Macomb County, MI Home Values: Active Inventory & City-by-City Breakdown
Macomb County Market Snapshot: Active Listings
Across Macomb County, there are 2,822 active residential and condo listings right now:
- 2,822 total active homes currently on the market countywide
- Average list price of $384,818, reflecting Macomb County's reputation as one of the more accessible markets in Metro Detroit
- Average cost per square foot of $168 across all active inventory
- 1,434 homes are under contract countywide (about 51% of active inventory — a strong pending ratio), averaging $335,656 at $156/sq ft, with an average pending timeline of 50 days
City Spotlight: Sterling Heights, Warren & Clinton Charter Township
County-wide averages only tell part of the story. Here's how three of Macomb County's most-searched cities compare right now:
Sterling Heights Market Report 246 active
Sterling Heights carries the highest average price of the three spotlighted cities, in line with its reputation as one of Macomb County's more established suburbs. Its 161 pending sales against 246 active listings — a pending ratio over 65% — and fast 11-day average time to pending both point to strong, competitive demand.
Warren Market Report 384 active
Warren is by far the most affordable of the three spotlighted cities — its average active price is roughly 58% of Sterling Heights' and has the deepest active inventory (384 listings). Its under-contract average ($211,732) runs modestly above its active average, suggesting steady demand across Warren's price range rather than concentration at one end.
Clinton Charter Township Market Report 210 active
Clinton Charter Township sits between Warren and Sterling Heights on price, and shows the strongest pending ratio of the three (140 under contract against 210 active, exceeding 66%). Its under-contract average price ($293,104) is notably higher than its active average — the same pattern seen countywide — suggesting the middle-to-upper end of Clinton Township's inventory is where current demand is concentrated.
Highest-Priced Active Listings
| City | Address Area | List Price | Beds | Baths | Living Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Countywide | Hillside Ln | $9,000,000 | 15 | 25 | 32,891 |
| Clinton Charter Township | Iris Cir | $1,987,500 | 5 | 9 | 13,300 |
| Sterling Heights | Corkwood Dr | $1,025,000 | 4 | 4 | 3,280 |
| Warren | Chicago Rd | $625,000 | 5 | 4 | 5,310 |
Note: the countywide top listing is an extreme outlier estate (15 bed/25 bath) — the math checks out, but it's not representative of a typical Macomb County luxury home.
What This Means for Buyers and Sellers
For Buyers
- Warren offers by far the most accessible entry point of the three spotlighted cities, with the deepest active inventory to choose from
- Sterling Heights' fast 11-day average time to pending means buyers there should be prepared to act quickly on well-priced listings
- Working with a local agent like Julie Williams helps buyers see which Macomb County listings are priced in line with what's actually converting to contract
For Sellers
- Clinton Charter Township and Warren both show under-contract prices running above their active averages — a sign that well-positioned mid-to-upper listings are finding buyers
- Sterling Heights' high pending ratio (over 65%) reflects strong, sustained buyer demand across the city
- A free home valuation from Julie Williams, MVPS Realty can show exactly where your property fits against these city-specific numbers
Explore More Macomb County Cities
Julie Williams maintains a live, filterable market report for cities across Macomb County — reach out for a custom report on any city not listed here.
Frequently Asked: Macomb County Market Data
- How many homes are for sale in Macomb County right now? 2,822 active residential and condo listings countywide.
- Which is more expensive: Sterling Heights, Warren, or Clinton Charter Township? Sterling Heights currently has the highest average active-listing price at $347,012, followed by Clinton Charter Township at $272,252 and Warren at $199,740.
- What's the average cost per square foot in Macomb County? $168 countywide; $165 in Sterling Heights, $147 in Clinton Charter Township, and $136 in Warren.
- How many homes are under contract in Macomb County? 1,434 countywide — including 161 in Sterling Heights, 203 in Warren, and 140 in Clinton Charter Township.
Get a Personalized Market Update for Your City
Julie Williams of MVPS Realty helps buyers and sellers navigate Macomb County's fast-moving market. Whether you're buying in Warren, selling in Sterling Heights, or exploring Clinton Charter Township, reach out for a breakdown of exactly how these numbers apply to your situation.
Julie Williams · MVPS Realty
📞 586-212-8030 | ✉️ closings4julie@gmail.com
Market data sourced from Julie Williams' live Macomb County market report. Figures reflect a point-in-time snapshot of active and under-contract listings and are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Recently-sold figures are not included in this report due to a data-quality issue identified in the source feed.