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WAUSAU, WI 54403

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇩ 43.2% vs 44 last year
Pending
12
48% pending ratio
Median Price
$274,900
⇧ 28.8% vs $213,400 last year
Average Price
$344,833
⇧ 15.3% vs $299,197 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 16.1% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

Population: 24,874  ·  Density: 71.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $65,515

Typical home value: $172,464  ·  Homeownership: 67.2%

Market Analysis

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

The WAUSAU, WI real estate market (54403) currently shows 25 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 28.8% year-over-year, from $213,400 to $274,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 44 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $274,900 (+28.8% YoY)
  • Average: $344,833 (+15.3% 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 31.3 miles — 104 listings ($38,425,868 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
54403Wausau, WI 544030.0 mi25$8,620,825$274,900$344,833
54408Aniwa, WI 5440810.0 mi1$254,900$254,900$254,900
54474Rothschild, WI 5447412.1 mi2$649,800$324,900$324,900
54414Birnamwood, WI 5441417.0 mi5$1,585,875$319,450$317,175
54452Merrill, WI 5445217.4 mi38$8,286,128$204,900$218,056
54427Eland, WI 5442719.0 mi1$200,000$200,000$200,000
54435Gleason, WI 5443522.3 mi8$6,495,680$410,000$811,960
54499Wittenberg, WI 5449923.4 mi5$1,809,750$324,450$361,950
54442Irma, WI 5444224.1 mi2$199,800$99,900$99,900
54411Athens, WI 5441125.2 mi8$4,854,512$357,000$606,814
54485Summit Lake, WI 5448528.8 mi3$948,999$208,000$316,333
54416Bowler, WI 5441629.8 mi3$1,019,700$339,900$339,900
54443Junction City, WI 5444331.3 mi3$3,499,899$1,200,000$1,166,633

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAUSAU, WI 54403?

As of January 2026, there are 25 active listings in WAUSAU, WI (zip code 54403), compared to 44 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAUSAU, WI 54403?

The median listing price in WAUSAU, WI 54403 is $274,900 as of January 2026, a 28.8% increase from $213,400 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAUSAU, WI 54403 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAUSAU, WI 54403?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WAUSAU, WI 54403 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 19 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAUSAU, WI 54403 save an estimated $5,498 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $274,900. 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.