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WATERFORD, WI 53185

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Racine County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
45
⇩ 16.7% vs 54 last year
Pending
5
11% pending ratio
Median Price
$499,000
⇧ 14.7% vs $434,900 last year
Average Price
$632,538
⇧ 21.4% vs $520,827 last year
Days on Market
83
⇧ 23.9% vs 67 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,578  ·  Density: 156.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $101,188

Typical home value: $333,371  ·  Homeownership: 83.2%

Market Analysis

Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WATERFORD, WI real estate market (53185) currently shows 45 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 14.7% year-over-year, from $434,900 to $499,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 45 this year vs 54 last year
  • Days on market: 83 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $499,000 (+14.7% YoY)
  • Average: $632,538 (+21.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 16.0 miles — 401 listings ($201,397,557 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53185Waterford, WI 531850.0 mi45$28,464,210$499,000$632,538
53150Muskego, WI 531507.0 mi20$10,906,960$562,450$545,348
53149Mukwonago, WI 531499.3 mi46$27,526,032$599,450$598,392
53105Burlington, WI 5310510.1 mi46$25,253,402$399,900$548,987
53132Franklin, WI 5313211.2 mi67$31,803,560$400,000$474,680
53189Waukesha, WI 5318911.7 mi58$32,174,166$512,450$554,727
53130Hales Corners, WI 5313012.4 mi7$2,883,601$415,000$411,943
53151New Berlin, WI 5315113.3 mi26$11,601,538$389,000$446,213
53228Milwaukee, WI 5322814.1 mi15$4,918,965$319,900$327,931
53177Sturtevant, WI 5317714.7 mi9$4,839,300$399,999$537,700
53220Milwaukee, WI 5322015.6 mi32$8,870,848$270,000$277,214
53227Milwaukee, WI 5322715.8 mi25$7,655,725$293,250$306,229
53119Eagle, WI 5311916.0 mi5$4,499,250$657,450$899,850

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WATERFORD, WI 53185?

As of January 2026, there are 45 active listings in WATERFORD, WI (zip code 53185), compared to 54 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WATERFORD, WI 53185?

The median listing price in WATERFORD, WI 53185 is $499,000 as of January 2026, a 14.7% increase from $434,900 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WATERFORD, WI?

Homes in WATERFORD, WI 53185 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WATERFORD, WI 53185?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WATERFORD, WI 53185 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 9 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 83 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WATERFORD, WI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WATERFORD, WI 53185 save an estimated $9,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $499,000. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.