What the Numbers Are Really Telling Sellers
If you’ve been hearing that the housing market is “slowing,” “shifting,” or “normalizing,” you’re not wrong — but the story is more nuanced than the headlines suggest.
Let’s look at how the Downriver market has changed year-over-year, comparing January 2025 to January 2026, and what that means if you’re thinking about selling.
Days on Market: Homes Are Taking Longer to Sell
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January 2025: 29 average days on market
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January 2026: 42 average days on market
That’s a noticeable increase.
Homes are still selling, but they’re no longer flying off the shelf in a weekend. Buyers are taking more time, touring more homes, and thinking through decisions instead of rushing.
What this means for sellers:
Pricing and presentation matter more than they did a year ago. Homes that are priced correctly and show well still move — those that don’t tend to sit.
Sales Prices: Values Are Up, But Growth Has Slowed
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January 2025: $170,125 average sale price
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January 2026: $189,276 average sale price
Prices are higher than last year, which is great news for homeowners. However, the pace of appreciation has cooled compared to the rapid run-up we saw in earlier years.
What this means for sellers:
Equity is still there, but buyers are more price-sensitive. Overpricing can cost you time and negotiating leverage.
Number of Sales: Fewer Closings Year-Over-Year
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January 2025: 188 sales
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January 2026: 169 sales
There were fewer completed sales this January compared to last year.
This isn’t a crash — it’s a sign of buyers being more selective and sellers needing stronger strategies to stand out.
What this means for sellers:
Demand still exists, but it’s concentrated on homes that check the right boxes for today’s buyers.
Inventory: The Highest It’s Been in Over a Decade
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Active listings: 634
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Months of inventory: 3.92 months
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Highest # of months of inventory in over 10 years
This is the most important shift in the data.
More inventory means buyers have options, and options change behavior. They compare more, negotiate more, and walk away more easily.
What this means for sellers:
We are no longer in a “list it and they’ll come” market. Strategy, condition, and positioning matter more than at any point in the last decade.
So… Is This a Bad Market to Sell?
Not at all — but it is a different market.
Today’s Downriver market rewards sellers who:
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Price accurately from day one
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Prepare their homes to be move-in ready
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Understand what buyers in their specific city are looking for
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Work with an agent who knows how to navigate a more balanced market
Homes that ignore these realities are the ones driving the higher days on market.
Final Thought
The Downriver market hasn’t stopped — it’s matured.
And mature markets don’t punish sellers…
They reward preparation.
About This Data
These statistics focus specifically on the ten Downriver cities of:
Allen Park, Flat Rock, Grosse Ile, Lincoln Park, Riverview, Southgate, Taylor, Trenton, Woodhaven, and Wyandotte.
If you’re curious how your city or your home fits into these trends, that’s where local insight makes the difference.