48842 — Ingham County, Michigan Market Snapshot

Housing market data for zip code 48842 in Ingham County, Michigan. Updated monthly with median prices, days on market, and more.

Data as of May 2026

Limited Sales Data

Only 4 homes sold in this ZIP code during the selected period. Statistics may not be representative. See the Ingham County county page for broader data.

Market Sales Data

4 sales in 2026 (year to date)

Source: Redfin

Median Sale Price

$222,500

Closed sales

Days to Sell

6

Median, listing to close

Homes Sold

4

Closed in 2026

Inventory

1

Conforming Loan Available

Most homebuyers in 48842 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $222,500 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

48842 is an extremely competitive market with homes selling in just 6 days on average. Buyers need pre-approval letters ready before making offers.

Conforming Loan Feasibility

Most homebuyers in 48842 can comfortably use conventional financing. The median home price of $222,500 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 48842 are set at the county level.

2026 Loan Limits — Ingham 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 48842

To purchase the median home at $222,500 with 5% down at today's rate of 6.75%, the estimated monthly payment is approximately $1,855.

Monthly Payment

$1,855

Income Required

$79,488

Principal & Interest

$1,371/mo

Down Payment (5%)

$11,125

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

$1,527

Principal & Interest$1,155
Property Tax$223
Insurance$150
Loan Amount$178,000
Total Interest$237,620
Income Required$65,443/yr

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