“Doug was a pleasure to work with, selling our old home and buying our new home. His expertise is obvious and negotiation skills exceptional. Low fees too. Highly recommend”
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Lake County real estate Market Report.
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Lake County real estate market. *
Latest Monthly Snapshot
September 2026
Median sale price
$211K
+5.5%
from Aug '26
Median list price
$209K
+22%
from Aug '26
Active listings
165
+3.1%
from Aug '26
Homes sold
27
+3.8%
from Aug '26
New pendings
36
No change
from Aug '26
New listings
35
-24%
from Aug '26
Monthly Pricing Trends for Lake County
Monthly data for the latest available year.
Median sale price
Median list price
Monthly Inventory and Sales Activity for Lake County
Monthly supply and activity totals for the latest available year.
Active listings
Homes sold
New pendings
New listings
46
Neutral Market
Seller’s Market
Buyer’s Market
0
20
40
60
80
100
0
25
50
75
100
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Sep 2026).
Lake County currently sits in a neutral market, with a market gauge reading of 46 out of 100. With 4.9 months of supply compared with Michigan’s 3.1 months, buyers have more options locally even though conditions are not strongly tilted in their favor.
Prices show mixed signals, helping explain this balanced picture. The typical home value of about $211,000 is down more than 8 percent year over year, yet the median list price has jumped nearly 20 percent over the same period, suggesting sellers are testing higher asking prices even as closed values soften.
Activity levels add more nuance to the balance between buyers and sellers. Active listings are up nearly 19 percent from a year ago and pending sales have surged almost 28 percent, while homes are taking longer to sell with median days on market up 12 percent year over year to 50 days, so Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who can navigate these shifting dynamics.
Learn more about what Lake County has to offer.
Lake County offers residents a close-knit community, abundant outdoor recreation around its scenic lakes, reliable local services, and a high quality of life rooted in natural beauty and neighborly spirit.
Lake County is a rural, recreation‑oriented county known for its quiet communities, thousands of acres of public land, and easy access to lakes and rivers. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life with practical connections to larger hubs like Grand Rapids and Muskegon for jobs, shopping, and health care.
Daily life centers on small towns such as Baldwin, which hosts the long‑running Blessing of the Bikes and anchors local services, schools, and dining. Outdoor amenities are a major draw. The Pere Marquette River offers nationally regarded fishing and paddling, while the Manistee National Forest provides miles of trails for hiking, ORV use, and winter sports. Families value easy access to parks like Oxbow Park along the Baldwin River for everyday recreation.
Infrastructure is straightforward, with U.S. 10 and M‑37 linking Lake County to Ludington and Big Rapids for broader shopping and employment. The county’s mix of full‑time homes, cottages, and hunting camps means buyers and sellers must navigate seasonal use, private road access, and waterfront regulations.
A local real estate agent who understands Lake County’s townships, recreational amenities, and property nuances can simplify decisions, anticipate issues, and reduce stress. Agent Pronto connects both buyers and sellers with the right local expert to make that process smoother and more confident.
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“Eric was incredible as we navigated the entire real estate process. We were selling a house for the first time, as well as buying a new construction house. He explained everything in detail for the processes and made sure to answer any questions we had. When we needed answers from other people, he made sure to track them down or follow up so we could get the information we needed. He was incredible at listening to our needs and making sure we got what we wanted/needed out of both the buying and selling process. We would recommend him a million times over!”
Icon Realty Group LLC
“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.”
Century 21 Signature
“I couldn’t have asked for a better agent as a first time homebuyer! Kevin was knowledgeable and had amazing recommendations of outside services I needed in the process. He was always quick to respond to any questions and without having anything to compare him to, I’m certain he went above and beyond to make this experience great for me!”
ERA Real Estate ERA Greater North Properties
“Having worked with Jay multiple times, we already knew his expertise, market knowledge, and dedication were second to none, but he continues to raise the bar. He is responsive, incredibly thorough, and always goes above and beyond to ensure everything runs smoothly.”
RE/MAX OF GRAND RAPIDS
“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!”
