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WAUNAKEE, WI 53597

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

Neighborhoods in ZIP 53597

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Market Analysis

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

The WAUNAKEE, WI real estate market (53597) currently shows 94 active listings, with 44 pending sales. Homes are averaging 50 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 50 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.2% year-over-year, from $791,000 to $789,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,517  ·  Density: 149.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $113,129

Typical home value: $430,286  ·  Homeownership: 73.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
94
⇧ 38.2% vs 68 last year
Pending
44
47% pending ratio
Median Price
$789,475
⇩ 0.2% vs $791,000 last year
Average Price
$904,217
⇩ 2.6% vs $928,556 last year
Days on Market
50
⇧ 6.4% vs 47 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$273
⇧ 1.5% vs $269/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,134 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 94 this year vs 68 last year
  • Days on market: 50 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $789,475 (-0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $904,217 (-2.6% 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 15.3 miles — 482 listings ($287,578,270 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53597Waunakee, WI 535970.0 mi89$78,747,111$772,500$884,799
53598Windsor, WI 535986.2 mi7$3,980,900$559,950$568,700
53704Madison, WI 537046.4 mi58$22,169,572$342,225$382,234
53726Madison, WI 537268.0 mi4$3,060,832$781,175$765,208
53717Madison, WI 537178.2 mi21$9,877,119$474,900$470,339
53715Madison, WI 537158.9 mi6$3,404,340$553,250$567,390
53528Cross Plains, WI 5352810.1 mi14$11,122,300$793,450$794,450
53555Lodi, WI 5355510.8 mi16$11,517,440$483,650$719,840
53719Madison, WI 5371910.9 mi70$26,534,550$372,400$379,065
53718Madison, WI 5371811.0 mi53$21,885,926$399,950$412,942
53590Sun Prairie, WI 5359012.6 mi104$73,692,840$582,475$708,585
53560Mazomanie, WI 5356015.0 mi10$6,526,000$680,700$652,600
53955Poynette, WI 5395515.3 mi30$15,059,340$399,900$501,978

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597?

As of March 2026, there are 94 active listings in WAUNAKEE, WI (zip code 53597), compared to 68 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597?

The median listing price in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 is $789,475 as of March 2026, a 0.2% decrease from $791,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 spend an average of 50 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 50 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 save an estimated $15,790 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $789,475. 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.