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Active Listings and Absorption Rates in Clinton Township, MI January 2026

Published on Friday, January 9, 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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This January 2026, the real estate market in Clinton Township, MI showcases meaningful momentum for both buyers and sellers. Are you prepared to adjust your strategy as market absorption shifts this month?

The township holds 85 active listings at the opening of January, with an absorption rate of 2.4 months. Homes continue to change hands efficiently: 18 properties are pending and 22 venues closed—all in a marketplace where the median list price is $292,000. These statistics define the playing field, giving buyers the information needed to react quickly and sellers clarity for pricing decisions.

Understanding Inventory and Buyer Behavior in Clinton Township, MI

An average of 34 days on market for Clinton Township, MI signals that available homes are neither languishing nor disappearing too quickly. Sellers should note that well priced listings are achieving a 97.8 percent sale to list price ratio—why it matters: accurate pricing gets results. For those seeking affordable homes in Clinton Township, MI this January 2026, it's about timing, since quick sales are most common in the $250,000 to $350,000 range (with a notable 29 day sale average for these).

Active Listings by Price Band

  • $150,000 to $250,000: Closed at $218,000 avg in 32 days
  • $250,000 to $350,000: 26 closed, 29 days avg
  • Over $350,000: 41 days avg, $362,000 median

Why Absorption Matters

The 2.4 month absorption rate means inventory is balanced. It neither favors buyers nor puts sellers at a disadvantage. Agents should leverage this ratio to guide discussions about when to list, buy, or hold and assess how to sell your house fast in Clinton Township, MI.

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Sellers and Agents: Leveraging Metrics

The pending to closed ratio alongside the average DOM shapes competitive strategies for both pricing and marketing. For sellers, pricing within the active range and preparing homes for swift sale remains essential—buyers expect value to line up closely with listing.

Rental Quick Facts for January 2026

Rental homes in Clinton Township, MI were listed between $1,085 and $1,450 monthly, leasing in about 10 days on average. Agents should monitor listing activity closely since aggregate rental metrics are not reported for January 2026.

Practical Takeaways for January 2026

This month’s balanced absorption rate, steady days on market, and healthy closed volume all suggest strong opportunity on both sides of the deal. Consulting with a local expert like Ed Brittingham provides the context needed to make smart moves, especially when pursuing Clinton Township, MI real estate by the numbers.

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Written by Ed Brittingham
Associate Broker, RE/MAX Eclipse
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