Best Time to Buy in Wisconsin
When Wisconsin home prices dip and listings peak
Public Record
Best Month to Buy
February
Most Expensive Month
April
Discount Opportunity
-21.2%
Sales Volume by Month
Average Price by Month
Monthly Breakdown
| Month | Sales | Avg Price | $/Sqft | Discount vs Peak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7,943 | $352.8K | $155 | -2.2% |
| February | 7,474 | $284.1K | $141 | -21.2% |
| March | 10,511 | $289.7K | $146 | -19.7% |
| April | 13,979 | $360.7K | $158 | peak |
| May | 15,161 | $301.8K | $165 | -16.3% |
| June | 16,122 | $314.2K | $166 | -12.9% |
| July | 13,442 | $301.6K | $165 | -16.4% |
| August | 12,772 | $306.1K | $165 | -15.1% |
| September | 11,247 | $297.8K | $163 | -17.5% |
| October | 10,187 | $292.3K | $161 | -19.0% |
| November | 11,600 | $286.8K | $143 | -20.5% |
| December | 11,826 | $307.2K | $146 | -14.8% |
Why Seasonality Matters
US home prices follow predictable seasonal patterns. Sale activity peaks in late spring and summer when families move between school years; prices typically follow. Winter months see fewer transactions but are often the best time for buyers seeking discounts on motivated sellers.
Based on 142,264 public-record SOLD events between 2019 and 2024.