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January 2026’s Real Estate Pulse: Rochester, MI Breakdown

Published on Thursday, January 15, 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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What is making the Rochester, MI market pulse strong this January 2026? With clarity coming from sharp metrics, buyers and sellers can plot proactive moves. On Rochester, MI’s radar, inventory, price trends, and days on market are evolving, enabling better decision making for all.

Pivotal Figures Defining Rochester, MI in January 2026

This month closes with 73 active listings and 66 new homes entering that tally. With a median sale price of $441,000, Rochester, MI buyers searching for affordable homes in Rochester, MI this January 2026 discover a healthy range while sellers can target motivated house hunters.

Why These Metrics Shape Buyer and Seller Choices

The average time for a home to sell is 31 days, and homes achieve about 98.7 percent of their list price. For anyone asking is it a good time to buy in Rochester, MI?, consider that 19 percent of active listings have implemented price reductions and 12 percent have included seller concessions in deals. How to sell your house fast in Rochester, MI? Data driven pricing and preparation are your best tools.

Map Your Move in Rochester, MI

January 2026 offers new ground for negotiation and opportunity. Ed Brittingham is available for strategy calls at or market review details here.

Dive Deeper: Segment and Offer Insights

The $300,000 to $400,000 range is buzzing with activity. Three bedroom homes have a median price of $390,000 and four bedroom and up options are at $522,000. With higher end listings above $700,000 making up 7 percent of sales, there is choice at every level. Stay alert to changing interest rates—6.8 percent is the benchmark right now on fixed 30 year loans.

Putting the Pulse into Action for 2026

Move with confidence by tracking key stats and local changes. Consult Ed Brittingham for up to date advice or for tours tailored to your search or selling needs in Rochester, MI this January 2026.

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