The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48130 sells for about $525,000, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (0%), a market in balance. Homes take about 43 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,783 a month.
ZIP 48130 — Dexter
The Dexter housing market remains stable with high demand and limited inventory, keeping prices firm. Growth is supported by the area's strong school district and proximity to Ann Arbor, though high interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
Dexter is ideal for families and professionals seeking a high quality of life, excellent schools, and a small-town atmosphere with convenient access to the Ann Arbor employment hub.
Median prices moved sideways 0.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 43 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.2% · poverty 2.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 10.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 48130, Washtenaw County, MI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Dexter maintains a low crime rate, generally considered safer than the national average and comparable to other small, affluent communities in Washtenaw County.
The Dexter Community School District is highly regarded, consistently receiving strong performance ratings and serving as a primary draw for families moving to the area.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe storms and potential localized flooding near the Huron River, though it is not in a high-risk wildfire zone.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan, with steady residential development and a focus on maintaining a small-town character while supporting local business growth.
Property taxes in Dexter are levied by the city, Washtenaw County, and the Dexter Community School District, with rates determined by annual millage assessments and state-capped taxable value increases.
Residents primarily commute to Ann Arbor via the M-52 and I-94 corridors, with typical drive times ranging from 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features extensive outdoor amenities including the Huron River, Hudson Mills Metropark, and numerous local parks and trails that support hiking, kayaking, and cycling.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, driven by the area's desirability and limited multi-family housing inventory.
The economy is closely tied to the Ann Arbor-Ypsilanti region, with major employment sectors including education, healthcare, and technology research.
The area is primarily car-dependent, relying on I-94 and M-52 for regional connectivity, with limited public transit options.
Development is focused on controlled residential growth and the preservation of green space, with limited large-scale commercial projects currently in the pipeline.
Parcels are subject to Dexter Community School District taxes and Washtenaw County millages, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk for major natural disasters.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Michigan Stadium4.89.2 mi
- Crisler Center4.89.3 mi
- Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center4.615.2 mi
- Karl's Cabin Restaurant & Banquets in Plymouth4.516.5 mi
- BIG Best In Games - The Ultimate Event Party Venue!4.613.7 mi
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum4.78.7 mi
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens4.812 mi
- University of Michigan Museum of Natural History4.79.3 mi
- Gallup Park4.710.9 mi
- University of Michigan Museum of Art4.89.2 mi
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum4.78.7 mi
- University of Michigan Museum of Natural History4.79.3 mi
- University of Michigan Museum of Art4.89.2 mi
- Kelsey Museum of Archaeology4.89.1 mi
- HOMES Campus - Beer Garden & Taproom4.76.4 mi
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens4.812 mi
- Gallup Park4.710.9 mi
- University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum4.89.6 mi
- Hudson Mills Metropark4.72.7 mi
- Pinckney Recreation Area4.76 mi
- Mac's Marina Inc4.58.4 mi
- Wonderland Marine West4.24.6 mi
- Huron Meadows Metropark4.611 mi
- Moose Ridge Golf Course4.312.3 mi
- University of Michigan Golf Course4.69.6 mi
- Timber Trace Golf Club4.610.2 mi
- Barton Hills Country Club4.76.6 mi
- Briarwood Mall4.210.5 mi
- Meijer4.29.8 mi
- Meijer4.15 mi
- Kerrytown Market & Shops4.78.6 mi
- Kohl's4.210 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large regional park offering golf, hiking, and river access.
Provides significant recreational opportunities including kayaking and fishing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.