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How to Sell a House in Spokane (Step-by-Step 2025 Guide)

  • Writer: Nick Briggs
    Nick Briggs
  • 3 days ago
  • 4 min read
How to sell a house in Spokane 2025 – step-by-step guide on colored background

Thinking about selling your Spokane home but unsure where to start? Whether you're relocating, upsizing, or testing your home’s value, today’s Spokane market requires clear steps, smart strategy, and trusted local expertise. This in-depth guide on how to sell a house in Spokane gives you everything you need to sell with confidence in 2025.

You’ll learn how to prepare your home, price it based on Spokane-specific data, market it effectively, and handle offers — all backed by current numbers and proven Realtor insights. As a Spokane real estate agent, I’ve helped dozens of homeowners sell successfully — which is why I put together this complete guide.


📑 Table of Contents


Preparing Your Home for Sale in Spokane

Buyers today are selective — and Spokane’s growing inventory makes presentation more important than ever.

Declutter, Clean & Make Strategic Repairs

Simple updates like neutral paint, refreshed landscaping, and lighting upgrades pay off. With for-sale inventory up 36.5% year-over-year in Spokane as of September 2025, your home must stand out.

Graph showing Spokane home inventory levels from September 2024 to September 2025 — 36.5% annual increase highlighting housing supply trends for sellers in 2025.

Fix Up or Sell As-Is?

Selling “as-is” can save time, but even small repairs may yield more competitive offers — especially in Spokane’s neutral market where buyers have options.


Pricing Your Home Right in 2025

Correct pricing draws attention — and prevents costly reductions later.

Use Real-Time Market Data

As of September 2025:

  • Median Sold Price: $429,000

  • Average Sold Price: $474,000

  • Avg Price/Sq. Ft.: $212

  • Avg Days on Market (DOM): 32

  • Sold-to-List Price Ratio: 96%

Bar chart comparing median and average sold home prices in Spokane for September 2024 and September 2025, showing year-over-year price growth — Nick Briggs Realty logo in bottom right corner.

Buyers are negotiating more — price competitively to stay in the running.


Marketing, Showings, and Staging Tips

Make the Right First Impression Online

Most Spokane buyers start online. Use pro photography and copy that emphasizes features like backyard space, proximity to trails, or home offices — what 2025 buyers want.

Stage Strategically

Staged homes sell faster — even in balanced markets. Remove personal items, use neutral tones, and create open, inviting rooms.

📸 Embed Before/After Staging Example for Spokane Living Room

Showings & Open Houses

Flexibility matters. Homes that are easy to show — and look their best — sell faster.


Offers, Negotiations & Multiple Bids

Review the Full Offer

Price is just one factor. Contingencies, financing, and timing matter too.

Visual guide listing the top 5 things Spokane home sellers should review in a purchase offer — including price, contingencies, financing, earnest money, and closing timeline — with Nick Briggs Realty logo in the bottom right corner.

How to Handle Multiple Offers

Even in a neutral market, well-presented homes still receive multiple offers. Create urgency by pricing right and marketing aggressively.

Post-Inspection Negotiation Tips

Buyers may request repairs or credits after inspections. Don’t automatically agree — consider the request’s impact on your bottom line.


What to Do After Accepting an Offer

The deal isn’t done yet — now begins inspections, title work, and final steps.

Inspection, Appraisal & Escrow

Keep your home in showing condition through escrow. You’ll coordinate repairs, documents, and title clearance.


Closing Costs & What Sellers Pay

Know What to Expect at Closing

Common costs for Spokane sellers include:

Infographic outlining the top seller costs when selling a house in Spokane — including commissions, closing costs, repairs, concessions, staging, prorated expenses, and capital gains tax — with a note that commissions are negotiable and sellers are not required to pay the buyer’s agent. Branded with Nick Briggs Realty logo in the bottom right corner.

Understand Total Costs

Beyond closing fees, you’ll also spend on marketing, repairs, and prep.

(This is not legal or tax advice. Consult a professional.)


FAQs – Selling a House in Spokane

  • How long does it take to sell a house in Spokane in 2025? On average, it takes 32 days — up slightly from last year, reflecting a shift from a seller’s to a neutral market.

    📌 How Long to Sell a House in Spokane in 2025

  • When is the best time to list my Spokane home? Historically, April to June yields faster sales and stronger offers — but local trends shift.

    📌 Best Time to Sell a House in Spokane

  • Should I make upgrades or sell as-is? Small upgrades can often produce a strong ROI.

  • What are the biggest mistakes sellers make? Overpricing, ignoring staging, and reacting emotionally to negotiations.

    📌 Home Selling Mistakes Spokane Homeowners Make


Conclusion

Selling your home in Spokane in 2025 requires strategy, preparation, and smart decision-making. With inventory up, buyer expectations are higher — but homes that are priced right and marketed professionally are still closing quickly and profitably.

If you’re ready to move forward, I’d be honored to help. I offer:

✔️ Free custom home valuation

✔️ Proven 2025 pricing strategy

✔️ Marketing that gets results

📞 Reach out now — I’ll help you sell with confidence, clarity, and top value in Spokane.


About Me

My name is Nick Briggs

Being born and raised in Spokane I grew up knowing what a special place this city is, and it was my dream to help others create a life in this wonderful community by guiding them in real estate. I spent many years in the customer service industry, the experience of listening and communication showed me how much I truly loved helping people. I attended Gonzaga University and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration to add to my knowledge of guiding, managing, negotiating, and listening to individuals, helping them achieve their real estate goals.



Spokane Realtor headshot – how to sell a house in Spokane expert 2025

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