The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 48825 sells for about $215,000, or $148 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,350 a month.
ZIP 48825 — East Lansing
The housing market in 48825 remains stable with steady demand driven by its proximity to major employment hubs and high-quality school districts. Inventory remains tight, supporting modest year-over-year price appreciation despite broader economic headwinds. Buyers are active, though the pace of sales has normalized compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking high-quality schools, university employees, and professionals commuting to Lansing who desire a suburban environment with recreational access.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% 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 10.2% · poverty 100.0% — elevated distress and economic pressure.
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 4.5%/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 4.4%/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 48825, Ingham County MI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the East Lansing/Haslett area are generally lower than the Michigan state average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by highly-rated public school districts, including Haslett Public Schools, which are recognized for strong academic performance and college readiness.
The region faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with standard flood insurance requirements for properties located near the Grand River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Michigan State University and the state capital, with ongoing development in the Lansing metro corridor supporting steady employment growth.
Property taxes are assessed at the local level based on taxable value, with millage rates determined by school districts, county government, and township authorities.
Residents typically commute via I-69 or I-96 to reach the Lansing employment core, with average commute times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes.
The area features extensive access to Lake Lansing for boating and fishing, alongside numerous community parks, walking trails, and proximity to regional shopping centers.
The rental market is influenced by student housing demand from nearby universities, resulting in low vacancy rates and consistent rent growth.
The economy is anchored by Michigan State University, state government operations in Lansing, and a growing healthcare sector.
The area is served by the Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) and provides easy access to the I-69/I-96 interchange.
Local planning focuses on mixed-use residential and commercial infill projects along the Grand River Avenue corridor.
Parcels are subject to Ingham County taxes, Haslett Public Schools millage, and local township utility assessments.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk for major natural disasters compared to coastal regions.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 48825 profile.
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.
- Zap Zone XL - Lansing4.67.9 mi
- High Caliber Karting and Entertainment4.82.7 mi
- Funcity Trampoline and Adventure Park3.78.2 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.56.8 mi
- Launch Family Entertainment Lansing4.62.6 mi
- Breslin Center4.71.1 mi
- Spartan Stadium4.60.7 mi
- MSU Union4.60.7 mi
- Wharton Center for Performing Arts4.70.4 mi
- Celebration! Cinema4.56.2 mi
- Potter Park Zoo4.53 mi
- NCG Cinema - Lansing & IMAX!4.33.4 mi
- Celebration! Cinema4.56.2 mi
- Impression 5 Science Center4.73.9 mi
- Hawk Island Park4.63.9 mi
- Impression 5 Science Center4.73.9 mi
- Michigan History Center4.74.7 mi
- Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum4.30.4 mi
- R.E. Olds Transportation Museum4.83.9 mi
- MSU Museum4.40.6 mi
- Hawk Island Park4.63.9 mi
- Hope Sports Complex4.44.7 mi
- Lake Lansing Park South4.63.7 mi
- Burchfield Park4.710.2 mi
- Frances Park4.66 mi
- Royal Scot Lansing4.18 mi
- Hawk Hollow Golf Course4.64.5 mi
- Forest Akers East Golf Course4.41.8 mi
- Eldorado Golf Course4.59.2 mi
- Wheatfield Valley Golf4.59.6 mi
- Horrocks Farm Market4.89.7 mi
- Meridian Mall4.22.6 mi
- Meijer4.32.7 mi
- Meijer45.5 mi
- Meijer4.32.4 mi
- Capital Region International Airport4.36.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major regional lake offering boating, fishing, and public beach access.
Features extensive hiking trails and educational programs along the Red Cedar River.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.