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

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Benzie County is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since November 2023

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

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Benzie County, MI

How much do homes in Benzie County, MI cost?

Median Sold Price

$372,950

$238/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since November 2023

+$32,983(+9.7%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Benzie County have sold for 9.7% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Benzie County was $372,950 in November 2024, up 9.7% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $238.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
1 $215K$220K
+2.3%
2 $295K$338K
+14.6%
3 $315K$371K
+17.8%
4 $477.5K$412.5K
-13.6%
5+ $675K$969.5K
+43.6%

Summary: Benzie County housing prices by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 2.3%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 14.6%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 17.8%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 13.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 43.6%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Counties

Benzie County
+9.7%
Grand Traverse County
+6.7%
Leelanau County
-8.5%

Housing Supply in Benzie County, MI

How many homes are available in Benzie County, MI?

Number of Homes For Sale

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
10995-12.8%

Summary: The Benzie County real estate market had 95 homes for sale in November 2024, a 12.8% decrease compared to October 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
1 65
-16.7%
2 1612
-25.0%
3 5551
-7.3%
4 2518
-28.0%
5+ 79
+28.6%

Summary: The Benzie County housing inventory by bedroom type for November 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 16.7%, 2 bedroom homes decreased by 25%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 7.3%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 28%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 28.6%.

Number of Homes Sold

Oct 2024Nov 2024CHANGE
2226+18.2%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

14 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

3 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Benzie County, you may be able to get a good deal. 56% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 26 homes were sold or pending in Benzie County in November 2024, up by 18.2% month-over-month. Of the 25 sold homes, 56% were sold under asking, 32% were sold at asking, and 12% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Benzie County, MI

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

Average Sale Time

Nov 2023Nov 2024CHANGE
115 Days65 Days-42.9%

Summary: Homes in Benzie County had an average of 65 days on market in Nov 2024, down by 42.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

5 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

17 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

4 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Benzie County has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During November 2024, 26 homes were sold in Benzie County; 19% of homes were sold within 30 days, 65% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 15% of homes were sold over 90 days.

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

Report Updated 20 Days Ago

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