Appleton, WI metro area Housing Market
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Data period: March 2026
Median Sale Price
$311K
↓ 6.0% YoY
Days on Market
54 days
↑ 8.0% YoY
Active Inventory
486
↓ 11.3% YoY
Homes Sold
206
↑ 4.6% YoY
Warm Market
The market is active with moderate buyer demand.
Appleton, WI metro area Market Summary
The Appleton, WI metro area housing market is heating up. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $311K, down 6.0% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 54 days on the market, 8.0% longer than a year ago.
There are 486 homes for sale — 11.3% fewer than last year. With 2.4 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 239 new listings were added during this period, down 3.2% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 100.2% of their list price on average, indicating buyers are paying above asking. 45.1% of homes sell above their asking price. 11.1% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
60
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Wisconsin Median
Investor Takeaway
Prices are 29% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Appleton, WI metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$345K
Price per Sq Ft
$186
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.2%
Months of Supply
2.4
Sold Above List
45.1%
Price Drops
11.1%
New Listings
239
↓ 3.2% YoY
Pending Sales
260
Off Market in 2 Weeks
64.6%
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