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SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Clinton County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SAINT JOHNS, MI real estate market (48879) currently shows 44 active listings, with 15 pending sales. Homes are averaging 63 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.4% year-over-year, from $355,650 to $374,900.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 18,607  ·  Density: 37.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,321

Typical home value: $199,848  ·  Homeownership: 82.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
44
⇩ 35.3% vs 68 last year
Pending
15
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$374,900
⇧ 5.4% vs $355,650 last year
Average Price
$351,171
⇩ 5.4% vs $371,258 last year
Days on Market
63
⇧ 8.6% vs 58 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$196
vs $196/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,852 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 44 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 63 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $374,900 (+5.4% YoY)
  • Average: $351,171 (-5.4% 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 19.7 miles — 305 listings ($99,123,041 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48879Saint Johns, MI 488790.0 mi47$16,795,262$367,400$357,346
48853Maple Rapids, MI 488538.7 mi4$559,900$139,975$139,975
48866Ovid, MI 4886610.5 mi7$1,401,596$152,400$200,228
48831Elsie, MI 4883112.3 mi9$1,964,403$236,150$218,267
48873Pewamo, MI 4887313.0 mi1$105,000$105,000$105,000
48848Laingsburg, MI 4884814.0 mi16$8,591,856$418,675$536,991
48822Eagle, MI 4882215.0 mi7$4,334,575$553,666$619,225
48845Hubbardston, MI 4884515.5 mi3$1,596,000$532,000$532,000
48823East Lansing, MI 4882318.0 mi84$34,659,996$313,975$412,619
48851Lyons, MI 4885118.4 mi6$5,112,960$299,900$852,160
48915Lansing, MI 4891518.5 mi59$7,139,885$114,975$121,015
48933Lansing, MI 4893319.2 mi8$1,246,968$129,900$155,871
48917Lansing, MI 4891719.7 mi54$15,614,640$274,950$289,160

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

As of March 2026, there are 44 active listings in SAINT JOHNS, MI (zip code 48879), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

The median listing price in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 is $374,900 as of March 2026, a 5.4% increase from $355,650 the prior year.

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

Homes in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 spend an average of 63 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 24 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 63 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SAINT JOHNS, MI 48879 save an estimated $7,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $374,900. 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.