The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 49333 sells for about $374,398, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,036 a month.
ZIP 49333 — Middleville
The 49333 housing market remains stable with steady demand from families looking for suburban living near Grand Rapids. While price growth has moderated, the low inventory and consistent interest keep the market competitive. Investors should note that rental yields are tight, making this primarily a market for owner-occupants.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a suburban or semi-rural lifestyle with access to Grand Rapids, while offering a lower cost of entry than the immediate urban core.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% 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 2.2% · poverty 5.6% — 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 8.1%/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 6.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 49333, Barry 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.
The area is served by Thornapple Kellogg Schools, which generally maintains a positive reputation within the region for its academic and extracurricular programs.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe storms and potential for localized flooding near the Thornapple River.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the Grand Rapids metro area, with local development focused on residential expansion and small-scale commercial growth.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Barry County, with millage rates determined by local school districts and municipal authorities.
Residents primarily commute by car to Grand Rapids or Hastings, with typical drive times ranging from 25 to 40 minutes depending on the destination.
The area features significant outdoor amenities including the Thornapple River, local parks, and proximity to several golf courses and regional trail systems.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with limited new multi-family inventory currently entering the market.
The local economy is supported by a mix of manufacturing, retail, and services, with many residents commuting to the broader Grand Rapids employment hub.
Development is primarily focused on low-density residential subdivisions and small commercial infill projects.
Parcels are subject to standard school district and county-level millages, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's moderate risk profile for natural disasters.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates for ZCTA 49333.
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.
Provides recreational boating and fishing opportunities.
Central community space with trails and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.