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Agent Pronto analyzes transaction data, agent specialties, and client reviews to handpick the best agents in your area. Updated for October 2026. *
* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Barry County real estate market. *
August 2026
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Aug 2026).
Inventory in Barry County has been edging higher, with active listings up compared with last year and reaching 225 in August. New listings are also above year-ago levels even after a recent monthly dip, adding more options for shoppers. At the same time, homes going under contract have slowed, with pending sales down from both the prior month and last year, signaling a cooler pace of deals.
Pricing is adjusting to this shift in activity. The typical home value sits around $309,000, slightly higher than last month but down more than 7 percent from a year ago, indicating some downward pressure over the longer term. Sellers are testing higher list prices, with the median list price up sharply year over year by about 20 percent, yet the share of homes selling above list has fallen and the average sale-to-list ratio has slipped to under 98 percent.
Time on market has tightened recently, dropping to a median of 13 days in August even as months of supply has climbed to 2.5, still below the statewide 2.9 months and consistent with a seller-leaning environment. Compared with Michigan overall, Barry County shows higher for-sale inventory growth and softer price appreciation, giving buyers a bit more negotiating room while still favoring prepared sellers. Buyers trying to navigate these mixed signals and sellers aiming to price correctly can both benefit from Agent Pronto’s help in finding a local agent who understands this market.
Barry County offers residents a balanced blend of outdoor recreation, strong schools, thriving local businesses, and a close-knit, supportive community with affordable living.
Barry County offers a quieter, more close‑knit lifestyle than nearby urban centers like Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, while still keeping everyday conveniences close at hand. The county’s identity is shaped by its chain of lakes, wooded hills, and small towns that share a strong sense of community and local pride.
Hastings serves as the county seat, with a walkable downtown, local shops, and events at Thornapple Plaza that bring residents together. Outdoor enthusiasts value year‑round access to Yankee Springs Recreation Area, Gun Lake, and miles of trails for hiking, biking, and winter sports. Families appreciate resources like Hastings Area School System and the Hastings Public Library, while smaller communities such as Middleville and Delton offer their own schools, youth sports, and civic groups.
Local dining and gathering spots, including destinations around Gun Lake County Park and along the Thornapple River, support a lifestyle where neighbors know one another and community events matter. Residents who commute to larger job centers often find Barry County a practical middle ground between rural space and regional access.
Whether you are preparing to list a lakefront cottage, move up into a larger family home, or secure your first place, timing and preparation are crucial in this competitive regional market. Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers in Barry County with the right real estate professional to plan ahead, move confidently, and make the most of local opportunities.
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“Marty is a true blue professional with heart! He made the entire process easier and made sure that I was taken care of. I cannot express how grateful I am for Marty. There's so much to include here from staging the home, landscaping, cleaning, and he made sure I knew I was important, he exceeded ever expectation I had. He is now a lifelong friend❣️”
“I love to work with you on getting my new house!”
“I put my house on the market while living in another state. Jeff took care of everything from dealing with contractors, to keeping my house secured. He kept me informed through the entire process. He is very professional and the result was my house selling within 10 days of being on the market.”
“Kathy was great. She was always available and was awesome when it came to negotiating prices for my home. She offered great advice and helped me with upgrades my home needed. She was knowledgeable and helped me find a home that met all my needs. I highly recommended Kathy as a realtor.”
“Angie went above and beyond whilst dealing with our initial exploration of properties and our ultimate purchase of one. She was extremely pleasant, attentive to detail and consistently available for questions and issues. She takes her fiduciary responsibility very seriously, and was honest and trustworthy.”
“Marie is amazing and I would work with her again in a heartbeat --- actually, I will be soon.”
“We got to know Allison during 3 separate transactions over a 3ish year process in Canaidan Lakes. We were lucky enough to build a strong trusting relationship, and found her support and knowledge of the region very important. We will certainly reach out to Allison again, if our real estate itch ever returns!”
“Tania was a gem from the start! I personally had already been through some, not great sales with different realtors so I was very nervous to go through this, especially when it was important to me personally. She was very good on maintaining contact and updates even if it was something small and she was very quick and resourceful! Tania was always readily available to answer any questions and to reassure the process. I would recommend her to anyone who was looking the sell or buy their home!”
