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BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
62
⇩ 1.6% vs 63 last year
Pending
21
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$146,350
⇧ 17.1% vs $124,950 last year
Average Price
$149,363
⇧ 14.4% vs $130,537 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 105.3% vs 38 days last year

Market Context

Population: 20,687  ·  Density: 413.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,293

Typical home value: $83,242  ·  Homeownership: 57.2%

Market Analysis

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

The BATTLE CREEK, MI real estate market (49037) currently shows 62 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 17.1% year-over-year, from $124,950 to $146,350.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 62 this year vs 63 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 38 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $146,350 (+17.1% YoY)
  • Average: $149,363 (+14.4% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 18.5 miles — 432 listings ($138,276,192 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
49037Battle Creek, MI 490370.0 mi62$9,260,506$146,350$149,363
49017Battle Creek, MI 490174.8 mi73$17,632,931$215,000$241,547
49014Battle Creek, MI 490147.3 mi47$10,141,613$167,950$215,779
49053Galesburg, MI 490539.3 mi19$10,898,115$319,500$573,585
49051East Leroy, MI 4905110.5 mi3$1,087,500$362,500$362,500
49083Richland, MI 4908311.2 mi40$23,873,400$399,450$596,835
49021Bellevue, MI 4902112.7 mi7$2,475,900$374,900$353,700
49088Scotts, MI 4908813.7 mi8$3,371,736$354,950$421,467
49029Burlington, MI 4902915.5 mi4$637,000$159,250$159,250
49004Kalamazoo, MI 4900416.0 mi40$11,016,920$239,950$275,423
49068Marshall, MI 4906816.2 mi56$21,425,376$277,788$382,596
49007Kalamazoo, MI 4900717.6 mi28$5,264,560$159,900$188,020
49002Portage, MI 4900218.5 mi45$21,190,635$359,000$470,903

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037?

As of January 2026, there are 62 active listings in BATTLE CREEK, MI (zip code 49037), compared to 63 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037?

The median listing price in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037 is $146,350 as of January 2026, a 17.1% increase from $124,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 38 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 38 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037 save an estimated $2,927 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $146,350. 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.