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The September 2026 housing numbers are in for Washington County, Wisconsin, and the data shows a dynamic shift in activity as we move deeper into autumn. Whether you are thinking about putting your home on the market or trying to navigate your way into a new neighborhood, understanding these recent shifts is key to making your next big move.
Here is a breakdown of the key metrics provided by Metro MLS RapidStats and what they mean for local buyers and sellers.
📈 Sales Take Off While Inventory Pulls Back
One of the most notable trends this past month was a significant surge in closing activity alongside a drop-off in fresh inventory entering the market.
- Total Sales (159): Closed sales experienced a sharp month-over-month increase of +21.37%. Buyers were highly active in closing deals on available homes.
- New Listings (194): Fresh inventory coming to the market cooled significantly, dropping -14.16% compared to August.
- Total Active Inventory (409): The total number of available properties on the market held virtually flat, showing a minor dip of -0.24% M-O-M.
- Pending Contracts (33): The pipeline of contracts entering escrow slowed down by -15.38% month-over-month, suggesting a potential stabilization or temporary breather in volume heading into November.
💰 Home Prices Remain Resilient
Despite changing seasonal patterns, prices in Washington County continue to demonstrate stable, upward movement.
- Median Sales Price ($430,000): The median price of a home sold in September climbed +4.37% from the previous month.
- Average Sales Price ($456,713): The average sales price also saw positive growth, moving up +1.17% month-over-month.
While actual sale values trended upward, looking at the newly listed pricing gives us a peek into seller expectations:
- Median New List Price ($416,450): Sellers adjusted their starting strategies slightly, dropping the median entry price by -0.82%.
- Average New List Price ($484,997): Interestingly, the average listing price grew +2.35%, indicating that a few high-end, luxury properties entered the market and pulled the overall average up.
⏱️ Days on Market & Inventory Supply
- Average Days on Market (23 Days): Homes are moving relatively quickly, though the average duration to accept an offer increased by 8 days month-over-month. This gives buyers a tiny bit more room to breathe compared to the breakneck speeds of spring and summer.
- Months of Supply (2.57 Months): Sitting at a 2.57-month supply (up slightly from 3.13 in August), Washington County remains firmly in a seller’s market. A balanced market typically sits at a 4-to-6-month supply, meaning competition for quality properties is still elevated.
💡 What This Means for You
- For Sellers: Buyers are still very hungry, as evidenced by the 21.37% spike in total sales. With new listings down by over 14%, your home will face fewer direct competitors on the block if you list right now. Realistic, accurate pricing remains your best tool to capture the serious buyers currently shopping.
- For Buyers: The uptick in Days on Market (now at 23 days) means you may have slightly more leverage and time to consider your options than you did earlier this year. However, with only a 2.57-month overall supply of homes, you still need to be pre-approved and ready to act when the right house pops up.
