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Active Inventory Update for Portage, IN January 2026

Published on Saturday, January 10, 2026
Sue Puplava
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January 2026 paints a clear picture of active inventory in Portage, IN, offering essential data for your next buying or selling step. How did available homes shift this month? The key lies in measurable outcomes: choices remained broad for buyers and stability favored sellers seeking competitive results.

Listing Volume, Pricing, and Engagement

Portage, IN sustained 128 active residential properties—a figure supporting flexibility and selection. With a median list price of $259,000 and sale price of $252,500, pricing stays tight and expectations stay realistic. Average days on market stood at 49, inviting buyers to explore but also to act with purpose. If you are looking for affordable homes in Portage, IN this January 2026, the current inventory ensures a variety of home sizes and price points.

  • Median property size is 1,950 sq ft, priced at $133/sq ft
  • 21 price reductions across listings
  • New, closed, and pending listings: 36, 42, and 39, respectively

Understanding Movement and Market Health

Contracts are signed after an average of 32 days, and 2.1 months of overall supply means sellers have leverage, but buyers will find plenty of options by connecting with a prepared agent. Minimal distressed homes and quick rental movements (6 rentals, most leased in 22 days) signal confidence and ongoing demand. Is it a good time to buy in Portage, IN? All numbers point to conditions that reward proactive, data focused decisions.

Local Strategy, Better Outcomes

Set up a conversation with Sue Puplava to walk through January 2026 numbers, see options, and track trends that affect your plans in Portage, IN. Timely advice makes every move easier.

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Action Steps for Sellers and Buyers

Wondering how to sell your house fast in Portage, IN? Effective marketing, price alignment, and responding to buyer feedback based on hard data are all strategies that unlock results. Sue Puplava translates each metric into guidance for real time decisions and outcomes.

Get the Most from January 2026

Let this inventory review guide your winter planning. For more support or answers, explore Portage, IN real estate options and make each move with confidence.

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