Is Lower East, MI a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Lower East is a buyer's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since December 2023

At the same time last year, Lower East was a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

Lower East is a Buyers Housing Market, which means prices tend to be lower and homes stay on the market longer.

Housing Prices in Lower East, MI

How much do homes in Lower East, MI cost?

Median Sold Price

$110,000

$76/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since December 2023

-$5,000(-4.3%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Lower East have sold for 4.3% less than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Lower East was $110,000 in December 2024, down 4.3% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $76.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSDec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
1 $48K$81.5K
+69.8%
2 $67.5K$107.4K
+59.1%
3 $110.3K$103K
-6.7%
4 $140K$134.9K
-3.6%
5+ $164.5K$210K
+27.7%

Summary: Lower East housing prices by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 69.8%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 59.1%, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 6.7%, 4 bedroom homes decreased by 3.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 27.7%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Neighborhoods

East Riverside
+25.8%
Foch
+22.3%
Lower East
-4.3%

Housing Supply in Lower East, MI

How many homes are available in Lower East, MI?

Number of Homes For Sale

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
409403-1.5%

Summary: The Lower East real estate market had 403 homes for sale in December 2024, a 1.5% decrease compared to November 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSNov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
1 2322
-4.3%
2 5555
0.0%
3 231219
-5.2%
4 6874
+8.8%
5+ 3233
+3.1%

Summary: The Lower East housing inventory by bedroom type for December 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes decreased by 4.3%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes decreased by 5.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 8.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 3.1%.

Number of Homes Sold

Nov 2024Dec 2024CHANGE
5943-27.1%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

23 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

8 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

12 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Lower East, you may be able to get a good deal. 53.5% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 43 homes were sold or pending in Lower East in December 2024, down by 27.1% month-over-month. Of the 43 sold homes, 53% were sold under asking, 19% were sold at asking, and 28% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Lower East, MI

How long does it take to sell a home in Lower East, MI?

Average Sale Time

Dec 2023Dec 2024CHANGE
71 Days47 Days-32.9%

Summary: Homes in Lower East had an average of 47 days on market in Dec 2024, down by 32.9% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

25 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

12 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

6 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

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

Summary: During December 2024, 43 homes were sold in Lower East; 58% of homes were sold within 30 days, 28% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 14% 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 2 Days Ago

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