The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48855 sells for about $385,729, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,501 a month.
ZIP 48855 — Howell
The housing market in 48855 shows steady appreciation and moderate inventory levels, reflecting a balanced environment for buyers and sellers. Growth is supported by consistent demand for suburban living and proximity to major employment hubs, though rising costs remain a factor for some segments.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking suburban space and commuters looking for a balance between the Lansing and Detroit job markets, offering a mix of established neighborhoods and new construction.
Median prices moved up 2.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 4.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% 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 3.2% · 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 6.7%/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 6.0%/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 48855, Livingston 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.
Crime rates in the Howell area remain generally low compared to the broader Michigan state average, with property crime being the primary reported concern.
The area is served by Howell Public Schools, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and extracurricular programming within Livingston County.
The region faces moderate risks related to severe winter weather and occasional wind events, with standard flood insurance requirements applying to specific low-lying parcels near local waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and professional services, with ongoing residential development projects expanding the suburban footprint of the I-96 corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by Livingston County and local townships, with rates determined by millage levies for schools, county services, and municipal operations; exemptions are available for primary residences under the Principal Residence Exemption (PRE) program.
Residents primarily commute via the I-96 corridor, providing access to employment hubs in Lansing to the west and the Detroit metropolitan area to the east.
The area features extensive access to outdoor recreation, including the Howell City Park, nearby Thompson Lake, and various golf courses and trail systems within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and low vacancy rates, with a mix of single-family home rentals and newer multi-family developments catering to a growing population.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare services, and retail, benefiting from its strategic location between major Michigan economic centers.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with I-96 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on residential expansion and infrastructure improvements to support the growing population along the I-96 corridor.
Parcels are subject to standard school district and county-level millages, with no significant MUD/PID presence reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's moderate risk profile for natural hazards.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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- Rollerama Skating Center - Zap Zone Brighton4.29.2 mi
- Zap Zone - Brighton4.49.2 mi
- Escape Room Brighton4.910.8 mi
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort4.111 mi
- The Laundry4.512.9 mi
- Moose Ridge Golf Course4.317.8 mi
- Timber Trace Golf Club4.615 mi
- Mystic Creek Golf Course & Banquet Center4.315.7 mi
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort4.111 mi
- MJR Brighton Cinema4.610.9 mi
- Emagine Hartland4.79 mi
- Howell Nature Center4.411.2 mi
- Brighton Recreation Area4.612.2 mi
- Brewery Becker4.812.3 mi
- Durand Union Station Inc4.816.1 mi
- Fenton Community & Cultural Center4.613 mi
- Howell Opera House4.65.3 mi
- Fireworks Glass Studios4.918.9 mi
- Howell Nature Center4.411.2 mi
- Brighton Recreation Area4.612.2 mi
- Clover Beach4.510.6 mi
- Hartland Heritage Field4.510.8 mi
- Genoa Township Park4.79.5 mi
- SkipperBud's3.414.5 mi
- Mac's Marina Inc4.519.2 mi
- Wonderland Marine West4.218.5 mi
- Hunters Ridge Golf Course4.54 mi
- Oak Pointe Country Club4.510.7 mi
- The Majestic at Lake Walden4.37.6 mi
- Huntmore Golf Club4.49.5 mi
- Tap-In's4.77.2 mi
- Kensington Valley Outlets4.36.1 mi
- Meijer4.111.7 mi
- Meijer4.26.6 mi
- Rural King4.49.1 mi
- Meijer4.39 mi
- Bishop International Airport4.521.1 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, picnic areas, and community events.
Popular for fishing, boating, and recreational water activities.
Historic district with local boutiques, restaurants, and seasonal festivals.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.