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BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Berrien County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
83
⇧ 13.7% vs 73 last year
Pending
29
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$144,900
⇩ 12.6% vs $165,750 last year
Average Price
$261,577
⇩ 19.6% vs $325,205 last year
Days on Market
58
⇩ 28.4% vs 81 days last year

Market Context

Population: 29,985  ·  Density: 172.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $36,647

Typical home value: $127,122  ·  Homeownership: 58.1%

Market Analysis

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

The BENTON HARBOR, MI real estate market (49022) currently shows 83 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 58 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 58 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.6% year-over-year, from $165,750 to $144,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 83 this year vs 73 last year
  • Days on market: 58 now vs 81 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $144,900 (-12.6% YoY)
  • Average: $261,577 (-19.6% 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 24.0 miles — 326 listings ($149,994,074 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
49022Benton Harbor, MI 490220.0 mi83$21,710,891$144,900$261,577
49085Saint Joseph, MI 490856.5 mi84$48,711,432$425,000$579,898
49098Watervliet, MI 490987.4 mi13$4,849,234$265,000$373,018
49127Stevensville, MI 4912710.8 mi14$8,800,708$539,900$628,622
49103Berrien Springs, MI 4910311.7 mi30$13,971,660$337,500$465,722
49043Covert, MI 4904313.0 mi5$1,771,850$339,900$354,370
49047Dowagiac, MI 4904714.7 mi59$24,898,944$298,500$422,016
49064Lawrence, MI 4906417.8 mi12$5,334,516$307,000$444,543
49013Bangor, MI 4901318.7 mi11$2,723,787$201,950$247,617
49125Sawyer, MI 4912519.1 mi6$4,001,250$584,500$666,875
49115Harbert, MI 4911521.5 mi1$1,387,000$1,387,000$1,387,000
49113Galien, MI 4911322.6 mi6$7,207,902$724,000$1,201,317
49116Lakeside, MI 4911624.0 mi2$4,624,900$2,312,450$2,312,450

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022?

As of January 2026, there are 83 active listings in BENTON HARBOR, MI (zip code 49022), compared to 73 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022?

The median listing price in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022 is $144,900 as of January 2026, a 12.6% decrease from $165,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022 spend an average of 58 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 81 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 58 days on market compared to 81 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BENTON HARBOR, MI 49022 save an estimated $2,898 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $144,900. 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.