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Monday metrics: What January 2026 tells us about Troy, MI

Published on Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Ed Brittingham
Associate Broker, RE/MAX Eclipse
Focus areas include Auburn Hills, Bloomfield Hills, Bruce Township, Chesterfield Township, Clinton Township, Fraser, Harrison Township, Macomb, Rochester Hills, Rochester, Shelby Township, Sterling Heights, Troy, Utica, Warren and Washington, along with surrounding towns, communities and neighborhoods.
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When the week begins in Troy, MI, January 2026 offers both promise and numbers-driven clarity for active buyers and sellers. How can you maximize these new opportunities in this fast-paced market?

Troy, MI opens this week with a strong set of statistics: 148 new listings and 132 closed sales reflect a community moving with intent. Affordable homes in Troy, MI this January 2026 are still being sought out and rapidly absorbed, so it is a good time to buy in Troy, MI if buyers are well prepared.

Key Data for Troy, MI at the Week’s Start

Median sale price: $456,000
Median listing price: $459,900
Average days on market: 29
Sale-to-list price ratio: 98.7 percent

Agents find that 2.1 months of available inventory makes for active and achievable negotiations, allowing flexibility for both sides of the table. If you are tracking how to sell your house fast in Troy, MI, it often starts with competitive pricing and strategic presentation—especially since 12 percent of listings require price improvements to sell promptly.

  • Highest sale this month: $850,000
  • Ballantrae average per square foot: $225
  • Majority of sales: 3 bed, 2 bath homes (57 percent)

What This Means for January 2026

Quick movement characterizes the start of this week, and Ed Brittingham is guiding clients to use up-to-the-minute metrics for every offer and listing. Connecting buyers to affordable homes in Troy, MI this January 2026 remains a focus for the days ahead as new inventory emerges.

Strategies for Success: Acting on Monday’s Data

If you are a seller, realistic pricing and rapid responsiveness to buyer interest means faster sales and stronger negotiations. Buyers need to work closely with agents to spot opportunities as soon as they appear. The market’s smooth flow is cause for optimism this month.

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Use January 2026 numbers as your guide with Ed Brittingham. From showings to negotiation, I will help you align each step with real insights.

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Monday Takeaways for Troy, MI

Consistent, data-backed feedback shapes every move buyers or sellers can make this week. Staying closely attuned to trends remains the surest pathway to success. For more, visit the Troy, MI market dashboard.

Ed Brittingham
Written by Ed Brittingham
Associate Broker, RE/MAX Eclipse
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