This Genesee County market update for January 2026 shows a seller-leaning environment powered by low inventory and strong closed-sale activity. With just 2.02 months of inventory, buyers are still competing for well-priced homes—while sellers benefit from limited supply.
Inventory stays tight, supporting sellers
Months of inventory fell to 2.02 (down 14.8% month over month), which typically keeps pricing firm and reduces how long homes sit—especially when homes are staged, priced correctly, and marketed well.
Prices rose as closings surged
January brought a median sold price of $184,750 (up 9.9% month over month) with 228 closed sales (up 31.9%). That combination points to solid demand and healthy buyer activity, even as winter usually slows the market.
How fast are homes selling?
Median days on market was 34 days (up about 9.7%). In practical terms: homes are still moving, but buyers may be taking slightly more time to compare options—especially with 789 active listings now on the market.
What buyers and sellers should do next
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Sellers: With inventory this low, it’s a strong window to list—especially if your home is move-in ready or priced near recent comps.
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Buyers: Be prepared. Homes are selling at about 96.9% of list price, so strategy matters: strong financing, clean offers, and smart timing can make the difference.
If you’d like a pricing snapshot for your neighborhood or a plan for buying/selling this year, I’m happy to help.
Warm regards,
Joyce England, REALTOR®
Keller Williams First
📞 810-513-3335
📧 [email protected]
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