Is Eau Claire, WI 54701 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

The Eau Claire housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 43% of homes in Eau Claire, WI 54701 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 51 days and there were 2.3 months of supply. Under four months of supply means sellers have the edge: expect competition for well-priced homes. That’s based on 158 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 36%, homes sold faster (60 days then) and the median sale price rose 2% to $339,853. Overall, Eau Claire is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Eau Claire County, homes here sell faster than in 67% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 67%. On our competition score, Eau Claire ranks #139 of 319 WI ZIP codes with enough sales (score 69 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Augusta 54722 (13% sold over asking) or Eleva 54738 (27% sold over asking), while Fall Creek 54742 (60% sold over asking) and Fairchild 54741 (50% sold over asking) are even more competitive.