Markets/Michigan/Grand Rapids-Kentwood

Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI Real Estate Market 2026

Investor-grade market analytics for Grand Rapids-Kentwood, Michigan. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Updated monthly.

Median Home Price

$338,550

+4.6% year-over-year

Est. Rental Yield

5.8%

gross annual

12-Month Forecast

-6.1%

base case (Zillow ZHVF)

-6.1% year-over-year

Market Momentum

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Warm
1.4mo supply ยท Score +3/7

Migration: Top 23% nationally

Income Migration

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In-migrants avg $62,281 AGI vs out-migrants $65,653

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Opportunity Zone Market

11 ZIP codes in Grand Rapids-Kentwood are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more โ†’

Grand Rapids-Kentwood Market Summary

Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI shows steady growth at 4.6% year-over-year appreciation, reflecting balanced market conditions with moderate demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.22x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+175 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (38/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 5.83% is moderate, offering acceptable cash flow for leveraged investments.

Affordability

Affordability Score83/100
Price-to-Income Ratio4.2x (national avg 4.8x)
Median Household Income$80,296

Price Forecast Scenarios

12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)

Bear Case-9.2%
Base Case-6.1%
Bull Case-3.1%

Climate & Natural Hazard Risk

Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI's primary climate exposure is wind storms (75/100). The composite climate risk score of 38/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.

Source: FEMA National Risk Index

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