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LAKE CITY, MI 49651

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
26
⇧ 4% vs 25 last year
Pending
6
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$279,900
⇧ 15.4% vs $242,450 last year
Average Price
$356,665
⇧ 18.4% vs $301,360 last year
Days on Market
84
⇩ 15.2% vs 99 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,647  ·  Density: 12.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $57,654

Typical home value: $153,021  ·  Homeownership: 81.9%

Market Analysis

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

The LAKE CITY, MI real estate market (49651) currently shows 26 active listings, with 6 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 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 84 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.4% year-over-year, from $242,450 to $279,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 26 this year vs 25 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 99 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $279,900 (+15.4% YoY)
  • Average: $356,665 (+18.4% 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 32.3 miles — 248 listings ($98,824,777 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
49651Lake City, MI 496510.0 mi26$9,273,290$279,900$356,665
49633Fife Lake, MI 4963311.9 mi18$6,059,700$245,000$336,650
49657McBain, MI 4965712.9 mi3$659,700$219,900$219,900
48630Houghton Lake Heights, MI 4863017.3 mi3$810,900$270,300$270,300
49680South Boardman, MI 4968018.4 mi0$0$474,900$474,900
49646Kalkaska, MI 4964623.1 mi32$11,147,424$303,000$348,357
49649Kingsley, MI 4964923.8 mi32$13,385,088$419,900$418,284
48653Roscommon, MI 4865325.6 mi49$14,681,478$239,000$299,622
49696Traverse City, MI 4969626.8 mi33$17,549,895$480,000$531,815
49668Mesick, MI 4966829.7 mi7$2,587,319$288,000$369,617
49620Buckley, MI 4962029.9 mi6$1,732,350$284,950$288,725
49676Rapid City, MI 4967632.0 mi16$16,259,088$890,000$1,016,193
48656Saint Helen, MI 4865632.3 mi23$4,678,545$157,900$203,415

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LAKE CITY, MI 49651?

As of January 2026, there are 26 active listings in LAKE CITY, MI (zip code 49651), compared to 25 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LAKE CITY, MI 49651?

The median listing price in LAKE CITY, MI 49651 is $279,900 as of January 2026, a 15.4% increase from $242,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LAKE CITY, MI 49651 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 99 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LAKE CITY, MI 49651?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LAKE CITY, MI 49651 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 84 days on market compared to 99 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LAKE CITY, MI 49651 save an estimated $5,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $279,900. 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.