Is Appleton, WI 54915 a buyer’s or seller’s market?

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

Appleton is a seller’s market. With about 2.1 months of supply and 56% 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 score80/ 100

More competitive than 85% of U.S. ZIP codes, and #56 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 list55.9%Share of sales, last 3 months
Median sale-to-list102.1%Sold price ÷ list price
Median days on market45Listing to accepted offer
Median price per sq ft$187▲ +2.7% vs. last year

The Appleton housing market right now

In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 56% of homes in Appleton, WI 54915 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 45 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 156 home sales.

Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 48%, homes sold about as fast and the median sale price rose 6% to $370,340. Overall, Appleton is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.

Within Calumet County, homes here sell faster than in 86% of the county’s ZIP codes, and sell more often over asking than in 86%. On our competition score, Appleton ranks #56 of 319 WI ZIP codes with enough sales (score 80 out of 100).

Nearby, buyers who want less competition could look at Potter 54160 (0% sold over asking) or Hilbert 54129 (23% sold over asking).

Nearby markets

Brillion 54110Seller’s market $150 /sq ftChilton 53014Seller’s market $230 /sq ftForest Junction 54123 — /sq ftHilbert 54129Seller’s market $208 /sq ft Browse all markets →

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Questions about Appleton real estate

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

A seller’s market: there were 2.1 months of supply in Appleton, WI 54915 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 Appleton?

The typical home went under contract in 45 days in the latest three months.

Do homes in Appleton sell over asking?

56% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 102.1% of the list price.

What are property taxes in Appleton?

About 1.41% of a home’s value a year in Calumet County, or roughly $5,640 on a $400,000 home.

What is the median home price in Appleton?

The median sale price was $370,340 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $187 per square foot.

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