Is Traverse City, MI a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Housing Market Conditions

Neutral
Market

Seller's
Market

Gauge showing Traverse City is a seller's market

Buyer's
Market

Difference Since October 2023

Since last year, Traverse City has remained a Seller's Market.

Key Takeaway

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

Housing Prices in Traverse City, MI

How much do homes in Traverse City, MI cost?

Median Sold Price

$446,781

$255/sqft

Based on all homes sold in the last 12 months.

Difference Since October 2023

+$12,715(+2.9%)

Key Takeaway

Homes in Traverse City have sold for 2.9% more than they did a year ago.

Summary: The median home sold price in Traverse City was $446,781 in October 2024, up 2.9% from last year, and the median price per square foot was $255.

Median Sold Price By Bedroom Count

# BEDSOct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
1 $285K$288.5K
+1.2%
2 $328K$329K
0.3%
3 $400K$408.8K
+2.2%
4 $572.5K$593.3K
+3.6%
5+ $799.5K$700K
-12.4%

Summary: Traverse City housing prices by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous year: The home price of 1 bedroom homes increased by 1.2%, 2 bedroom homes increased by 0.3%, 3 bedroom homes increased by 2.2%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 3.6%, and 5+ bedroom homes decreased by 12.4%.

Median Sold Price Compared To Nearby Cities

East Bay Township
+11.4%
Elmwood Charter Township
+3.4%
Traverse City
+2.9%
Garfield Charter Township
+1.4%

Housing Supply in Traverse City, MI

How many homes are available in Traverse City, MI?

Number of Homes For Sale

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
474499+5.3%

Summary: The Traverse City real estate market had 499 homes for sale in October 2024, a 5.3% increase compared to September 2024.

Homes For Sale By Bedroom Count

# BEDSSep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
1 2325
+8.7%
2 110110
0.0%
3 171179
+4.7%
4 122134
+9.8%
5+ 4851
+6.3%

Summary: The Traverse City housing inventory by bedroom type for October 2024 compared to the previous month: The inventory of 1 bedroom homes increased by 8.7%, 2 bedroom homes remained the same, 3 bedroom homes increased by 4.7%, 4 bedroom homes increased by 9.8%, and 5+ bedroom homes increased by 6.3%.

Number of Homes Sold

Sep 2024Oct 2024CHANGE
10188-12.9%

Asking Price vs. Sold Price

41 Homes Were Sold
Under Asking

23 Homes Were Sold
At Asking

19 Homes Were Sold
Over Asking

Asking vs Sold - buyer

Key Takeaway

If you're buying a home in Traverse City, you may be able to get a good deal. 49.4% of homes here sold below asking price last month.

Summary: A total of 88 homes were sold or pending in Traverse City in October 2024, down by 12.9% month-over-month. Of the 83 sold homes, 49% were sold under asking, 28% were sold at asking, and 23% were sold over asking.

Days on Market for Traverse City, MI

How long does it take to sell a home in Traverse City, MI?

Average Sale Time

Oct 2023Oct 2024CHANGE
58 Days73 Days+26.1%

Summary: Homes in Traverse City had an average of 73 days on market in Oct 2024, up by 26.1% compared to last year.

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

13 Homes Were Sold
Under 30 Days

53 Homes Were Sold
In 30 - 90 Days

22 Homes Were Sold
Over 90 Days

Breakdown of Home Sale Times

Key Takeaway

Avg time on Rocket Homes in Traverse City has remained consistent over time.

Summary: During October 2024, 88 homes were sold in Traverse City; 15% of homes were sold within 30 days, 60% of homes were sold within 30 to 90 days, and 25% 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 17 Days Ago

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