Market Snapshot

January 2026 Real Estate Trends

A buyer-friendly comparison of Shiawassee County, Michigan, and the United States.

Shiawassee Focus Michigan Benchmark U.S. Context Relocation Insights
Updated: February 2026

Shiawassee County

Average home value (Zillow)

$199,878

+3.9% year-over-year

Typical listing goes pending in about 14 days.

Michigan

Average home value (Zillow)

$249,916

+3.6% year-over-year

Typical listing goes pending in about 24 days.

United States

Median existing-home price (NAR)

$405,400

+0.4% year-over-year

Inventory around 3.3 months.

Area Key Price Metric Speed / Market Pace Trend Signal
Shiawassee County Avg value: $199,878
Median sale range: ~$175K–$180K(Realtor/Redfin context)		 Pending in about 14 days Values up YoY; active market, with minor source-method differences.
Michigan Avg value: $249,916 Pending in about 24 days Moderate YoY gains; market gradually normalizing.
United States Median existing-home price: $405,400 Inventory: 3.3 months Tight supply still supports pricing.

Shiawassee County

Price Metric $199,878 avg
Pace ~14 days pending
Trend +3.9% YoY
Strong affordability with still-fast absorption for desirable listings.

Michigan

Price Metric $249,916 avg
Pace ~24 days pending
Trend +3.6% YoY
Still competitive, but less frenzied than earlier peak years.

United States

Median Price $405,400
Inventory 3.3 months
Trend +0.4% YoY
Limited supply continues to support national price levels.

What this means for home shoppers

  • Shiawassee remains materially more affordable than state and national benchmarks.
  • Pre-approval and fast decision-making still matter in sought-after segments.
  • Market is active but more navigable than the peak frenzy period.
  • National inventory constraints continue to influence pricing sentiment.

Smart buyer moves

  • Get financing lined up before touring top-choice homes.
  • Track new listings by neighborhood and school district.
  • Evaluate buydown vs concession scenarios in offer strategy.
  • Use local comps to identify overmarketed listings early.
Thinking about moving to Shiawassee County?
Local guidance helps balance price, commute, and long-term resale potential.
Data note: Some sources use modeled values while others report closed-sale medians. Directional trends are most useful when comparing across methods.
Demographics & Livability

Why People Choose Shiawassee County

Relocation-focused comparison of income, education, safety, connectivity, and cost-of-living indicators.

Updated: February 2026
Population (2024)

68,025

MI: 10,140,459 · U.S.: 340,110,988

Median Household Income

$67,404

MI: $72,875 · U.S.: $80,734

Homeownership Rate

80.1%

MI: 72.8% · U.S.: 65.2%

Mean Commute Time

27.8 min

MI: 24.2 · U.S.: 26.4

Category Shiawassee Michigan United States Why It Matters
Median Household Income Income $67,404 $72,875 $80,734 Local earning context and purchasing power.
Per Capita Income Income $35,522 $40,735 $44,673 Broad comparison of income base.
Poverty Rate Stability 12.4% 13.4% 10.6% Economic pressure indicator.
Bachelor’s Degree+ (25+) Education 19.4% 33.1% 36.2% Workforce skill mix and opportunity profile.
HS Graduate+ (25+) Education 91.8% 92.8% 89.9% Baseline education attainment.
Violent Crime (per 100k) 301.6 434 359 Directional safety context for movers.
Property Crime (per 100k) 1,597.0 1,379 1,760 Theft and property-loss exposure context.
Broadband Subscriptions 89.2% 90.9% 89.6% Remote work/school readiness.
Median Home Value $171,600 $246,000 $332,700 Ownership affordability benchmark.
Median Gross Rent $899 $1,127 $1,413 Rent affordability for move-before-buy plans.

Income & Stability

HH Income $67,404 | $72,875 | $80,734
Per Capita $35,522 | $40,735 | $44,673
Poverty 12.4% | 13.4% | 10.6%

Education

Bachelor’s+ 19.4% | 33.1% | 36.2%
HS Grad+ 91.8% | 92.8% | 89.9%

Safety (per 100k)

Violent 301.6 | 434 | 359
Property 1,597 | 1,379 | 1,760

Housing & Daily Life

Home Value $171,600 | $246,000 | $332,700
Median Rent $899 | $1,127 | $1,413
Broadband 89.2% | 90.9% | 89.6%
Homeownership 80.1% | 72.8% | 65.2%
Commute 27.8 | 24.2 | 26.4 min

What this means for movers

  • Shiawassee remains attractive for buyers prioritizing affordability and ownership.
  • County-level lifestyle costs compare favorably to many state/national benchmarks.
  • Connectivity is competitive for remote and hybrid work needs.
  • Safety and education metrics should be reviewed alongside neighborhood-level fit.

Best-fit profiles

  • Households seeking more space for budget.
  • Buyers moving from higher-cost metros.
  • Remote workers wanting lower housing costs.
  • Families/retirees wanting small-market pace with regional access.
Need a neighborhood-by-neighborhood version?
Add school zone, commute corridor, and price-band cut views for even clearer buyer guidance.
Method note: Demographic/economic data uses U.S. Census QuickFacts. Crime comparisons may involve different reporting methodologies across providers; keep source labels visible on-page for transparency.
Sources used: Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, NAR, Realcomp/Michigan context, U.S. Census QuickFacts, USAFacts, and county crime source used in prior section.