commute to Tacoma or Seattle while still enjoying the Gig Harbor lifestyle. Housing options include newer residential communities, established neighborhoods, and homes close to everyday amenities.

Canterwood

Canterwood is one of Gig Harbor’s premier gated communities, centered around the Canterwood Golf & Country Club. Known for its manicured setting and private club lifestyle, Canterwood offers larger homes, golf course surroundings, and a refined residential atmosphere.

Artondale & Rosedale

Artondale and Rosedale offer a quieter, more residential and semi-rural feel, with a mix of established neighborhoods, wooded parcels, and select waterfront homes. This part of the peninsula appeals to those who value privacy, space, and close proximity to parks, shoreline, and outdoor recreation.

Cromwell, Wollochet & Point Fosdick

These southern peninsula neighborhoods are known for their proximity to Tacoma, marine views, and sought-after waterfront and bluff properties. Wollochet Bay, in particular, is prized for boating and protected waterfront living, while Point Fosdick offers convenient access paired with scenic coastal surroundings.

Purdy & the Peninsula Gateway

Purdy serves as the northern gateway to the Gig Harbor Peninsula and connects to the Key Peninsula via the iconic Purdy Bridge. The area offers a mix of residential neighborhoods, waterfront near Burley Lagoon, and convenient access to Highway 16, making it an important connection point for peninsula living.

Lifestyle in Gig Harbor

Life in Gig Harbor is closely tied to the water. Residents enjoy boating, paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing, and exploring miles of scenic shoreline, parks, and trails. The harbor remains an active marina and working waterfront, giving the town an authentic maritime character that sets it apart from many other Pacific Northwest communities.

Beyond the water, Gig Harbor is known for its restaurants, local shops, farmers markets, community events, and highly desirable quality of life. It has also been recognized nationally as one of the top places to retire, thanks to its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and relaxed coastal pace.

Gig Harbor Real Estate

Gig Harbor offers an unusually diverse range of housing options for buyers and sellers, including waterfront homes, harbor-view properties, golf course residences, private acreage, newer construction, and historic homes near the waterfront. Whether you are searching for a luxury estate, a neighborhood home near top amenities, or a quieter property tucked into the peninsula, Gig Harbor offers options for a wide range of lifestyles and price points.

For sellers, Gig Harbor’s broad appeal—from retirees and move-up buyers to commuters and lifestyle-driven buyers relocating to the South Sound—creates a strong and enduring demand base when homes are positioned and marketed well.

Considering a Move to Gig Harbor?

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in Gig Harbor, understanding the differences between neighborhoods, property types, waterfront conditions, access points, and market trends can make a meaningful difference. We help clients navigate the Gig Harbor market with local insight, strategic guidance, and a clear understanding of what makes each area unique.

Contact us to learn more about Gig Harbor neighborhoods, home values, and current real estate opportunities on the peninsula.

 

Gig Harbor Peninsula · MLS Market Report 

Real Estate
Market Analysis

Comprehensive breakdown of sold, active, and pending properties across all Gig Harbor sub-areas through March 6, 2026.

605
Total Listings
359
Sold
152
Active
94
Pending
$752K
Median Sale Price
98.7%
Avg List/Sale Ratio

Market Snapshot

Active, pending, and recently sold listings across the Gig Harbor Peninsula as of March 2026.

152
Active Listings
63
Pending
25
Pending Inspection
4
Contingent
2
Other Pending
359
Sold (6 mo dataset)

Sold Statistics by Area

Average and median sale prices, price per square foot, days on market, and list-to-sale ratio for all sold properties.

Area Sales Avg Sale Price Median Price Avg $/SF Avg DOM LP/SP
1Gig Harbor 66 $998,484 $875,000 $455 60 97.8%
2Purdy 37 $691,516 $630,000 $326 51 99.3%
3Rosedale 23 $1,039,705 $985,000 $394 44 100.1%
6Gig Harbor South 79 $1,023,712 $725,000 $387 52 98.2%
7Artondale 58 $989,232 $777,500 $417 48 99.2%
8Gig Harbor North 62 $853,962 $744,750 $374 44 99.4%
9Key Peninsula North 34 $760,729 $580,000 $351 55 96.7%
All Areas Combined 359 $926,068 $752,000 $393 51 98.7%

6-Month → 3-Month → Last Month Trends

How each sub-area has shifted in median price, days on market, and list-to-sale ratio over the past six months.

