Market Intelligence Report — MI-950

Petoskey, MI

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

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

Median Listing

$672K
-9.1% YoY

Pending Ratio

0.04
-1.4% YoY

Active Inventory

392
+37.5% YoY

Median DOM

75 Days
+14.5% YoY

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The Petoskey, MI market is categorized as Very Weak, primarily driven by a critically low pending ratio of 0.04, indicating severely constrained demand absorption. This is further accentuated by a year-over-year decline of 1.4% in the pending ratio. Active listings have expanded substantially, with a 37.5% increase over the past year, contributing to significant inventory pressure.

Local Market Signals

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Market Analysis

What's moving the Petoskey market right now.

Inventory levels have seen a notable increase, with active listings up 37.5% over the past year to 392 units. Concurrently, new listings experienced a modest decline of 5.1% year-over-year. Demand, as measured by the pending ratio, remains exceptionally low at 0.04, reflecting a considerable disconnect between available supply and buyer engagement. Median listing prices have retracted, showing a 9.1% year-over-year decrease and a 3.9% month-over-month decline, while the share of price-reduced properties has risen by 3.4% year-over-year to 20.2%.

Historical Analysis

Market Trends

Median Price

$672K-3.9% MoM

Active Inventory

392+37.5% YoY

Days on Market

75+14.5% YoY

Sold Score™

13-1.4% YoY

Sold Score™ Over Time

Market liquidity index • 36 months

13
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

With a pending ratio of 0.04 and a substantial year-over-year increase in active listings, properties are experiencing extended market exposure, evidenced by median days on market rising 14.5% over the past year to 75 days. This environment places significant inventory pressure on sellers, necessitating greater price discipline to align with buyer expectations. The elevated share of price reductions further underscores the need for strategic pricing to facilitate transaction velocity.

Luxury Segment

While the median $/sqft shows a modest 1.8% year-over-year increase, the average listing price has declined by 1.2% year-over-year to $1,406,082, diverging from the median listing price, which saw a more pronounced 9.1% year-over-year decrease. This suggests potential softness in the higher-priced segments, where average prices are declining despite a slight uptick in median $/sqft across the market. The elevated spread between average and median listing prices warrants closer observation for luxury-tier dynamics.

Supply Dynamics

392 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 74 per month.

Pricing Pressure
20.2%

of active listings carry a price reduction, +3.4% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

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

Absorption
0.04

Pending-to-active ratio — Very Weak.

Recommended For This Market

Very Weak

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Buyer Demand Index
4%
Median Days on Market
75 days
Inventory YoY
+38%

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Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Petoskey, MI
CBSA Code
37950
State
MI

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

    As of the latest 2026 data, the Petoskey metro is classified as Very Weak. Pending ratio is 0.04 with median days on market at 75.

  • Are home prices dropping in Petoskey?+

    Median listing price is $672K, -9.1% year over year. 20.2% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Petoskey?+

    The typical listing sits 75 days on market, a +14.5% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 74 per month.

  • What's happening in the Petoskey luxury market?+

    While the median $/sqft shows a modest 1.8% year-over-year increase, the average listing price has declined by 1.2% year-over-year to $1,406,082, diverging from the median listing price, which saw a more pronounced 9.1% year-over-year decrease. This suggests potential softness in the higher-priced segments, where average prices are declining despite a slight uptick in median $/sqft across the market. The elevated spread between average and median listing prices warrants closer observation for luxury-tier dynamics.

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

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Petoskey 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 37950 · 36mo history