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STERLING, MI 48659

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Arenac County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇧ 100% vs 3 last year
Pending
2
33% pending ratio
Median Price
$249,900
⇧ 26.5% vs $197,500 last year
Average Price
$345,950
⇧ 56.1% vs $221,667 last year
Days on Market
92
⇧ 46% vs 63 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,643  ·  Density: 13.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,279

Typical home value: $110,357  ·  Homeownership: 86.8%

Market Analysis

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

The STERLING, MI real estate market (48659) currently shows 6 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 92 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 26.5% year-over-year, from $197,500 to $249,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 3 last year
  • Days on market: 92 now vs 63 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $249,900 (+26.5% YoY)
  • Average: $345,950 (+56.1% 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 28.0 miles — 160 listings ($44,505,949 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48659Sterling, MI 486590.0 mi6$2,075,700$249,900$345,950
48749Omer, MI 487498.0 mi1$339,500$339,500$339,500
48613Bentley, MI 4861310.1 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
48756Prescott, MI 4875611.9 mi18$3,038,850$164,450$168,825
48770Whittemore, MI 4877017.0 mi4$980,000$245,000$245,000
48703Au Gres, MI 4870319.0 mi30$11,934,120$282,250$397,804
48661West Branch, MI 4866120.4 mi30$7,713,960$229,500$257,132
48635Lupton, MI 4863522.8 mi8$2,613,504$344,500$326,688
48739Hale, MI 4873923.9 mi15$4,545,450$252,000$303,030
48748National City, MI 4874824.8 mi11$3,953,543$237,450$359,413
48631Kawkawlin, MI 4863126.6 mi7$1,656,697$259,900$236,671
48654Rose City, MI 4865427.0 mi6$907,080$147,500$151,180
48656Saint Helen, MI 4865628.0 mi23$4,678,545$157,900$203,415

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in STERLING, MI 48659?

As of January 2026, there are 6 active listings in STERLING, MI (zip code 48659), compared to 3 the prior year.

What is the median home price in STERLING, MI 48659?

The median listing price in STERLING, MI 48659 is $249,900 as of January 2026, a 26.5% increase from $197,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in STERLING, MI 48659 spend an average of 92 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 63 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in STERLING, MI 48659?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, STERLING, MI 48659 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 92 days on market compared to 63 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in STERLING, MI 48659 save an estimated $4,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $249,900. 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.