The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48893 sells for about $235,000, or $145 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 40 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,603 a month.
ZIP 48893 — Weidman
The housing market in 48893 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, with a median price of $235,000. High vacancy rates and a reliance on rural, single-family housing stock drive the market's affordability, though investment requires careful management due to the limited rental depth.
This ZIP is best suited for budget-conscious buyers, retirees, or those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are comfortable with a car-dependent commute to nearby regional centers.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 40 days on market with 6.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.4% · poverty 16.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 48893, Isabella County MI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Weidman area are generally low and consistent with rural Isabella County trends, remaining well below state and national averages.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Chippewa Hills School District, which provides standard rural educational services with moderate performance ratings.
The area faces typical Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with localized flood risks near the Chippewa River and surrounding lakes.
Economic momentum is modest, driven primarily by local agriculture, small-scale retail, and proximity to Mount Pleasant for broader employment opportunities.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Isabella County, with millage rates determined by local school districts and township levies; no special MUD/PID districts are prevalent.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 15-20 minutes to reach employment hubs in Mount Pleasant.
The area is rich in outdoor amenities, featuring access to Coldwater Lake, various public boat launches, and proximity to local parks and trails for seasonal recreation.
The rental market is characterized by high vacancy rates and limited inventory, with most rentals consisting of single-family homes rather than multi-family complexes.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture and small businesses, with many residents commuting to Mount Pleasant for major employment in education and healthcare.
Transportation is entirely road-based, relying on local county roads and state highways for access to regional transit corridors.
There are no major large-scale commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction in this rural ZIP code.
Isabella County utilizes a standard ad valorem assessment system based on the state-mandated taxable value formula.
Parcels are subject to Chippewa Hills School District taxes and standard Isabella County millage rates.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect the rural nature of the area and potential for severe weather-related claims.
Michigan is a judicial foreclosure state with specific statutory redemption periods for residential properties.
Michigan law requires sellers to provide a written disclosure statement regarding the condition of the property to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
A primary recreational hub for boating, fishing, and swimming.
Local community park providing picnic areas and playground facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.