West Michigan Housing Market June 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 1, 2026
Consumers see increases in homes on the market;
median prices continue to increase
WEST MICHIGAN, Mich. — Active residential listings increased in Allegan, Ottawa and Muskegon counties in June 2026, while sales remained stable year over year, according to data compiled by the West Michigan Lakeshore Association of REALTORS®.
Total dollar volume rose 12% to $257 million from the year prior, while the median sale price increased 18% to $400,000 across Allegan, Muskegon, and Ottawa counties. The data is drawn from WMLAR’s multiple listing service, the region’s most comprehensive database of properties listed for sale.
Inventory also expanded, with active listings up 8.5% to 997, giving buyers more options.
Homes spent more time on the market in parts of the area, with the average days on market for a residential property rising 35% to 27 days. Sales saw slight growth from 2025, rising 0.2% to 571.
“Strong price growth and increased dollar volume show that demand has not slowed down,” said WMLAR CEO Jon Broadbooks. “At the same time, rising inventories will help consumers competitively seeking their next home.”
The numbers:
| County | Sales | Median Sales Price | Dollar Volume | Active Listings | Avg. Days on Market |
| Allegan | 103 (up 1% vs June 2025) | $400,000 (up 18% vs June 2025) | $54 million (up 29% vs June 2025) | 254 (up 7.6% vs June 2025) | 27 (up 29% vs June 2025) |
| Muskegon | 205 (stable vs June 2025) | $275,000 (up 17% vs June 2025) | $62 million (up 8.6% vs June 2025) | 359 (up 7.8% vs June 2025) | 36 (up 100% vs June 2025) |
| Ottawa | 263 (stable vs June 2025) | $445,000 (up 8.3% vs June 2025) | $141 million (up 7.8% vs June 2025) | 384 (up 9.7% vs June 2025) | 18 (down 14% vs June 2025) |
Mortgage rates remain a key factor in buyer activity. As of June 25, 2026, the national average mortgage rate was 6.49%, according to Freddie Mac, compared to 6.77% one year earlier.
About WMLAR
The West Michigan Lakeshore Association of REALTORS® represents nearly 1,400 professionals engaged in all aspects of the real estate business. Based in Grand Haven, Michigan, the association serves Allegan, Ottawa and Muskegon counties.
For more information, contact Jon Broadbooks at jon@wmlar.com, or by phone at 616.846.6240.
