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IDLEWILD, MI 49642

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
7
⇧ 16.7% vs 6 last year
Pending
3
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$136,750
⇩ 28.2% vs $190,500 last year
Average Price
$154,680
⇩ 18.7% vs $190,217 last year
Days on Market
59
⇩ 35.9% vs 92 days last year

Market Context

Population: 1,013  ·  Density: 25.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $25,798

Typical home value: $93,854  ·  Homeownership: 71.4%

Market Analysis

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

The IDLEWILD, MI real estate market (49642) currently shows 7 active listings, with 3 pending sales. Homes are averaging 59 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 28.2% year-over-year, from $190,500 to $136,750.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 7 this year vs 6 last year
  • Days on market: 59 now vs 92 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $136,750 (-28.2% YoY)
  • Average: $154,680 (-18.7% 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 26.7 miles — 174 listings ($67,099,617 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
49642Idlewild, MI 496420.0 mi7$1,082,760$136,750$154,680
49304Baldwin, MI 493045.6 mi36$16,631,028$222,400$461,973
49677Reed City, MI 4967711.4 mi12$2,566,584$177,450$213,882
49656Luther, MI 4965612.5 mi8$8,393,832$220,000$1,049,229
49402Branch, MI 4940213.8 mi7$3,467,800$599,000$495,400
49639Hersey, MI 4963918.7 mi6$1,271,700$205,000$211,950
49655Leroy, MI 4965519.4 mi11$3,588,387$275,000$326,217
49349White Cloud, MI 4934920.5 mi19$6,112,433$255,000$321,707
49405Custer, MI 4940521.0 mi6$1,595,178$257,450$265,863
49689Wellston, MI 4968924.1 mi10$1,670,560$179,900$167,056
49320Chippewa Lake, MI 4932025.4 mi1$424,900$424,900$424,900
49342Rodney, MI 4934225.8 mi5$1,291,165$219,900$258,233
49346Stanwood, MI 4934626.7 mi46$19,003,290$348,450$413,115

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IDLEWILD, MI 49642?

As of January 2026, there are 7 active listings in IDLEWILD, MI (zip code 49642), compared to 6 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IDLEWILD, MI 49642?

The median listing price in IDLEWILD, MI 49642 is $136,750 as of January 2026, a 28.2% decrease from $190,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in IDLEWILD, MI 49642 spend an average of 59 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 IDLEWILD, MI 49642?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, IDLEWILD, MI 49642 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 1 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 59 days on market compared to 92 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in IDLEWILD, MI 49642 save an estimated $2,735 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $136,750. 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.