The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48043 sells for about $169,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% 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 $844 a month.
ZIP 48043 — Mount Clemens
The 48043 housing market remains stable with modest price appreciation, driven by its role as a county seat and affordable entry-level housing options. While inventory is tight, the market is balanced by lower demand compared to more affluent neighboring ZIP codes. Figures for active listings and price cuts are estimated based on regional trends as specific ZIP-level portal data is not currently published.
This ZIP code is well-suited for budget-conscious renters and first-time homebuyers looking for proximity to the county seat and established urban amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.9% · poverty 16.4% — a mixed stability 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 7.9%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 48043, Macomb County MI
Crime rates in Mount Clemens are generally higher than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported issue in the area.
Schools serving the 48043 ZIP code are part of the Mount Clemens Community School District, which faces challenges with academic performance metrics compared to neighboring suburban districts.
The area is located in a low-to-moderate flood risk zone near the Clinton River, with standard insurance requirements for residential properties.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the Macomb County seat and ongoing revitalization efforts in downtown Mount Clemens, though large-scale industrial growth is limited.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Michigan) — Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: Provides an exemption from property taxes levied for school operating purposes and potentially other local taxes depending on eligibility. State (Michigan) — General Property Tax Act: Property is assessed at 50% of true cash value (State Equalized Value). Taxable value is capped at the lesser of the state equalized value or the previous year's taxable value adjusted by the consumer price index (up to 5%), unless a transfer of ownership occurs.
Residents primarily commute via I-94 and M-59, providing access to the broader Detroit-Warren-Dearborn employment core.
The area features access to the Clinton River, several local parks, and proximity to the shopping and dining districts of downtown Mount Clemens.
The rental market is characterized by a high share of single-adult households and steady demand for affordable multi-family units, with moderate vacancy pressure.
The economy is anchored by government and administrative services due to the county seat location, supplemented by local retail and small-scale manufacturing.
The area is served by major regional highway corridors including I-94 and M-59, with limited public transit options provided by SMART bus services.
Development is focused on infill projects and the continued renovation of historic structures in the downtown core.
The Macomb County Equalization Department oversees property assessments, which are updated annually based on market sales data.
Parcels are subject to Mount Clemens Community School District taxes and various county-wide special millages.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though proximity to the Clinton River may require flood insurance for specific parcels.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ACS 2024 profiles.
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.
- C.J. Barrymore's4.42.2 mi
- Dave & Buster's Utica4.17.1 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.26.7 mi
- Red Oaks Waterpark4.412.1 mi
- Activate Games56.7 mi
- Little Caesars Arena4.619.9 mi
- Comerica Park4.719.9 mi
- Ford Field4.619.8 mi
- C.J. Barrymore's4.42.2 mi
- Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill4.45.4 mi
- C.J. Barrymore's4.42.2 mi
- Stony Creek Metropark4.712.3 mi
- Lake St. Clair Metropark4.64.6 mi
- MJR Marketplace Cinema4.58 mi
- AMC Forum 303.99.3 mi
- Detroit Institute of Arts4.819 mi
- Motown Museum4.719.4 mi
- Michigan Science Center4.419 mi
- Cranbrook House & Gardens4.818.7 mi
- Ford House4.710 mi
- Stony Creek Metropark4.712.3 mi
- Lake St. Clair Metropark4.64.6 mi
- Dodge Park4.76.7 mi
- Ford House4.710 mi
- Red Oaks Waterpark4.412.1 mi
- Detroit Yacht Club4.617.9 mi
- Sindbad's Restaurant and Marina4.217.3 mi
- MacRay Harbor4.54.1 mi
- Grosse Pointe Yacht Club4.711.3 mi
- Riverside Marina4.417.3 mi
- Cherry Creek Golf Club4.59 mi
- Sycamore Hills Golf Club MICHIGAN3.94 mi
- Fern Hill Golf Club4.13.4 mi
- Maple Lane Golf Club and Driving Range47.7 mi
- Sanctuary Lake Golf Course3.911.5 mi
- Oakland Mall4.112.5 mi
- The Mall at Partridge Creek4.53.8 mi
- Meijer4.112.2 mi
- Macomb Mall44.8 mi
- Meijer4.15.4 mi
- Windsor International Airport4.222.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides recreational boating and fishing access.
Historic district with local restaurants and small businesses.
Anchor institution for the city and county seat.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).