The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48189 sells for about $424,000, or $240 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% 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 $1,246 a month.
ZIP 48189 — Whitmore Lake
The 48189 housing market shows resilience with a median price of $424,000, driven by consistent demand from Ann Arbor commuters. While inventory remains tight, the market is experiencing a stabilization in days on market compared to previous years. Overall, the area remains a desirable location for families seeking a balance between suburban living and proximity to major employment hubs.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters who desire a lake-oriented lifestyle while remaining within a reasonable driving distance of the Ann Arbor employment hub.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% 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 2.1% · poverty 5.9% — 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 9.7%/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 6.5%/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 48189, Michigan
Crime rates in Whitmore Lake are generally lower than the Michigan state average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Whitmore Lake Public Schools district, which maintains a moderate rating and focuses on community-integrated education.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather; flood risk is localized near the lakefront.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Ann Arbor's research and university sectors, with steady residential development occurring in Northfield Township.
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 US-23, providing direct access to Ann Arbor to the south and Brighton to the north.
The area is anchored by Whitmore Lake, offering boating and fishing, alongside local parks like the Northfield Community Park and nearby golf courses.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates due to high demand from commuters working in Ann Arbor and limited new multi-family inventory.
The economy is heavily influenced by the proximity to the University of Michigan and the broader Ann Arbor tech and healthcare corridor.
Transportation is dominated by the US-23 highway corridor, which serves as the primary artery for regional transit.
Development is focused on controlled residential expansion in Northfield Township with an emphasis on preserving lakefront access.
The Washtenaw County Equalization Department oversees property assessments, ensuring compliance with state constitutional tax limits.
Parcels are subject to Northfield Township and Whitmore Lake Public Schools district taxes, with specific assessments for local utility services.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though proximity to the lake may influence flood insurance requirements for specific parcels.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
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.
- Dave & Buster's Livonia418.5 mi
- BIG Best In Games - The Ultimate Event Party Venue!4.613.2 mi
- Rolling Hills Water Park4.516.9 mi
- The HUB Stadium & Restaurant, Novi4.516.4 mi
- Sky Zone Canton418.6 mi
- Michigan Stadium4.89.6 mi
- Vibe Credit Union Showplace4.315.5 mi
- Cantoro's Italian Market - Plymouth4.717.7 mi
- Crisler Center4.89.6 mi
- Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center4.610.1 mi
- Kensington Metropark4.710.6 mi
- Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum4.78.5 mi
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens4.89.3 mi
- University of Michigan Museum of Natural History4.78.9 mi
- Mt. Brighton Ski Resort4.19.7 mi
- Kensington Metropark4.710.6 mi
- Matthaei Botanical Gardens4.89.3 mi
- Gallup Park4.79.6 mi
- Island Lake Recreation Area4.77.8 mi
- University of Michigan Nichols Arboretum4.88.9 mi
- Mac's Marina Inc4.52 mi
- Wonderland Marine West4.26.6 mi
- Independence Lake4.51 mi
- Independence Lake4.51 mi
- Fox Hills Golf & Banquet Center4.610.1 mi
- Tanglewood Golf Course4.411.1 mi
- Moose Ridge Golf Course4.36 mi
- Huron Meadows Metropark4.65.6 mi
- University of Michigan Golf Course4.69.8 mi
- Briarwood Mall4.211.3 mi
- Meijer4.211.3 mi
- Meijer4.112.9 mi
- Meijer4.18.6 mi
- Meijer4.19.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large recreational lake providing boating, fishing, and swimming access.
Features sports fields, walking trails, and community event spaces.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).