Is Kenosha, WI 53143 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

Seller’s market 3 months ending August 31, 2026 · Source: Redfin

Kenosha is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 46% 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.

Competition score75/ 100

More competitive than 80% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #91 of 319 in the state.

Based on share sold above original list, sale-to-list ratio, months of supply and days on market for the 3 months ending August 31, 2026. See the breakdown

Months of supply2.1Under 4 months = seller’s market
Sold above original list45.7%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list99.9%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market35Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$184▲ +3.2% vs. last year

The Kenosha housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 46% of homes in Kenosha, WI 53143 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 35 days and there were 2.1 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 72 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 49%, homes sold faster (41 days then) and the median sale price rose 1% to $278,929. Overall, Kenosha is about as competitive as it was a year ago.

Within Kenosha County, homes here sell faster than in 78% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 67%. On our competition score, Kenosha ranks #91 of 319 WI ZIP codes with enough sales (score 75 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Twin Lakes 53181 (30% sold over asking) or Silver Lake 53170 (36% sold over asking), while Kenosha 53142 (56% sold over asking) and Kenosha 53144 (53% sold over asking) are even more competitive.

Nearby markets

Bristol 53104Seller’s market $226 /sq ftKenosha 53140Seller’s market $190 /sq ftKenosha 53142Seller’s market $202 /sq ftKenosha 53144Seller’s market $214 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Kenosha real estate

Is Kenosha a buyer’s or seller’s market?

A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Kenosha, WI 53143 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 Kenosha?

The typical home went under contract in 35 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Kenosha sell over asking?

46% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.9% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Kenosha?

About 1.57% of a home’s value a year in Kenosha County, or roughly $6,280 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Kenosha?

The median sale price was $278,929 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $184 per square foot.

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