Detroit, MI metro area Housing Market

Warm Market

Comprehensive housing market data for the Detroit, MI metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$200K

11.1% YoY

Days on Market

37 days

19.4% YoY

Active Inventory

4,371

12.5% YoY

Homes Sold

1,288

7.3% YoY

Warm Market

The market is active with moderate buyer demand.

Detroit, MI metro area Market Summary

The Detroit, MI metro area housing market is heating up. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $200K, up 11.1% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 37 days on the market, 19.4% longer than a year ago.

There are 4,371 homes for sale — 12.5% more than last year. With 3.4 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 2,095 new listings were added during this period, down 2.7% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 97.4% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 31.0% of homes sell above their asking price. 25.6% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

62

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 3.4
Days on Market 37
Price Drops 25.6%
Sale-to-List Ratio 97.4%
Market Temperature Warm

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 54.2%
Days on Market (National: 55) 32.7%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 99.7%

vs. Michigan Median

Median Price (Michigan: $270K) 26.0%
Days on Market (Michigan: 40) 7.5%

Investor Takeaway

A significant share of sellers are cutting prices, which can signal motivated sellers and potential deals. Prices are 54% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.

Detroit, MI metro area Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$185K

Price per Sq Ft

$143

Sale-to-List Ratio

97.4%

Months of Supply

3.4

Sold Above List

31.0%

Price Drops

25.6%

New Listings

2,095

2.7% YoY

Pending Sales

1,777

Off Market in 2 Weeks

41.7%

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.