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SOUTH LYON, MI 48178

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Oakland County
Seller's Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SOUTH LYON, MI real estate market (48178) currently shows 156 active listings, with 61 pending sales. Homes are averaging 31 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 20.2% year-over-year, from $588,725 to $469,990.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 36,842  ·  Density: 296.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $127,052

Typical home value: $359,786  ·  Homeownership: 91.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
156
⇩ 1.9% vs 159 last year
Pending
61
39% pending ratio
Median Price
$469,990
⇩ 20.2% vs $588,725 last year
Average Price
$503,285
⇩ 26.3% vs $683,077 last year
Days on Market
31
⇩ 11.4% vs 35 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$222
⇩ 3.9% vs $231/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,834 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 156 this year vs 159 last year
  • Days on market: 31 now vs 35 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $469,990 (-20.2% YoY)
  • Average: $503,285 (-26.3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 14.2 miles — 781 listings ($426,619,957 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48178South Lyon, MI 481780.0 mi124$68,059,756$472,040$548,869
48189Whitmore Lake, MI 481896.5 mi31$16,900,611$451,344$545,181
48168Northville, MI 481686.9 mi62$55,058,170$600,000$888,035
48139Hamburg, MI 481397.4 mi1$734,000$734,000$734,000
48393Wixom, MI 483938.0 mi38$15,597,518$360,000$410,461
48170Plymouth, MI 481708.6 mi87$63,318,426$524,950$727,798
48380Milford, MI 483809.3 mi11$10,358,854$738,749$941,714
48375Novi, MI 4837510.3 mi45$18,868,185$453,750$419,293
48187Canton, MI 4818712.0 mi73$34,056,909$389,805$466,533
48198Ypsilanti, MI 4819812.3 mi93$25,844,514$227,500$277,898
48382Commerce Township, MI 4838212.8 mi72$52,358,040$649,500$727,195
48331Farmington, MI 4833113.6 mi42$20,076,504$429,472$478,012
48188Canton, MI 4818814.2 mi102$45,388,470$412,450$444,985

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178?

As of April 2026, there are 156 active listings in SOUTH LYON, MI (zip code 48178), compared to 159 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178?

The median listing price in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178 is $469,990 as of April 2026, a 20.2% decrease from $588,725 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SOUTH LYON, MI?

Homes in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178 spend an average of 31 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 35 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, SOUTH LYON, MI 48178 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 31 days on market compared to 35 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SOUTH LYON, MI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTH LYON, MI 48178 save an estimated $9,400 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $469,990. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.