Is Benton, WI 53803 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Benton is a seller’s market. With about 0.5 months of supply and 0% 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 Benton housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 0% of homes in Benton, WI 53803 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 60 days and there were 0.5 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. With only 7 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking fell from 29%, homes sold more slowly (36 days then) and the median sale price fell 14% to $189,918. Overall, Benton is less competitive than a year ago, which gives buyers more room.
Within Lafayette County, homes here sell more slowly than in 57% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell less often over asking than in any other ZIP code in the county.
Nearby, South Wayne 53587 (100% sold over asking) and Blanchardville 53516 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.
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Questions about Benton real estate
Is Benton a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A seller’s market: there were 0.5 months of supply in Benton, WI 53803 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 Benton?
The typical home went under contract in 60 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Benton sell over asking?
0% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 98.3% of the list price.
What are property taxes in Benton?
About 1.57% of a home’s value a year in Lafayette County, or roughly $6,280 on a $400,000 home.
What is the median home price in Benton?
The median sale price was $189,918 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $115 per square foot.
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