Best Time to Buy in Michigan
When Michigan home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
January
Most Expensive Month
June
Discount Opportunity
-15.2%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12,225 | $240.9K | $129 | -15.2% |
| February | 10,970 | $241.4K | $132 | -15.1% |
| March | 13,822 | $258.6K | $136 | -9.0% |
| April | 18,190 | $261.5K | $143 | -8.0% |
| May | 23,320 | $276.1K | $160 | -2.9% |
| June | 26,403 | $284.2K | $168 | peak |
| July | 21,582 | $273.3K | $162 | -3.8% |
| August | 22,958 | $275.8K | $166 | -2.9% |
| September | 19,002 | $264.1K | $159 | -7.0% |
| October | 16,727 | $259.9K | $152 | -8.5% |
| November | 16,644 | $255.5K | $133 | -10.1% |
| December | 15,431 | $246.1K | $128 | -13.4% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 217,274 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.