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WEST BRANCH, MI 48661

Real Estate Market Report
Buyer's Market
June 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The WEST BRANCH, MI real estate market (48661) currently shows 64 active listings, with 16 pending sales. Homes are averaging 38 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.7% year-over-year, from $257,475 to $277,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 10,538  ·  Density: 15.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $56,349

Typical home value: $151,124  ·  Homeownership: 78.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
64
⇧ 14.3% vs 56 last year
Pending
16
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$277,400
⇧ 7.7% vs $257,475 last year
Average Price
$292,818
⇧ 3.7% vs $282,423 last year
Days on Market
38
⇧ 15.2% vs 33 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$173
⇧ 5.5% vs $164/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,504 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 64 this year vs 56 last year
  • Days on market: 38 now vs 33 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $277,400 (+7.7% YoY)
  • Average: $292,818 (+3.7% 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 29.6 miles — 237 listings ($63,282,915 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48661West Branch, MI 486610.0 mi34$9,070,860$236,175$266,790
48656Saint Helen, MI 4865610.8 mi23$5,664,095$167,975$246,265
48610Alger, MI 4861014.3 mi14$3,452,022$236,185$246,573
48636Luzerne, MI 4863618.0 mi8$2,248,440$119,900$281,055
48743Long Lake, MI 4874319.8 mi1$1,400,000$1,400,000$1,400,000
48739Hale, MI 4873920.4 mi22$6,005,582$239,925$272,981
48653Roscommon, MI 4865321.1 mi45$11,609,280$225,000$257,984
48624Gladwin, MI 4862421.6 mi61$17,836,644$224,925$292,404
48766Twining, MI 4876624.7 mi8$2,250,400$249,500$281,300
48630Houghton Lake Heights, MI 4863026.3 mi3$810,900$270,300$270,300
48613Bentley, MI 4861327.0 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
48658Standish, MI 4865828.4 mi14$2,228,492$133,675$159,178
48621Fairview, MI 4862129.6 mi3$637,200$212,400$212,400

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661?

As of June 2026, there are 64 active listings in WEST BRANCH, MI (zip code 48661), compared to 56 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661?

The median listing price in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 is $277,400 as of June 2026, a 7.7% increase from $257,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 spend an average of 38 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 33 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of June 2026, WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 38 days on market compared to 33 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 save an estimated $5,548 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $277,400. 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.