Baraboo, WI metro area Housing Market

Cool Market

Comprehensive housing market data for the Baraboo, WI metro area metro area. Track home prices, inventory, days on market, and competition — updated monthly for real estate investors.

Data period: March 2026

Median Sale Price

$346K

22.5% YoY

Days on Market

57 days

3.4% YoY

Active Inventory

223

0.0% YoY

Homes Sold

44

20.0% YoY

Cool Market

Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.

Baraboo, WI metro area Market Summary

The Baraboo, WI metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $346K, up 22.5% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 57 days on the market, 3.4% shorter than a year ago.

There are 223 homes for sale — 0.0% fewer than last year. With 5.1 months of supply, this is a balanced market. 76 new listings were added during this period, down 10.6% year-over-year.

Homes are selling for 99.5% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 27.3% of homes sell above their asking price. 12.1% of listings have had a price drop.

Market Opportunity Score

Based on current market conditions

70

Contributing Factors

Months of Supply 5.1
Days on Market 57
Price Drops 12.1%
Sale-to-List Ratio 99.5%
Market Temperature Cool

How This Market Compares

vs. National Median

Median Price (National: $437K) 20.7%
Days on Market (National: 55) 3.6%
Inventory (National: 1,314,690) 100.0%

vs. Wisconsin Median

Median Price (Wisconsin: $338K) 2.4%
Days on Market (Wisconsin: 54) 5.6%

Investor Takeaway

The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. High inventory relative to sales pace means buyers have options and sellers may be flexible on price. Prices are 21% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.

Baraboo, WI metro area Market Trends

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Detailed Market Metrics

Median List Price

$375K

Price per Sq Ft

$187

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.5%

Months of Supply

5.1

Sold Above List

27.3%

Price Drops

12.1%

New Listings

76

10.6% YoY

Pending Sales

85

Off Market in 2 Weeks

34.1%

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Housing market data provided by Redfin, a national real estate brokerage. Not financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making investment decisions.