Century 21 Rockgate
“Scott was fantastic to work with and helped us get a great deal in a highly competitive market. He was incredibly responsive, knowledgeable about the area, and always made sure we felt confident throughout the process. We especially appreciated that he was never pushy and genuinely focused on helping us find the right house rather than rushing us into a decision. We are very happy with our new home and would highly recommend Scott to anyone looking for a realtor.”
Five Star Real Estate
“Ben did a fantastic job making sure all my questions were answered and giving real feedback on the homes we toured; I never felt like he was trying to convince me to buy. His genuine care for clients is clear, and he had great knowledge throughout the process. Highly recommend Ben to anyone looking to buy a home.”
Lucas Howard Group - Keller Williams Grand Rapids
“You led me to Sam Masteller and HE is an angel!”
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
“Sean helped with finding and purchasing a home. He was very responsive and made arrangements to see many homes and vacant properties in a very timely matter. Many within 24hrs. Thanks Sean!”
Crossroads Realty of Michigan
“Darrin did an excellent job with the sale of our home. We were very upfront about wanting a quick process and Darrin took care of everything. We are very pleased with how simple he made the process for us.”
FIVE STAR RE
“We cannot recommend Amy Meyers enough. She was patient as we saw 59 houses in 2.5 months. Between classes for school, full time jobs, and many other appointments and meetings - we have no spare time. So it was really important that the person we spent all our free time looking at houses with was someone we enjoyed. She educated us on what to look for in homes. She communicated with the sellers' realtors and found out answers to questions before I even had to ask. We looked at a house near my work and she timed her drive from my work to the house so she could tell me it was “only 7 minutes and 30 seconds away”. She got to know us so well and we could tell she truly wanted what was best for us. Amy is the reason our offer was accepted. Her professional documentation, knowledge, and communication made our experience a great one. We will 100% use her again if we ever need to buy/sell.”
RE/MAX REMAX West
“Michelle did an excellent job working with me to get the house down to a price point that made sense. She’s very knowledgeable on how to structure a deal and what works with sellers. Also stuck with me through a very long negotiation and was very responsive throughout. She brought a great team of lenders / insurance agents / inspectors (who I’d recommend and use in the future too)”
Epique Realty
“Amber did a wonderful job helping us with our home purchase. We were able to close very quickly in only 6 weeks. She also comminicated very well with the selling agent and was able to negotiate for us. Not only did she help us buy our forever home, she brought us buyers for our home we were selling. She is an amazing person and a great realtor. We highly recommend working with her.”
RE/MAX Together
“We moved to Grand Rapids from St Louis. Jeff was great at getting us in houses and using FaceTime to walk us through virtually. We started looking in Jan 2020 and continued through the start of the Covid pandemic. Due to low supply and high demand we went through multiple offers before finally getting our house. Jeff was quick to get paperwork going and prompt to follow up throughout the process. We didn't miss out on a thing even while being out of state during a pandemic, it really speaks to Jeff's dedication, understanding of what we wanted and knowing the local area. I would highly recommend Jeff to friends and family.”
Keller Williams GR East
“Professional service, quick sale, and got a fair price for the property.”
Greenridge Realty / Team Stuckey
“Yvonne is an awesome agent to work with. She is patient and kind, which are incredibly important characteristics to have as a realtor. I enjoyed my time with Yvonne and she gained my trust immediately.”
Rivertown Real Estate LLC
“While on our way to meet with another agent, we randomly met Kim in an open house and immediately felt comfortable speaking with her about our needs/wants and we told her that our time was valuable since we lived out of state. We only had one week to look at houses and after meeting with two other agents, there was no question that Kim was our match. She was the ONLY one who kept our needs first and foremost. It was extremely refreshing to work with someone who is so personable and friendly, and by far the most professional agent we met with. Kim is also incredibly responsive and always took the time to answer our questions, which we had plenty. From the search to the final negotiations, there is nothing more she could have done different to make buying our first home a more enjoyable experience. If you've read this far then it's time to contact her, it will be the best decision you make. Can't thank you enough, Kim!”
Five Star Real Estate
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