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Appleton WI Housing Market Report — 2026
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Data retrieved: 2026-09-13
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| Measure | Value | Provider and geography | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $311,794 | Redfin · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place | Three months ending August 2026 |
| Median days on market | 44 days | Redfin · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place | Three months ending August 2026 |
| Homes sold | 319 homes | Redfin · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place | Three months ending August 2026 |
| Typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) | $309,058 | Zillow · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place | As of 2026-07-31 |
| For-sale inventory | 295 homes | Zillow · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place | As of 2026-07-31 |
Sources shown: Redfin and Zillow. Market data is background context only; property-specific value still depends on condition, title, occupancy, repairs, payoff, liens, and closing timeline.
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TL;DR
According to Redfin Data Center city data for May 2026, Appleton's median sale price is $299,821 — up 3.39% year-over-year — with 42 median days on market and 248 homes sold. Zillow Research city ZHVI as of 2026-05-31 is $305,415. USA Home Buyers purchases Appleton homes for cash in any condition, any situation. Offer review often within 24 hours after we understand the property, coordinate closing after title, payoff, seller readiness, and local closing details are reviewed. Call 888-274-5006.
Appleton WI Market Overview
Appleton is the county seat of Outagamie County and the largest city in the Fox Cities region. The combination of manufacturing, healthcare (Thedacare, Ascension), and educational institutions (Lawrence University) creates a stable housing market that has appreciated through economic cycles. Appleton spans three counties — Outagamie (primary/county seat), Calumet, and Winnebago — which affects which Register of Deeds, courts, and sheriff sales apply for specific properties.
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $299,821 (+3.39% YoY) | Redfin Data Center city row, May 2026 |
| Median days on market | 42 median days on market | Redfin Data Center city row, May 2026 |
| Homes sold | 248 homes sold | Redfin Data Center city row, May 2026 |
| Zillow city ZHVI | $305,415 ZHVI | Zillow Research city ZHVI as of 2026-05-31 |
| WI transfer fee | $3/$1,000 (0.3%), Outagamie County ROD | WI DOR / Wis. Stat. §77.22 |
| WI recording fee | $30 flat statewide | WRDA / Outagamie ROD |
| Foreclosure type | Judicial — Outagamie County Circuit Court (6–18 months) | WI Law Help / Wis. Stat. Ch. 846 |
| Sheriff sale schedule | Thursdays 9:00 a.m. — Justice Center lobby, 320 S. Walnut St., Appleton | Outagamie County Sheriff |
| County | Outagamie (primary); also Calumet and Winnebago Counties | City of Appleton |
Appleton Neighborhoods — Character Notes
| Neighborhood | Character |
|---|---|
| Erb Park | Older north/central housing; strong as-is angle for roofs, mechanicals, estate cleanouts. |
| Old Third Ward | Historic/older homes; strong angle for inherited houses and deferred maintenance. |
| Northwood Park | North-side subdivision-style stock; good for move-up/downsize comparisons. |
| Downtown Appleton | Walkable core near College Ave; older homes, small multifamily, code/repair stories. |
| River Drive | River-adjacent and established stock; estate, flooding, and maintenance context may matter property by property. |
| Alicia Park | Higher-value central-west neighborhood; cosmetic/light-repair homes. Median $415,000 (cited source snapshot) |
| City Park / Historic District | 142 contributing properties; historic housing stock; repair/preservation considerations |
Note: Neighborhood samples can be small. Use as directional guidance only; verify current values with a licensed real estate professional.
What Appleton's Market Means for As-Is Sellers
With a 100.6% sale-to-list ratio and 77/100 Compete Score, move-in-ready Appleton homes sell quickly at or near asking. But Appleton's older housing stock — bungalows and Craftsman homes in Erb Park and Old Third Ward, historic properties in City Park — often requires $15,000–$40,000+ in updates to compete on the retail market. For sellers dealing with probate timelines, foreclosure pressure, divorce, or properties with deferred maintenance, the conventional listing path is slow and expensive.
Wisconsin judicial foreclosure runs through Outagamie County Circuit Court (320 S. Walnut St., Appleton WI 54911). Probate is handled by the same Clerk of Courts (phone 920-832-5131). A direct cash sale from USA Home Buyers can close well before a probate or foreclosure timeline forces your hand.
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Appleton market data
- Median sale price
- $311,794
- Redfin · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place; Three months ending August 2026
- Median days on market
- 44 days
- Redfin · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place; Three months ending August 2026
- Typical home value (Zillow ZHVI)
- $309,058
- Zillow · Appleton, WI · provider-defined place; As of 2026-07-31
Each measure retains its provider geography and observation period. Market data is background context only, not a property-specific offer or value promise.