Real Estate Investing in Chelsea, Michigan

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 13,088 • Washtenaw County

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Should you buy in Chelsea, MI? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

2.0/ 5

Appreciation

2.0% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $420,265
Avg Monthly Rent $1,764
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Chelsea Real Estate

Chelsea, MI covers 1 ZIP codes and a population but the investment metrics here are modest — this is not a market to enter casually.

The investment case for Chelsea is difficult to make on screen data alone. better suited elsewhere for a 3.0 rating and a cap rate of 0.0% that looks fine only until you underwrite the vacancy.

unambiguously Chelsea's sale market has not rewarded patience. a challenging fit for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Chelsea a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Ann Arbor, MI

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Avg Home Value
$420,265
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,764
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (MI)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Ann Arbor, MI metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
39%
Days Pending
0/2
35 days

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⚖️ Balanced Market — Ann Arbor, MI metro
35
Days to pending
10.7%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Chelsea, MI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chelsea, MI

What are home prices like in Chelsea, MI?

In Chelsea, MI the median home value sits at $420K. Against the broader MI market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

What is it like being a landlord in Chelsea, MI?

The landlord environment in Chelsea, MI is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How strong is tenant demand in Chelsea, MI?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Chelsea, MI. The rental market absorbs $1,764/mo rents without meaningful friction.

Can I house hack in Chelsea, MI?

House hacking in Chelsea, MI is a challenging. With home values around $420K and rents at $1,764/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

Are rents high in Chelsea, MI?

Rental rates in Chelsea, MI average $1,764/mo. Tenant demand and $420K home values make the yield look reasonable by investor standards.

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