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SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Milwaukee County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI real estate market (53172) currently shows 11 active listings, with 2 pending sales. Homes are averaging 33 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 26 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 1.1% year-over-year, from $277,400 to $274,450.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 20,678  ·  Density: 1,653.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,801

Typical home value: $201,059  ·  Homeownership: 65.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
11
⇩ 26.7% vs 15 last year
Pending
2
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$274,450
⇩ 1.1% vs $277,400 last year
Average Price
$291,883
⇧ 0.4% vs $290,802 last year
Days on Market
33
⇧ 26.9% vs 26 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$179
⇩ 12.7% vs $205/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,553 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 11 this year vs 15 last year
  • Days on market: 33 now vs 26 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $274,450 (-1.1% YoY)
  • Average: $291,883 (+0.4% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.5 miles — 353 listings ($132,777,395 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
53172South Milwaukee, WI 531720.0 mi13$3,920,449$269,900$301,573
53154Oak Creek, WI 531542.9 mi41$17,569,402$439,900$428,522
53207Milwaukee, WI 532074.6 mi38$13,051,366$339,000$343,457
53129Greendale, WI 531297.2 mi7$2,607,381$312,500$372,483
53220Milwaukee, WI 532207.5 mi32$8,870,848$270,000$277,214
53132Franklin, WI 531327.7 mi67$31,803,560$400,000$474,680
53402Racine, WI 534028.1 mi48$19,801,056$325,000$412,522
53203Milwaukee, WI 532039.1 mi4$2,589,900$559,950$647,475
53130Hales Corners, WI 531309.6 mi7$2,883,601$415,000$411,943
53205Milwaukee, WI 5320510.4 mi10$1,807,130$152,400$180,713
53227Milwaukee, WI 5322710.8 mi25$7,655,725$293,250$306,229
53126Franksville, WI 5312610.9 mi7$5,173,441$564,900$739,063
53212Milwaukee, WI 5321211.5 mi54$15,043,536$243,750$278,584

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172?

As of February 2026, there are 11 active listings in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI (zip code 53172), compared to 15 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172?

The median listing price in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172 is $274,450 as of February 2026, a 1.1% decrease from $277,400 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI?

Homes in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172 spend an average of 33 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 26 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 4 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 33 days on market compared to 26 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SOUTH MILWAUKEE, WI 53172 save an estimated $5,489 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $274,450. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.