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COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dane County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
36
⇧ 33.3% vs 27 last year
Pending
11
31% pending ratio
Median Price
$514,200
⇩ 16% vs $612,475 last year
Average Price
$552,788
⇩ 8.4% vs $603,375 last year
Days on Market
114
⇧ 132.7% vs 49 days last year

Market Context

Population: 11,182  ·  Density: 120.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $113,262

Typical home value: $357,864  ·  Homeownership: 81.0%

Market Analysis

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

The COTTAGE GROVE, WI real estate market (53527) currently shows 36 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 114 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 114 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 16% year-over-year, from $612,475 to $514,200.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 36 this year vs 27 last year
  • Days on market: 114 now vs 49 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $514,200 (-16% YoY)
  • Average: $552,788 (-8.4% 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 15.8 miles — 519 listings ($309,730,292 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53527Cottage Grove, WI 535270.0 mi36$19,900,368$514,200$552,788
53718Madison, WI 537184.8 mi40$15,202,680$304,000$380,067
53558Mcfarland, WI 535586.3 mi17$10,878,198$525,000$639,894
53559Marshall, WI 535599.0 mi7$2,835,420$374,900$405,060
53590Sun Prairie, WI 535909.4 mi78$57,176,496$647,500$733,032
53589Stoughton, WI 535899.5 mi70$36,860,670$467,000$526,581
53713Madison, WI 5371310.3 mi21$8,285,298$224,900$394,538
53711Madison, WI 5371111.4 mi72$37,551,024$486,900$521,542
53598Windsor, WI 5359812.4 mi5$2,824,710$599,925$564,942
53705Madison, WI 5370513.7 mi35$32,139,345$449,950$918,267
53551Lake Mills, WI 5355114.0 mi17$9,437,125$495,000$555,125
53597Waunakee, WI 5359715.7 mi71$60,097,808$730,000$846,448
53719Madison, WI 5371915.8 mi50$16,541,150$287,450$330,823

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527?

As of January 2026, there are 36 active listings in COTTAGE GROVE, WI (zip code 53527), compared to 27 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527?

The median listing price in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 is $514,200 as of January 2026, a 16% decrease from $612,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 spend an average of 114 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 49 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 114 days on market compared to 49 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 save an estimated $10,284 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $514,200. 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.