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WAUNAKEE, WI 53597

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
71
⇧ 54.3% vs 46 last year
Pending
31
44% pending ratio
Median Price
$730,000
⇧ 6.4% vs $685,975 last year
Average Price
$846,448
⇧ 9% vs $776,471 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 52.7% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The WAUNAKEE, WI real estate market (53597) currently shows 71 active listings, with 31 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.4% year-over-year, from $685,975 to $730,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 71 this year vs 46 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $730,000 (+6.4% YoY)
  • Average: $846,448 (+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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 15.2 miles — 354 listings ($242,278,918 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53597Waunakee, WI 535970.0 mi71$60,097,808$730,000$846,448
53598Windsor, WI 535986.2 mi5$2,824,710$599,925$564,942
53704Madison, WI 537046.4 mi48$22,076,496$375,000$459,927
53726Madison, WI 537268.0 mi2$679,800$339,900$339,900
53717Madison, WI 537178.2 mi15$6,414,000$434,450$427,600
53571Morrisonville, WI 535718.4 mi0$0$369,000$369,000
53714Madison, WI 537149.3 mi13$4,182,659$334,450$321,743
53713Madison, WI 5371310.5 mi21$8,285,298$224,900$394,538
53716Madison, WI 5371610.9 mi19$8,726,909$449,900$459,311
53911Arlington, WI 5391110.9 mi10$4,089,000$439,900$408,900
53711Madison, WI 5371111.8 mi72$37,551,024$486,900$521,542
53593Verona, WI 5359315.0 mi61$76,473,016$779,900$1,253,656
53558Mcfarland, WI 5355815.2 mi17$10,878,198$525,000$639,894

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 71 active listings in WAUNAKEE, WI (zip code 53597), compared to 46 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 is $730,000 as of January 2026, a 6.4% increase from $685,975 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 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 January 2026, WAUNAKEE, WI 53597 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 55 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 $14,600 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $730,000. 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.