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COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Dane County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The COTTAGE GROVE, WI real estate market (53527) currently shows 48 active listings, with 24 pending sales. Homes are averaging 35 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.1% year-over-year, from $611,875 to $612,650.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
48
⇧ 50% vs 32 last year
Pending
24
50% pending ratio
Median Price
$612,650
⇧ 0.1% vs $611,875 last year
Average Price
$668,738
⇧ 10.2% vs $606,904 last year
Days on Market
35
⇩ 46.2% vs 65 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$251
⇩ 0.8% vs $253/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,435 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 48 this year vs 32 last year
  • Days on market: 35 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $612,650 (+0.1% YoY)
  • Average: $668,738 (+10.2% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.8 miles — 648 listings ($399,041,705 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53527Cottage Grove, WI 535270.0 mi38$23,576,948$605,650$620,446
53718Madison, WI 537184.8 mi53$21,885,926$399,950$412,942
53558Mcfarland, WI 535586.3 mi23$15,135,472$489,750$658,064
53559Marshall, WI 535599.0 mi7$2,588,691$368,425$369,813
53590Sun Prairie, WI 535909.4 mi104$73,692,840$582,475$708,585
53589Stoughton, WI 535899.5 mi74$39,489,434$452,423$533,641
53713Madison, WI 5371310.3 mi19$7,354,197$211,600$387,063
53711Madison, WI 5371111.4 mi107$55,474,899$486,925$518,457
53598Windsor, WI 5359812.4 mi7$3,980,900$559,950$568,700
53705Madison, WI 5370513.7 mi40$40,099,880$487,450$1,002,497
53551Lake Mills, WI 5355114.0 mi17$10,480,857$454,863$616,521
53597Waunakee, WI 5359715.7 mi89$78,747,111$772,500$884,799
53719Madison, WI 5371915.8 mi70$26,534,550$372,400$379,065

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 48 active listings in COTTAGE GROVE, WI (zip code 53527), compared to 32 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 is $612,650 as of March 2026, a 0.1% increase from $611,875 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 35 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 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 March 2026, COTTAGE GROVE, WI 53527 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 35 days on market compared to 65 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 $12,253 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $612,650. 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.