Gig Harbor (Area 1)
Accelerating 🔥
Avg Sale Price
$998K $975K $1.05M
Avg $/SF
$455 $473 $556 ↑
Days on Market
60 43 35 ↓
LP/SP Ratio
97.4% 98.3% 99.7% ↑
Purdy (Area 2)
Prices Up, Slower Pace
Avg Sale Price
$692K $755K $882K
Avg $/SF
$326 $292 $309
Days on Market
51 69 65 ↑
LP/SP Ratio
99.2% 99.4% 99.4%
Rosedale (Area 3)
Most Competitive ⚡
Avg Sale Price
$1.04M $837K $972K
Days on Market
44 26 4 ↓↓
LP/SP Ratio
99.5% 100.7% 106.1% ↑↑
GH South (Area 6)
Early Softening
Avg Sale Price
$1.02M $1.09M $848K ↓
Days on Market
52 56 73 ↑
LP/SP Ratio
98.4% 98.5% 97.1% ↓
Artondale (Area 7)
Gradual Softening
Avg Sale Price
$989K $969K $928K ↓
Avg $/SF
$417 $427 $478 ↑
Days on Market
48 60 65 ↑
LP/SP Ratio
99.2% 99.1% 98.7%
GH North (Area 8)
Stable w/ New Dev
Avg Sale Price
$854K $885K $869K
Avg $/SF
$374 $384 $406 ↑
Days on Market
44 52 92 ↑
Key Peninsula (Area 9)
Volatile / Acreage
Avg Sale Price
$761K $864K $616K ↓
Days on Market
55 72 68
LP/SP Ratio
98.4% 98.6% 99.5% ↑

Waterfront Properties

33 waterfront homes sold. Saltwater properties command significant premiums, especially in Gig Harbor South where they average over $3.1M.

Area 1 · Gig Harbor
$1,132,857 avg
Median$1,150,000
Avg $/SF$847
Avg DOM34 days
LP/SP99.6%
Sales7 sold
Premium vs. non-WF+15%
Area 3 · Rosedale
$1,425,000 avg
Median$1,425,000
Avg $/SF$647
Avg DOM80 days
LP/SP92.6%
Sales2 sold
Premium vs. non-WF+42%
Area 6 · Gig Harbor South ⭐
$2,868,594 avg
Median$2,350,000
Avg $/SF$726
Avg DOM58 days
LP/SP99.6%
Sales9 sold
Saltwater avg$3,136,225
Premium vs. non-WF+265%
Area 7 · Artondale
$1,582,500 avg
Median$1,537,500
Avg $/SF$670
Avg DOM84 days
LP/SP95.7%
Sales6 sold
Premium vs. non-WF+72%
Area 8 · Gig Harbor North
$1,390,000 avg
Median$1,390,000
Avg $/SF$442
Avg DOM53 days
LP/SP98.6%
Sales2 sold
Premium vs. non-WF+66%
Area 9 · Key Peninsula North
$1,424,571 avg
Median$600,000
Avg $/SF$468
Avg DOM90 days
LP/SP95.2%
Sales7 sold
Saltwater avg$3,590,000
Freshwater avg$494,000
Premium vs. non-WF+142%

Water View Properties

79 water view homes sold (Sound, Bay, Ocean, Lake). Views command strong premiums — particularly in GH South (+171%) and Key Peninsula (+176%).

