Eau Claire, WI metro area Housing Market
Cool MarketComprehensive housing market data for the Eau Claire, 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
$295K
↑ 5.4% YoY
Days on Market
61 days
↓ 11.6% YoY
Active Inventory
419
↓ 8.5% YoY
Homes Sold
111
↓ 7.5% YoY
Cool Market
Buyer activity is slowing, creating more negotiating room.
Eau Claire, WI metro area Market Summary
The Eau Claire, WI metro area housing market is cooling down. As of March 2026, the median home sale price is $295K, up 5.4% year-over-year. Homes are spending a median of 61 days on the market, 11.6% shorter than a year ago.
There are 419 homes for sale — 8.5% fewer than last year. With 3.8 months of supply, this is a seller's market. 191 new listings were added during this period, down 8.2% year-over-year.
Homes are selling for 97.9% of their list price on average, suggesting room for negotiation. 28.8% of homes sell above their asking price. 14.3% of listings have had a price drop.
Market Opportunity Score
Based on current market conditions
65
Contributing Factors
How This Market Compares
vs. National Median
vs. Wisconsin Median
Investor Takeaway
The cooling market may present buying opportunities with less competition and more negotiating leverage. Prices are 32% below the national median, which could indicate stronger cash flow potential.
Eau Claire, WI metro area Market Trends
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Detailed Market Metrics
Median List Price
$350K
Price per Sq Ft
$176
Sale-to-List Ratio
97.9%
Months of Supply
3.8
Sold Above List
28.8%
Price Drops
14.3%
New Listings
191
↓ 8.2% YoY
Pending Sales
204
Off Market in 2 Weeks
55.4%
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