Sterling Real Estate
6 active listings · 11 sold in the past 12mo
$237,000
Median List Price
11
Sold (past 12mo)
71
Avg Days on Market
-36.9%
HFGⓘ
Household Formation Gap (HFG) is a secondary market indicator that measures hidden housing demand created by shrinking household sizes. As average household size decreases — due to divorce, single living, empty nesting, delayed marriage — more housing units are needed even without population growth. HFG compares the estimated number of households needed today versus 15 years ago: (population ÷ avg household size). This is a demographic trend signal, not a primary market indicator like income-based affordability or comparative market analysis. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (2009–2023), Tables B01003, B25010, B25001.
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For Sale
1/97
$749,000
5717 Maple Ridge Road, Sterling, MI 48659
3 bd2 ba3,480 sqft38.56 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/85
$739,000
1697 Wildwood Road, Sterling, MI 48659
2 bd3 ba2,300 sqft10.03 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/36
$245,000
4281 Franklin Trail, Sterling, MI 48659
3 bd1 ba0.72 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/64
$229,000
201 E Main Road, Sterling, MI 48659
2 bd1 ba0.49 ac
Single Family
Under Contract
1/26
$150,000
6034 W Sterling Road, Sterling, MI 48659
4 bd2 ba2.40 ac
Single Family
For Sale
1/2
$44,900
120 S greenwood Street, Sterling, MI 48659
10 bd8 ba0.47 ac
Single Family
Recently Sold(11)
| Address | Sold Price | Date Sold |
|---|---|---|
| 2324 Dobler Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $51,500 | May 27, 2026 |
| 334 Main Street, Sterling, MI 48659 | $139,000 | Feb 26, 2026 |
| 40393 FORDWICH Drive, Sterling, MI 48310 | $490,000 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| 3702 W Berry Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $335,000 | Nov 20, 2025 |
| 5477 S Townline Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $170,000 | Nov 13, 2025 |
| 5597 Groszek Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $217,000 | Oct 30, 2025 |
| 8764 Saunders Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $305,000 | Oct 7, 2025 |
| 224 Greenwood Street, Sterling, MI 48659 | $129,000 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| 2801 S Adams Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $65,000 | Sep 8, 2025 |
| 884 N Gavord Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $325,000 | Sep 4, 2025 |
| 1520 Kuehn Road, Sterling, MI 48659 | $265,000 | Jul 22, 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sterling
What is the current real estate inventory in Sterling?
Buyers in Sterling can choose from 6 active listings. The median asking price is $237,000.
What are home prices like in Sterling?
The median sale price in Sterling is $237,000, based on 11 closed sales over the past 12 months.
What is the average days on market in Sterling?
Homes in Sterling sell in an average of 71 days, based on 11 sales over the past 12 months.
Which school districts cover Sterling?
Sterling is served by one or more public school districts. In Michigan, school district boundaries do not always align with city limits, so different parts of Sterling may be zoned for different districts. Check individual listings for the specific school district assignment.
How competitive is the Sterling real estate market?
With 6.5 months of inventory, Sterling is currently a buyer's market. This is based on 6 active listings and 11 sales in the past 12 months.
What are property taxes like in Sterling?
Michigan property taxes in Sterling are calculated using the State Equalized Value (SEV) times the local millage rate. Rates vary by school district and municipality. Primary residences qualify for a homestead exemption that reduces the tax rate.
What is the Household Formation Gap in Sterling?
Per U.S. Census ACS data, Sterling has a -36.9% Household Formation Gap over the past 15 years, indicating softening demographic demand. Population declined 33.0%, outpacing the effect of shrinking household sizes (2.56 to 2.72). HFG is a secondary market indicator — local conditions and other factors also influence housing demand.