Is Johnson Creek, WI 53038 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Johnson Creek is a seller’s market. With about 2.7 months of supply and 36% of recent sales closing above the original list price, competing offers are common on well-priced homes. Buyers here often have a pre-approval in hand and a plan for the appraisal gap before touring.
The Johnson Creek housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 36% of homes in Johnson Creek, WI 53038 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 43 days and there were 2.7 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 14 home sales.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 42%, homes sold faster (56 days then) and the median sale price rose 6% to $454,753. Overall, Johnson Creek is about as competitive as it was a year ago.
Within Jefferson County, homes here sell more slowly than in 56% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in 78%.
Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Lake Mills 53551 (28% sold over asking) or Waterloo 53594 (29% sold over asking), while Helenville 53137 (60% sold over asking) and Sullivan 53178 (57% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Johnson Creek real estate
Is Johnson Creek a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 2.7 months of supply in Johnson Creek, WI 53038 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Johnson Creek?
The typical home went under contract in 43 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Johnson Creek sell over asking?
36% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 100.4% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Johnson Creek?
About 1.46% of a home’s value a year in Jefferson County, or roughly $5,840 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Johnson Creek?
The median sale price was $454,753 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $184 per square foot.
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