Market Insights & Trends

What’s Happening in the Southeast Wisconsin Market Right Now?

As we move through the summer of 2025, Southeast Wisconsin’s real estate market continues to show strength, stability, and steady growth. At Accent Realty, we keep a close eye on the numbers so our clients can make smart decisions—whether you're buying your first home, upsizing, downsizing, or investing.

Here’s what we’re seeing in the local market:

1. Home Prices Remain Steady—But Not Overheated

Home values in Kenosha, Pleasant Prairie, and the surrounding areas have remained strong but stable. The median home price in Kenosha County is hovering around $285,000, up about 4% from this time last year. While prices aren’t spiking like in previous years, homes are still appreciating steadily—a good sign for sellers and a manageable trend for buyers.

What it means for you:

• Sellers can feel confident listing while still attracting serious buyers.

• Buyers may find more negotiating room than in recent years, especially with well-prepared offers.

  
  

2. Inventory Is Improving

We’re seeing more listings hit the market compared to last summer. While it’s not a flood, the slight increase in housing inventory gives buyers more choices and softens bidding wars.

Local Tip from Todd & Tracey: Homes that are priced right and show well are still going quickly. We help our sellers stand out from day one with professional guidance, staging tips, and local marketing.

3. Mortgage Rates Are Leveling Off

After climbing in 2024, mortgage rates have finally started to stabilize. As of July 2025, average 30-year fixed rates are in the 6.25%–6.75% range, depending on credit and loan type. This has encouraged some sidelined buyers to re-enter the market.

Pro Insight: If you’re unsure how interest rates impact your buying power, let us connect you with a trusted local lender. A quick pre-approval helps you act fast and shop smarter.

4. Hot Neighborhoods to Watch

A few neighborhoods in Southeast Wisconsin are drawing more attention this year:

• Pleasant Prairie’s Lake Andrea area: Popular for its parks, schools, and access to I-94.

• Somers and Bristol: More buyers are looking for newer homes and extra space.

• Downtown Kenosha: Continued revitalization and lakefront access are attracting young professionals and investors.

  
  

5. What’s Next? Our Mid-Year Market Outlook

We anticipate a steady, balanced market throughout the rest of 2025. Continued growth in Chicagoland-to-Wisconsin relocations and a solid job market in southeastern Wisconsin will likely keep demand healthy—especially for homes priced under $400,000.

Need Help Navigating Today’s Market?

Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or just explore your options, Accent Realty is here to help. We live and work right here in Kenosha County and have helped local families for over 25 years.

Let’s talk about your next move.

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