Is Barry County, MI a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Barry County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since May 2023

Since last year, Barry County has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Barry County is a Sellers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be higher and homes sell faster.

Housing Prices in Barry County, MI

How much do homes in Barry County, MI cost?

Median Sold Price

$277,812

$191/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since May 2023

+$21,562(+8.4%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Barry County have sold for 8.4% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Barry County was $277,812 in May 2024, up 8.4% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $191.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSMay 2023May 2024CHANGE
1 $166.1K$178.5K
+7.4%
2 $196.4K$200K
+1.8%
3 $235K$267.6K
+13.9%
4 $320K$308K
-3.8%
5+ $325K$399.9K
+23.0%

Summary: Barry County housing prices by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 7.4%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 1.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 13.9%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 3.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 23%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Eaton County
+14.2%
Ionia County
+11.1%
Barry County
+8.4%
Kent County
+7.3%
Allegan County
+6.0%

Housing Supply in Barry County, MI

How many homes are available in Barry County, MI?

Number of Homes For Sale

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
145177+22.1%

Summary: The Barry County real estate market had 177 homes for sale in May 2024, a 22.1% increase compared to April 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSApr 2024May 2024CHANGE
1 13
+200.0%
2 1719
+11.8%
3 6780
+19.4%
4 4055
+37.5%
5+ 2020
0.0%

Summary: The Barry County housing inventory by bedroom type for May 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 200%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 11.8%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 19.4%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 37.5%, and 5+ bedroom homes remained the same.

Number of Homes Sold

Apr 2024May 2024CHANGE
3748+29.7%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

16 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

11 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

21 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Barry County, you could pay more than the asking price. 43.8% of homes here sold above asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 48 homes were sold or pending in Barry County in May 2024, up by 29.7% month-over-month. Of the 48 sold homes, 33% were sold under asking, 23% were sold at asking, and 44% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Barry County, MI

How long does it take to sell a home in Barry County, MI?

Average Sale Time

May 2023May 2024CHANGE
24 Days24 Days-3.0%

Summary: Homes in Barry County had an average of 24 days on market in May 2024, down by 3% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

36 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

9 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

3 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Many homes in Barry County are selling fast, if you're buying plan to act quickly.

Summary: During May 2024, 48 homes were sold in Barry County; 75% of homes were sold within 30 days, 19% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 6% of homes were sold over 90 days.

Housing Market Reports are calculated by Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on information from the MLS.

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