Area 1 · Gig Harbor
$1,256,485 avg
Median$1,197,500
Avg $/SF$580
Avg DOM65 days
LP/SP97.2%
Sales26 sold
Premium vs. standard+53%
Area 2 · Purdy
$999,444 avg
Median$900,000
Avg $/SF$337
Avg DOM91 days
LP/SP98.5%
Sales9 sold
Premium vs. standard+69%
Area 3 · Rosedale
$1,542,140 avg
Median$1,550,000
Avg $/SF$618
Avg DOM44 days
LP/SP102.1% 🔥
Sales5 sold
Premium vs. standard+71%
Area 6 · Gig Harbor South
$1,998,419 avg
Median$1,679,000
Avg $/SF$498
Avg DOM86 days
LP/SP99.0%
Sales18 sold
Premium vs. standard+171%
Area 7 · Artondale
$1,419,000 avg
Median$1,270,000
Avg $/SF$552
Avg DOM99 days
LP/SP96.8%
Sales10 sold
Premium vs. standard+59%
Area 8 · Gig Harbor North
$980,200 avg
Median$715,000
Avg $/SF$370
Avg DOM59 days
LP/SP101.4%
Sales5 sold
Premium vs. standard+15%
Area 9 · Key Peninsula North
$1,613,667 avg
Median$697,500
Avg $/SF$483
Avg DOM63 days
LP/SP94.7%
Sales6 sold
Premium vs. standard+176%

Gig Harbor Real Estate / Homes for Sale

$799,950
4 Beds 2 Baths 2584601 MLS ACTIVE Status
Tucked away on a shy acre, this 4 bedroom rambler makes you exhale the moment you arrive. It feels like a true retreat, yet you're still just minutes from town. Inside, one-story living is effortless and bright, with designer finishes at every turn. The living/dining spaces flow into a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, full-height backsplash, newer appliances, and generous cabinetry, warmed by wood-wrapped windows framing the greenery outside. An oversized utility/craft room keeps life organized, enjoy a heat pump with A/C on hot summer days. The updated primary suite is a sanctuary of its own, with a walk-in tiled shower, new vanity, walk-in closet, and French doors opening onto the deck. Outside you'll understand why this one is special. Stunning gardens bloom around you, the pond waterfall hums its soothing song, and a hot tub waits for you after a long day. The fully-fenced gated backyard unfolds with an expansive upper lawn, playset for little adventurers, and a hammock strung up for daydreams. Green thumbs will swoon over the raised beds, fruit trees, and greenhouse, plus a storage shed with workbench and shelving. This is paradise, plain and simple: a place to play, gather, and grow. A two car garage with covered carport and extra parking welcomes the boat, RV, and all your toys. One exit from shopping including Costco, close to parks, and under a mile to the water for beach strolls and waterfront dinners. No HOA. Come wander the gardens and see for yourself!

8807 Danforth Street NW, Gig Harbor

Listing courtesy of COMPASS.

$459,900
2 Beds 2 Baths 2583340 MLS ACTIVE Status
WATERFRONT LIVING ON DOYLE POND! Beautifully remodeled home located on the shore of Doyle Pond in the desirable Lake of the Woods Subdivision. Situated on .328 acres with 60+ feet of waterfront, this move-in-ready home has been extensively updated from floor to ceiling. Updates include new flooring, interior and exterior paint, bathroom shower/tub surrounds, vanities, sinks, mirrors, lighting, kitchen appliances and more. The home features 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a spacious kitchen with brand-new stainless-steel appliances, dining area, dinette, comfortable living room, laundry room and generous primary suite with private en-suite bathroom featuring a shower/tub combination and new vanity. The large second bedroom is conveniently located across from the second full bathroom. Outside, enjoy beautifully refreshed landscaping with new grass, borders and planters, plus a paver patio overlooking the pond—perfect for morning coffee, relaxing or entertaining. Additional improvements include a new rock driveway/road bed extending toward the backyard and a good-sized lockable storage shed for added convenience. With extensive renovations, beautiful waterfront, peaceful pond views and inviting outdoor spaces, this property offers a rare turnkey opportunity to enjoy the Lake of the Woods lifestyle. Come see this waterfront gem and make it your own!

13309 146th Avenue NW, Gig Harbor

Listing courtesy of United R/E Puget Sound West.

