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FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
38
⇧ 11.8% vs 34 last year
Pending
9
24% pending ratio
Median Price
$375,000
⇧ 6.7% vs $351,475 last year
Average Price
$414,560
⇩ 10.1% vs $461,120 last year
Days on Market
56
⇧ 30.2% vs 43 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,535  ·  Density: 73.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $77,530

Typical home value: $221,382  ·  Homeownership: 76.6%

Market Analysis

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

The FORT ATKINSON, WI real estate market (53538) currently shows 38 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 56 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.7% year-over-year, from $351,475 to $375,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 38 this year vs 34 last year
  • Days on market: 56 now vs 43 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $375,000 (+6.7% YoY)
  • Average: $414,560 (-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 22.3 miles — 280 listings ($133,962,617 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53538Fort Atkinson, WI 535380.0 mi38$15,753,280$375,000$414,560
53523Cambridge, WI 535239.3 mi19$11,899,225$495,000$626,275
53190Whitewater, WI 5319010.4 mi31$12,625,990$354,500$407,290
53137Helenville, WI 5313711.9 mi2$1,190,000$595,000$595,000
53038Johnson Creek, WI 5303812.4 mi11$3,753,321$344,900$341,211
53531Deerfield, WI 5353115.1 mi10$4,727,710$435,000$472,771
53178Sullivan, WI 5317815.6 mi3$3,825,000$1,275,000$1,275,000
53094Watertown, WI 5309417.3 mi48$17,876,928$397,400$372,436
53527Cottage Grove, WI 5352719.0 mi36$19,900,368$514,200$552,788
53119Eagle, WI 5311919.7 mi5$4,499,250$657,450$899,850
53559Marshall, WI 5355920.1 mi7$2,835,420$374,900$405,060
53115Delavan, WI 5311520.8 mi65$33,709,325$417,000$518,605
53114Darien, WI 5311422.3 mi5$1,366,800$294,950$273,360

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538?

As of January 2026, there are 38 active listings in FORT ATKINSON, WI (zip code 53538), compared to 34 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538?

The median listing price in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538 is $375,000 as of January 2026, a 6.7% increase from $351,475 the prior year.

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

Homes in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538 spend an average of 56 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 43 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 4 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 56 days on market compared to 43 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FORT ATKINSON, WI 53538 save an estimated $7,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $375,000. 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.