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DEFOREST, WI 53532

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
74
⇧ 12.1% vs 66 last year
Pending
26
35% pending ratio
Median Price
$564,900
⇧ 4.3% vs $541,650 last year
Average Price
$630,334
⇧ 10.1% vs $572,530 last year
Days on Market
71
⇩ 7.8% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 16,406  ·  Density: 116.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $103,440

Typical home value: $312,662  ·  Homeownership: 81.2%

Market Analysis

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

The DEFOREST, WI real estate market (53532) currently shows 74 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $541,650 to $564,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 74 this year vs 66 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $564,900 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $630,334 (+10.1% 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 16.7 miles — 451 listings ($296,820,897 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53532Deforest, WI 535320.0 mi74$46,644,716$564,900$630,334
53598Windsor, WI 535983.0 mi5$2,824,710$599,925$564,942
53590Sun Prairie, WI 535906.8 mi78$57,176,496$647,500$733,032
53597Waunakee, WI 535978.1 mi71$60,097,808$730,000$846,448
53714Madison, WI 5371410.4 mi13$4,182,659$334,450$321,743
53955Poynette, WI 5395511.1 mi26$13,544,232$399,900$520,932
53555Lodi, WI 5355512.6 mi15$11,328,675$524,900$755,245
53960Rio, WI 5396012.9 mi3$1,889,700$629,900$629,900
53715Madison, WI 5371513.5 mi2$1,255,866$519,000$627,933
53705Madison, WI 5370513.9 mi35$32,139,345$449,950$918,267
53527Cottage Grove, WI 5352714.5 mi36$19,900,368$514,200$552,788
53713Madison, WI 5371315.0 mi21$8,285,298$224,900$394,538
53711Madison, WI 5371116.7 mi72$37,551,024$486,900$521,542

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in DEFOREST, WI 53532?

As of January 2026, there are 74 active listings in DEFOREST, WI (zip code 53532), compared to 66 the prior year.

What is the median home price in DEFOREST, WI 53532?

The median listing price in DEFOREST, WI 53532 is $564,900 as of January 2026, a 4.3% increase from $541,650 the prior year.

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

Homes in DEFOREST, WI 53532 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in DEFOREST, WI 53532?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, DEFOREST, WI 53532 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 8 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 71 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in DEFOREST, WI 53532 save an estimated $11,298 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $564,900. 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.