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WEST BRANCH, MI 48661

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Ogemaw County
Seller's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇩ 25% vs 40 last year
Pending
5
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$229,500
⇩ 7.2% vs $247,175 last year
Average Price
$257,132
⇩ 6% vs $273,486 last year
Days on Market
72
⇩ 21.7% vs 92 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The WEST BRANCH, MI real estate market (48661) currently shows 30 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 7.2% year-over-year, from $247,175 to $229,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 40 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $229,500 (-7.2% YoY)
  • Average: $257,132 (-6% 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 29.6 miles — 233 listings ($63,608,221 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48661West Branch, MI 486610.0 mi30$7,713,960$229,500$257,132
48656Saint Helen, MI 4865610.8 mi23$4,678,545$157,900$203,415
48610Alger, MI 4861014.3 mi12$2,880,240$211,950$240,020
48636Luzerne, MI 4863618.0 mi10$2,307,580$119,900$230,758
48743Long Lake, MI 4874319.8 mi1$1,400,000$1,400,000$1,400,000
48739Hale, MI 4873920.4 mi15$4,545,450$252,000$303,030
48653Roscommon, MI 4865321.1 mi49$14,681,478$239,000$299,622
48624Gladwin, MI 4862421.6 mi62$19,384,858$234,461$312,659
48766Twining, MI 4876624.7 mi6$1,827,360$299,000$304,560
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 mi18$2,673,000$137,450$148,500
48621Fairview, MI 4862129.6 mi3$635,850$211,950$211,950

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 30 active listings in WEST BRANCH, MI (zip code 48661), compared to 40 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 is $229,500 as of January 2026, a 7.2% decrease from $247,175 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 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 92 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 January 2026, WEST BRANCH, MI 48661 is currently a Seller's Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are selling faster, averaging 72 days on market compared to 92 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 $4,590 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $229,500. 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.