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SANFORD, MI 48657

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Midland County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The SANFORD, MI real estate market (48657) currently shows 17 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 30 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.4% year-over-year, from $248,725 to $264,750.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,506  ·  Density: 47.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $67,414

Typical home value: $164,352  ·  Homeownership: 85.8%

Market Overview

Active Listings
17
vs 17 last year
Pending
8
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$264,750
⇧ 6.4% vs $248,725 last year
Average Price
$331,497
⇧ 37.8% vs $240,643 last year
Days on Market
30
⇩ 77.1% vs 131 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$160
⇧ 9.6% vs $146/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,814 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Days on market: 30 now vs 131 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $264,750 (+6.4% YoY)
  • Average: $331,497 (+37.8% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 25.9 miles — 459 listings ($143,934,782 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
48657Sanford, MI 486570.0 mi19$6,865,118$290,000$361,322
48618Coleman, MI 486187.1 mi12$3,728,040$270,000$310,670
48642Midland, MI 486429.7 mi58$23,899,538$369,000$412,061
48883Shepherd, MI 4888316.9 mi15$4,168,080$249,000$277,872
48617Clare, MI 4861717.5 mi14$3,307,808$227,444$236,272
48634Linwood, MI 4863418.6 mi7$1,382,080$219,900$197,440
48623Freeland, MI 4862319.4 mi38$18,522,948$444,950$487,446
48858Mount Pleasant, MI 4885819.8 mi100$26,592,400$231,500$265,924
48613Bentley, MI 4861320.8 mi1$69,000$69,000$69,000
48662Wheeler, MI 4866221.2 mi1$230,000$230,000$230,000
48650Pinconning, MI 4865022.4 mi21$4,151,343$179,445$197,683
48706Bay City, MI 4870624.5 mi110$31,869,640$239,900$289,724
48603Saginaw, MI 4860325.9 mi63$19,148,787$289,900$303,949

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SANFORD, MI 48657?

As of February 2026, there are 17 active listings in SANFORD, MI (zip code 48657), compared to 17 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SANFORD, MI 48657?

The median listing price in SANFORD, MI 48657 is $264,750 as of February 2026, a 6.4% increase from $248,725 the prior year.

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

Homes in SANFORD, MI 48657 spend an average of 30 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 131 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SANFORD, MI 48657?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SANFORD, MI 48657 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory levels are unchanged compared to last year. Homes are selling faster, averaging 30 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SANFORD, MI 48657 save an estimated $5,295 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $264,750. 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.