Market Intelligence Report — MI-660

Big Rapids, MI

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-MI-09
As of the latest 2026 data
Cooling

Median Listing

$291K
-3.4% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.33
-18.4% YoY

Active Inventory

180
+25.1% YoY

Median DOM

66 Days
+14.3% YoY

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The market is experiencing a cooling trend, evidenced by a median listing price decline of 1.4% month-over-month and a notable 25.1% year-over-year increase in active listings. The pending ratio remains low at 0.33, indicating demand absorption is lagging compared to available supply.

Local Market Signals

Source: FRED (St. Louis Fed)

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Big Rapids market right now.

Active listings have expanded significantly by 25.1% year-over-year, while new listings decreased by 17.9% over the past year. Concurrently, the median listing price has seen a 3.4% year-over-year reduction, alongside a 1.4% month-over-month decline. The pending ratio also shows a substantial year-over-year decrease of 18.4%, suggesting a shift in market dynamics.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$291K-1.4% MoM

Active Inventory

180+25.1% YoY

Days on Market

66+14.3% YoY

Sold Score™

35-18.4% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

35
Oct 23Sep 26

Price & Days on Market

Median listing vs market velocity

Price DOM
Oct 23Sep 26

Inventory Dynamics

Total active listings vs new monthly supply

Active New listings
Oct 23May 24Dec 24Jul 25Feb 26Sep 26

Sourced from Realtor.com RDC Inventory Core Metrics, supplemented by the Primpted research desk. Updated As of the latest 2026 data.

Market Signals & Indicators

Negotiating Leverage

The expansion in active listings and the low pending ratio suggest a market where inventory pressure is reduced, allowing for greater consideration by prospective purchasers. The increase in median days on market to 66 days, coupled with a higher price-reduced share of 28.5%, indicates a slower pace of transactions and underscores the importance of price discipline for listings.

Luxury Segment

The average listing price of $354,370 shows a 2.8% year-over-year decrease, while the median listing price is down 3.4% year-over-year. Despite this, the median price per square foot has seen a modest 1.8% year-over-year increase, suggesting some stability in per-square-foot valuations even as overall prices decline.

Supply Dynamics

180 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 46 per month.

Pricing Pressure
28.5%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +4.5% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved +1.8% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.33

Pending-to-active ratio — Cooling.

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Cooling

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Buyer Demand Index
33%
Median Days on Market
66 days
Inventory YoY
+25%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Big Rapids, MI
CBSA Code
13660
State
MI

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Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Big Rapids?+

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Big Rapids metro is classified as Cooling. Pending ratio is 0.33 with median days on market at 66.

  • Are home prices dropping in Big Rapids?+

    Median listing price is $291K, -3.4% year over year. 28.5% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Big Rapids?+

    The typical listing sits 66 days on market, a +14.3% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 46 per month.

  • What's happening in the Big Rapids luxury market?+

    The average listing price of $354,370 shows a 2.8% year-over-year decrease, while the median listing price is down 3.4% year-over-year. Despite this, the median price per square foot has seen a modest 1.8% year-over-year increase, suggesting some stability in per-square-foot valuations even as overall prices decline.

  • Where can I find a trusted Big Rapids real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Big Rapids agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

As of the latest 2026 data · CBSA 13660 · 36mo history