“I had the privilege of working with Tiffanie in multiple capacities, from finding tenants for my property to successfully selling it. I wholeheartedly recommend her services. Right from the start, she went above and beyond to ensure I felt supported and informed every step of the way. Tiffanie genuinely cares about her clients, making sure they are never taken advantage of. Her meticulous attention to detail and proactive approach significantly impacted my experience. I always felt like I was her top priority. Whether she was answering my questions or negotiating on my behalf, Tiffanie was consistently on task and dedicated. If you’re in search of a realtor who truly cares and achieves results, Tiffanie is definitely the one to call!”
“Karah was a genuine asset in our home sale experience. We were so thankful that Tina recommended Karah as a realtor to help us sell our home.”
“My daughter is a real estate agent, but I needed to act right away when this listing popped up. Amy was all over it. Giving sound advice, knowing the seller, his agent, the property, and wasted no time scheduling a walk thru and submitting a subsequent offer for what was best for both myself and the seller. Honest, trustworthy, fair, and eager to do her job every step of the way. Couldn't be happier. Would not have closed the deal without her; and that's the truth.”
“Amy was very easy to work with and gave us valuable advice on increasing our listing price. The whole process working with Amy was very smooth. I have recommended her to several of my friends and they have also been extremely pleased with her.”
“Claudia made herself available at all times, She made sure we new what was going on at all times and anything we needed to do. My choose is Claudia every time. Very professional at her Job.”
“Where do I even begin? Tony was an absolute rockstar! He helped me purchase my first home from 2800 miles away - sight unseen. You may think I'm crazy for doing that, but it's due to Tony's competency as a realtor. The way he virtually showed me homes was excellent - as if I were there. He commonly pointed out potential issues and things to think about. Everything from custom wood encased windows that would eventually leak to where the gutters drain and the impact on asphalt over time. He didn't tell me what to do or make me feel less than for moving forwsrd with an offer on properites with issues - it was merely to know and understand any potential risks. When I was particularly down after multiple losses on offers, he said not to worry, we'd find my home - AND WE DID!!!!!!! I am so excited to have purchased my dream home. If I were to know someone who needed to buy a home in the area or from afar, I would hands down recommend Tony! Thanks so much Tony.”
“Dawn was courteous professional honest and trusting. She was highly recommended and rightfully so. Dawn was very timely in her responses. Took time to follow up on items I was responsible for. All these attributes culminated in a quick sale. Thank you Dawn!”
“Don Wurtzel is a true professional and master of his craft: responsive, knowledgeable and dedicated to his clients. Throughout the selling process, we had ease of mind knowing Don and his company, Cornerstone Real Estate, had out backs. We wouldn't hesitate to use his services again or recommend him.”
“Barketa is fantastic! She walked with us and pointed out things that maybe an issue. She was great at figuring out what met our needs. Barketa is straightforward and honest. We felt super comfortable when working with her. Barketa is a wonderful agent and if we have anything like this again, I would 100% work with her again. I would recommend her to anyone looking in the area”
“Katie was amazing and very quick to respond to us with any questions we had. She gave us so much information and extremely helpful.”
“We had an incredible experience working with Bryant Stuut to both buy and sell our home. Bryant was attentive, honest, incredibly responsive, and always willing to answer our many questions throughout the process. What stood out most was how well Bryant understood exactly what we were looking for. He never made us feel pressured and consistently gave us thoughtful, straightforward advice. When it came time to sell, he recommended several small, practical changes that we feel helped our home sell faster and for a higher price. Buying and selling a home can be very stressful, but Bryant made the entire experience feel manageable and gave us complete confidence along the way. I truly cannot say enough good things about him and would recommend Bryant to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.”
“In preparing for the sale and facilitating the final sale of a property with several difficulties, Angela Averill and her team were very helpful and exceptionally patient--particularly, her team members, Kylie and Dalanie, who were kind at the closing by listening to my frustrations regarding issues over which they had no control. This property sale helped our organization greatly and wouldn't have worked out as well without this great team of realtors. Thank you for everything!”
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Choosing a real estate agent to help you buy or sell property is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. You want to make sure your agent is an expert in your area, has a proven record helping people buy and sell similar homes to yours, and is well regarded by their previous clients. Let us know a few details about the property you are selling or the kind of home you want to buy, and Agent Pronto will match you with trusted real estate agents that have the experience you need. And before you interview an agent, check out our top five questions to ask a buyer’s agent and listing agent.
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