Living in St. Clair Shores
MACOMB COUNTY
Get to know St. Clair Shores.
In St. Clair Shores, start with how you want to spend your time at home and near the water. You may want room for a boat, a yard to enjoy, or a property with fewer exterior responsibilities. Each calls for a different search.
Local market update — September 2026
Coverage: St. Clair Shores · Single-family homes. October report edition; September sales data.
| Measure | Sep 2025 | Sep 2026 | Year-over-year |
|---|---|---|---|
| New listings | 93 | 93 | +0.0% |
| New pending sales | 78 | 56 | −28.2% |
| Closed sales | 89 | 67 | −24.7% |
| Average sale price | $253,980 | $258,340 | +1.7% |
| Price per square foot | $202 | $209 | +3.5% |
What to take from this: Fewer homes closed or went pending than last September, while average sale price edged higher. Waterfront and inland homes can compete in very different markets; compare properties with similar features and access.
Average sale price is not median price or a valuation of your home. Location, condition, size, and the mix of homes sold affect these figures.
Source: Real Estate One October 2025 and October 2026 Southeast Region Housing Report, page 32; Realcomp MLS using Great Lakes Repository Data. Year-over-year changes calculated from the two editions as published, rounded to one decimal; historical figures may be revised.
COMPARE TWO WATERFRONT MARKETS
St. Clair Shores or the Grosse Pointes?
This video explains several differences buyers should compare, including housing, waterfront options, taxes, insurance, municipal requirements, and commuting.
Find the home that fits your plans.
Compare detached homes and condos by layout, storage, parking, and maintenance. For a canal or lakefront property, investigate the seawall, dock space, water depth, bridge clearance, and your route onto the lake. A nearby marina and a dock included with your property are different arrangements; verify the details.
Explore parks and community life.
The city recreation department provides park, arena, golf, and activity information. Its waterfront parks have resident pass requirements, with details and exceptions explained on the official park-pass page. Check those rules before assuming a nearby park is open to every visitor.
Look closely before you choose.
Visit your chosen area during your usual travel times and consider the activity around parks, marinas, and local destinations. Confirm school assignment, insurance needs, and any condo or association rules for the specific property. Use official calendars for current community programs.
Build your budget around the total monthly cost: financing, an estimate of property taxes, insurance, utilities, and any association dues. Ask your lender, assessor, and insurance professional about the specific property rather than assuming another owner’s costs will be yours.
Selling in St. Clair Shores?
I’ll help you compare relevant recent sales and competing listings, identify preparation priorities, and build a pricing and marketing plan around your home’s condition, features, and location.
Request a personal home value review
Local resources.
Use these official resources for current services, activities, and visitor information. Outside links open in a new tab; check the organization’s latest details before visiting or registering.
Parks, facilities, and recreation
Waterfront park access and passes
Let’s plan your next move.
Have a property in mind, or want help comparing your options in St. Clair Shores? Tell me your priorities. We’ll use them to build a focused plan for buying or selling.
Ready to browse? Open the home search and choose your preferred location in the search criteria.
Gino Tozzi Jr., PhD · Associate Broker
Real Estate One / Tozzi Realty
Community resources checked October 30, 2026. Confirm schedules, eligibility, and property-specific details with the relevant organization.