The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 49028 sells for about $245,000, or $168 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 20 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $971 a month.
ZIP 49028 — Bronson
The housing market in 49028 remains stable with modest year-over-year price growth and balanced inventory levels. Demand is supported by local employment, though the market is sensitive to interest rate fluctuations. Current conditions reflect a steady, predictable environment for both buyers and sellers.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and long-term residents seeking a quiet, rural-adjacent lifestyle with affordable housing options. It is less ideal for those requiring high-density urban amenities or extensive public transit.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 20 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.6% · poverty 16.7% — 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 6.8%/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 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 49028, Branch 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 area are generally consistent with regional averages for rural Michigan, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends over the last year.
Schools serving the area are part of the local consolidated district, generally maintaining average state performance ratings. Community focus remains on vocational and core academic development.
The area faces moderate risk from seasonal severe weather, including wind and occasional heavy rain events. Flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near regional waterways.
Economic momentum is driven by regional manufacturing and agricultural support services. Infrastructure development is focused on maintaining existing road networks and expanding broadband access.
Property taxes are assessed at the local municipal level based on state-equalized values. Tax rates include levies for local school districts, county operations, and township services.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents traveling to nearby employment hubs in larger regional cities via state highways. Public transit options are limited.
The area features access to local parks, community trails, and nearby lakes suitable for fishing and boating. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the central business district.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and steady demand from local workers. Short-term rental presence is minimal compared to long-term residential leasing.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and small-scale retail. Employment is largely tied to regional industrial parks and service sectors.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use on state and county highways. There is no significant public transit infrastructure serving the area.
Development is currently focused on small-scale residential infill and infrastructure maintenance. No major commercial mega-projects are currently under construction.
The county appraisal district conducts annual assessments to determine property values for tax purposes, following state-mandated guidelines.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes and county-wide millages for emergency services and infrastructure.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low-to-moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
The state has seen modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like this one maintaining stable population levels.
Michigan operates primarily as a non-judicial foreclosure state, with specific notice and redemption periods defined by statute.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive property disclosure statement covering known material defects at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 2024 profiles for ZCTA 49028.
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.
- Jellystone Park™ Barton Lake4.410.3 mi
- Adventure Zone4.510 mi
- St Joseph County Grange Fair4.316.9 mi
- Adventure Zone4.510 mi
- Branch County Fair: Fairgrounds Coldwater4.212.8 mi
- Main Street Smokehouse4.517 mi
- Club Paradise4.413 mi
- Capri Drive-In Theater4.710.1 mi
- Adventure Zone4.510 mi
- Bronson Strike Zone4.22.9 mi
- Pine Knob County Park4.811.9 mi
- Plumb Lake County Park4.59 mi
- Little River Railroad4.512.5 mi
- Langley Covered Bridge Historic Site4.818.6 mi
- Children's Museum of Branch County4.712.7 mi
- Tibbits Opera House4.712.7 mi
- Pigeon River Fish & Wildlife Area4.611.1 mi
- Pine Knob County Park4.811.9 mi
- Heritage Park Splash Pad4.612.3 mi
- Plumb Lake County Park4.59 mi
- Trojan Timbers Park4.610.1 mi
- Harbor Cove RV Resort4.211.2 mi
- Coldwater Lake Marina4.712.3 mi
- Hildebrands Marine4.614.4 mi
- Bella Vista Golf Course4.712.9 mi
- Cedar Lake Golf Course4.510.3 mi
- The Outlet Shoppes at Fremont3.912.9 mi
- Meijer4.311.6 mi
- Dollar General42.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Hosts annual community events and regional gatherings.
Provides playground facilities and picnic areas for residents.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.