Is Constantine, MI 49042 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Constantine is a seller’s market. With about 2.7 months of supply and 33% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Constantine housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Constantine, MI 49042 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 6 days and there were 2.7 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 12 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 18%, homes sold faster (30 days then) and the median sale price rose 5% to $229,801. Overall, Constantine is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
Within St. Joseph County, homes here sell faster, and more often over asking, than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Mendon 49072 (0% sold over asking) or Centreville 49032 (0% sold over asking).
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Questions about Constantine real estate
Is Constantine a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.7 months of supply in Constantine, MI 49042 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Constantine?
The typical home went under contract in 6 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Constantine sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.9% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Constantine?
About 1.10% of a home’s value a year in St. Joseph County, or roughly $4,400 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Constantine?
The median sale price was $229,801 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $147 per square foot.
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