Is Jefferson, WI 53549 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Jefferson housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 44% of homes in Jefferson, WI 53549 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 44 days and there were 3.8 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 33 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 38%, homes sold more slowly (38 days then) and the median sale price rose 5% to $325,859. Overall, Jefferson is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Jefferson County, homes here sell more slowly than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 56%. On our competition score, Jefferson ranks #166 of 319 WI ZIP codes with enough sales (score 65 out of 100).

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.