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ATHENS, MI 49011

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Calhoun County
Balanced Market
April 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The ATHENS, MI real estate market (49011) currently shows 6 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 53 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 23.6% year-over-year, from $241,950 to $184,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 2,463  ·  Density: 31.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,063

Typical home value: $117,351  ·  Homeownership: 85.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
6
⇩ 33.3% vs 9 last year
Pending
3
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$184,950
⇩ 23.6% vs $241,950 last year
Average Price
$273,138
⇩ 21.8% vs $349,275 last year
Days on Market
53
⇧ 120.8% vs 24 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$152
⇩ 2.6% vs $156/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,238 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 6 this year vs 9 last year
  • Days on market: 53 now vs 24 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $184,950 (-23.6% YoY)
  • Average: $273,138 (-21.8% 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 18.8 miles — 338 listings ($102,251,492 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
49011Athens, MI 490110.0 mi6$1,764,750$263,250$294,125
49051East Leroy, MI 490515.5 mi5$2,069,165$390,500$413,833
49089Sherwood, MI 490897.0 mi2$499,700$249,850$249,850
49066Leonidas, MI 490668.1 mi1$245,000$245,000$245,000
49040Colon, MI 4904010.6 mi11$3,325,058$229,925$302,278
49088Scotts, MI 4908811.8 mi10$4,090,120$354,950$409,012
49092Tekonsha, MI 4909212.8 mi3$513,675$171,225$171,225
49097Vicksburg, MI 4909713.7 mi31$12,173,359$306,225$392,689
49037Battle Creek, MI 4903716.1 mi60$8,487,960$140,000$141,466
49036Coldwater, MI 4903617.0 mi69$27,921,678$344,900$404,662
49028Bronson, MI 4902818.0 mi17$5,050,751$277,475$297,103
49048Kalamazoo, MI 4904818.3 mi68$14,230,836$169,925$209,277
49068Marshall, MI 4906818.8 mi55$21,879,440$282,963$397,808

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ATHENS, MI 49011?

As of April 2026, there are 6 active listings in ATHENS, MI (zip code 49011), compared to 9 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ATHENS, MI 49011?

The median listing price in ATHENS, MI 49011 is $184,950 as of April 2026, a 23.6% decrease from $241,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in ATHENS, MI 49011 spend an average of 53 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 24 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ATHENS, MI 49011?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of April 2026, ATHENS, MI 49011 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 3 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 53 days on market compared to 24 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ATHENS, MI 49011 save an estimated $3,699 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $184,950. 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.