49617 — Benzie County, Michigan Market Snapshot

Housing market data for zip code 49617 in Benzie County, Michigan. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.

Data as of May 2026

Limited Sales Data

Only 7 homes sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Benzie County county page for broader data.

Market Sales Data

7 sales in 2026 (year to date)

Source: Redfin

Median Sale Price

$340,000

-26.9% YoYClosed sales

Days to Sell

33

Median, listing to close

Homes Sold

7

Closed in 2026

Inventory

16

Conforming Loan Available

Most homebuyers in 49617 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $340,000 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Market Insights

Market Temperature

49617's market is balanced with homes taking an average of 33 days to sell. Buyers have some negotiating room without the pressure of bidding wars.

Conforming Loan Feasibility

Most homebuyers in 49617 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $340,000 is well below the 2026 conforming loan limit of $832,750, meaning buyers can put as little as 3-5% down without hitting jumbo loan territory.

Loan limits in 49617 are set at the county level.

2026 Loan Limits — Benzie County

Property Units Conforming Limit FHA Limit
1 Unit$832,750$541,287
2 Units$1,066,250$693,050
3 Units$1,288,800$837,700
4 Units$1,601,750$1,041,125

Affordability Snapshot — Zip 49617

To purchase the median home at $340,000 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $2,755.

Monthly Payment

$2,755

Income Required

$118,070

Principal & Interest

$2,095/mo

Down Payment (5%)

$17,000

Based on 30-year fixed at 6.75%, 1.8% property tax, $1,800/yr insurance, 28% DTI guideline.

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Estimated Monthly Payment

$2,254

Principal & Interest$1,764
Property Tax$340
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$272,000
Total Interest$363,108
Income Required$96,608/yr

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