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SANFORD, MI 48657

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Midland County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
19
⇧ 11.8% vs 17 last year
Pending
9
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$290,000
⇧ 21.4% vs $238,900 last year
Average Price
$361,322
⇧ 58.9% vs $227,452 last year
Days on Market
41
⇩ 46.8% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,506  ·  Density: 47.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,414

Typical home value: $164,352  ·  Homeownership: 85.8%

Market Analysis

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

The SANFORD, MI real estate market (48657) currently shows 19 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 41 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 21.4% year-over-year, from $238,900 to $290,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 19 this year vs 17 last year
  • Days on market: 41 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $290,000 (+21.4% YoY)
  • Average: $361,322 (+58.9% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 25.9 miles — 459 listings ($143,934,782 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48657Sanford, MI 486570.0 mi19$6,865,118$290,000$361,322
48618Coleman, MI 486187.1 mi12$3,728,040$270,000$310,670
48642Midland, MI 486429.7 mi58$23,899,538$369,000$412,061
48883Shepherd, MI 4888316.9 mi15$4,168,080$249,000$277,872
48617Clare, MI 4861717.5 mi14$3,307,808$227,444$236,272
48634Linwood, MI 4863418.6 mi7$1,382,080$219,900$197,440
48623Freeland, MI 4862319.4 mi38$18,522,948$444,950$487,446
48858Mount Pleasant, MI 4885819.8 mi100$26,592,400$231,500$265,924
48613Bentley, MI 4861320.8 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
48662Wheeler, MI 4866221.2 mi1$230,000$230,000$230,000
48650Pinconning, MI 4865022.4 mi21$4,151,343$179,445$197,683
48706Bay City, MI 4870624.5 mi110$31,869,640$239,900$289,724
48603Saginaw, MI 4860325.9 mi63$19,148,787$289,900$303,949

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANFORD, MI 48657?

As of January 2026, there are 19 active listings in SANFORD, MI (zip code 48657), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANFORD, MI 48657?

The median listing price in SANFORD, MI 48657 is $290,000 as of January 2026, a 21.4% increase from $238,900 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANFORD, MI 48657 spend an average of 41 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANFORD, MI 48657?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SANFORD, MI 48657 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 2 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 41 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANFORD, MI 48657 save an estimated $5,800 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $290,000. 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.