$2,100,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 2584574 MLS ACTIVE Status
A Designers Dream Home! From the Custom Flooring throughout to the intentional Wall Designs in each Room, You will Feel like You're Living in a Magazine! Nestled in the Back of a Small Cul-De-Sac, Half a Mile from Gig Harbor High School, in the desired Rosedale Area rests this Beautiful 5,500 Plus Square Foot Home, with 6 Bedrooms! Thoughtful, Professional Remodels over the last 10 Years, Make this Treasure Truly One of a Kind! The Sprawling Chefs Kitchen with 2 Large Eat In Islands and Amazing Counters is Perfect for All of Your Dinner Party Needs! Off the Kitchen is the Open Concept Family Room and Custom Mudroom leading into your Oversized 3 Car Garage! Off the Back, Open your French Doors to Your Large Deck overlooking your own Forest! Home Office and Formal Living Room are right through the Front Door and are a Spectacular Feature Often Missed in today's New Construction World! Upstairs you will Find generously sized Bedrooms along with the Primary Suite and Loft Space! The Resort Style Master ensuite will leave you Breathless but you'll be able to recover in your personal Cold Plunge Tub or Steam Shower! Don't miss the Laundry Shoot off the hallway! The Lower Level Basement Deserves its own Story and will be a Show Stopper on your Tour! Heated Floors down below is the Perfect feature! With its Own Private Entry and Full 2nd Kitchen and Bar, this Could be Considered for Generational Living or as an ADU Style set up! Home Theater Room as well! Welcome Home!

5818 81st Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor

Listing courtesy of Hawkins Poe.

$1,585,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 2581696 MLS ACTIVE Status
A remarkable opportunity awaits on Lay Inlet, where 100 feet of west-facing, low-bank waterfront and a private dock create an exceptional Gig Harbor lifestyle. Sweeping water views and unforgettable sunsets provide a spectacular backdrop throughout the home and from the oversized waterfront deck. Follow the steps to the water’s edge, where inviting shoreline spaces offer an ideal setting to relax, launch a kayak, or watch the tides roll in. Spend your days boating, beachcombing, and enjoying your favorite water toys, then gather around the firepit as the sun sets over Lay Inlet. The main-floor primary suite is a peaceful retreat with captivating views and direct access to the private deck. Designed for everyday living and entertaining, the functional floor plan features a spacious kitchen with abundant storage and a pass-through breakfast bar overlooking the formal dining room and water. The bright living room is centered around a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting place to gather in every season. Downstairs, the expansive family/media room opens to the waterfront patio with a covered hot tub. A second bedroom and water-view bonus room provide flexible space for guests, a home office, hobbies, or fitness. A new roof, RV and boat parking, plus easy access to parks, tennis courts, shopping, Highway 16, Uptown, and downtown Gig Harbor complete the property. Bring your vision and make this waterfront home your own, with a front-row seat to the beauty of Puget Sound living!

8812 86th Avenue NW, Gig Harbor

Listing courtesy of Neighborhood Experts Real Est..

$799,950
4 Beds 4 Baths 2583254 MLS ACTIVE Status
This home truly has it all! Step inside to a welcoming open floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living & easy entertaining. The beautifully updated kitchen is the heart of the home, featuring a large island, generous workspace, & walk in pantry for exceptional storage. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining area & oversized family room, creating a spacious gathering place for relaxing, entertaining, & enjoying time together. The main level also features a dedicated office & a convenient laundry room, offering the option for laundry on the main floor as well as the lower level. The lower level has its own entrance and offers exceptional flexibility with a second kitchen, laundry room, family room, and 3 generously sized bedrooms. Ideal for multigenerational living, extended guests, or potential rental income. This versatile space provides privacy & functionality while maintaining a connection to the main home. Mature landscaping creates a private retreat, complete with a covered patio & fully fenced backyard with plenty of room to relax, garden, play, or BBQ. Abundant parking provides ample space for vehicles, RVs, & boats, all without the restrictions of an HOA. Enjoy a highly walkable location just minutes from Uptown Gig Harbor, shopping, dining, coffee shops, & everyday conveniences. Quick & easy access to Highway 16 for commuting. This versatile home offers space, flexibility & room to accommodate a variety of lifestyles.

4002 55th Street Ct NW, Gig Harbor

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HS NW.

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