The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48844 sells for about $442,450, or $226 per square foot.
Prices are down 2.4% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 57 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 48844 — Howell
The housing market in 48844 is currently balanced, with prices showing stability despite broader national trends. While specific ZIP-level metrics for some categories are limited, the area remains a stable suburban market driven by family buyers and local employment. Inventory levels are sufficient to meet current demand, keeping price growth moderate.
This ZIP is well-suited for family buyers and commuters seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to regional employment centers and moderate housing costs.
Median prices moved down 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 57 days on market with 9.6 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 5.2% — 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 6.8%/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 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 48844, Livingston County MI
Schools in the area generally hold moderate ratings, with many elementary schools scoring around 6 out of 10 on public assessment scales.
The area benefits from proximity to regional employment hubs in Livingston County, with ongoing residential development supporting a growing suburban population.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Michigan) — Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: Provides an exemption from property taxes levied for school operating purposes and potentially other local taxes depending on eligibility. State (Michigan) — General Property Tax Act: Property is assessed at 50% of true cash value (State Equalized Value). Taxable value is capped at the lesser of the state equalized value or the previous year's taxable value adjusted by the consumer price index (up to 5%), unless a transfer of ownership occurs.
Residents primarily commute by car, with access to major highway corridors providing connections to the broader Lansing and Detroit metropolitan employment centers.
The area features access to local parks, community trails, and proximity to regional lakes, offering a mix of outdoor recreation and suburban shopping centers.
The rental market is characterized by moderate demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment communities serving the local workforce.
The local economy is supported by a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service-sector employers, with many residents commuting to larger regional hubs.
The area is primarily served by regional highway networks, with limited public transit options available for daily commuting.
Development activity is focused on residential growth and infrastructure improvements to support the increasing population.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments based on market value, with property taxes calculated using local millage rates.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes, county-wide millages, and municipal service assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard hazard risk assessments for the Midwest.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
- Airborne Adventure Park - Brighton, MI49.8 mi
- Castaway Play Cafe4.11.6 mi
- Rollerama Skating Center - Zap Zone Brighton4.28.2 mi
- Zap Zone - Brighton4.48.2 mi
- Escape Room Brighton4.99.8 mi
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort4.19.3 mi
- The Laundry4.517.9 mi
- Moose Ridge Golf Course4.316.3 mi
- Timber Trace Golf Club4.69.9 mi
- Mystic Creek Golf Course & Banquet Center4.317.1 mi
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort4.19.3 mi
- MJR Brighton Cinema4.69.6 mi
- Emagine Hartland4.711.2 mi
- Howell Nature Center4.46.4 mi
- Brighton Recreation Area4.68.9 mi
- Brewery Becker4.810.9 mi
- Fenton Community & Cultural Center4.618.1 mi
- Howell Opera House4.61.8 mi
- Waterloo Farm Museum4.819.7 mi
- Fireworks Glass Studios4.917 mi
- Howell Nature Center4.46.4 mi
- Brighton Recreation Area4.68.9 mi
- Genoa Township Park4.77.8 mi
- Settlers Park4.811.4 mi
- Brighton Rec. MTB Trailheads4.810.3 mi
- Mac's Marina Inc4.516.5 mi
- SkipperBud's3.419.7 mi
- Wonderland Marine West4.214.2 mi
- Timber Trace Golf Club4.69.9 mi
- Hunters Ridge Golf Course4.57 mi
- Oak Pointe Country Club4.58 mi
- Huntmore Golf Club4.410.1 mi
- The Majestic at Lake Walden4.310.4 mi
- Kensington Valley Outlets4.31.8 mi
- Meijer4.110.4 mi
- Meijer4.24.8 mi
- Rural King4.411.1 mi
- Meijer4.311.3 mi
- Bishop International Airport4.526.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features lake access and recreational facilities.
Historic district with local shops and restaurants.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).