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Is Clayton, MI 49235 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Buyer’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Clayton is a buyer’s market. With about 6.4 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.

Months of supply6.4Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list99.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list102.5%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market78Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$124▼ −5.7% vs. last year

The Clayton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 100% of homes in Clayton, MI 49235 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 78 days and there were 6.4 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 2 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 67%, homes sold more slowly (62 days then) and the median sale price rose 37% to $239,896. Overall, Clayton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Lenawee County, homes here sell more slowly than in 94% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 94%.

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Jasper 49248 (0% sold over asking) or Tipton 49287 (10% sold over asking).

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Nearby markets

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Questions about Clayton real estate

Is Clayton a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A buyer’s market: there were 6.4 months of supply in Clayton, MI 49235 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 Clayton?

The typical home went under contract in 78 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Clayton sell over asking?

100% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.5% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Clayton?

About 1.27% of a home’s value a year in Lenawee County, or roughly $5,080 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Clayton?

The median sale price was $239,896 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $124 per square foot.

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