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MERRIMAC, WI 53561

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

Market Analysis

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

The MERRIMAC, WI real estate market (53561) currently shows 9 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 94 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 18% year-over-year, from $799,000 to $942,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 1,891  ·  Density: 20.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $95,000

Typical home value: $368,140  ·  Homeownership: 87.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
9
⇩ 30.8% vs 13 last year
Pending
2
22% pending ratio
Median Price
$942,500
⇧ 18% vs $799,000 last year
Average Price
$893,386
⇩ 9% vs $981,673 last year
Days on Market
94
⇧ 14.6% vs 82 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$355
⇧ 1.4% vs $350/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,804 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 9 this year vs 13 last year
  • Days on market: 94 now vs 82 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $942,500 (+18% YoY)
  • Average: $893,386 (-9% 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 20.8 miles — 325 listings ($183,701,144 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53561Merrimac, WI 535610.0 mi10$8,936,000$934,725$893,600
53913Baraboo, WI 539137.9 mi41$21,860,626$407,176$533,186
53951North Freedom, WI 5395111.2 mi1$184,950$184,950$184,950
53529Dane, WI 5352912.3 mi5$3,031,125$582,450$606,225
53901Portage, WI 5390113.6 mi46$19,111,758$380,611$415,473
53560Mazomanie, WI 5356015.0 mi10$6,526,000$680,700$652,600
53940Lake Delton, WI 5394015.5 mi1$395,000$395,000$395,000
53920Briggsville, WI 5392018.8 mi2$999,800$499,900$499,900
53528Cross Plains, WI 5352819.2 mi14$11,122,300$793,450$794,450
53954Pardeeville, WI 5395419.9 mi16$6,426,880$382,400$401,680
53562Middleton, WI 5356220.0 mi96$74,736,000$582,750$778,500
53965Wisconsin Dells, WI 5396520.2 mi80$28,451,680$227,913$355,646
53960Rio, WI 5396020.8 mi3$1,919,025$639,675$639,675

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MERRIMAC, WI 53561?

As of March 2026, there are 9 active listings in MERRIMAC, WI (zip code 53561), compared to 13 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MERRIMAC, WI 53561?

The median listing price in MERRIMAC, WI 53561 is $942,500 as of March 2026, a 18% increase from $799,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in MERRIMAC, WI 53561 spend an average of 94 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 82 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MERRIMAC, WI 53561?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MERRIMAC, WI 53561 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 94 days on market compared to 82 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MERRIMAC, WI 53561 save an estimated $18,850 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $942,500. 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.