Real Estate Investing in Clear Lake, Wisconsin

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 3,222 • Polk County

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Should you buy in Clear Lake, WI? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (66/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

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  • Elevated vacancy: 8.5% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.4% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

🏦 30-yr Fixed Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS
Avg Investability
Avg Home Value $312,140
Avg Monthly Rent $1,368
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Investing in Clear Lake Real Estate

This is a distressed-leaning corner of Wisconsin: Clear Lake has 1 ZIPs and a sizable population, and the investment math only works for investors who truly understand the market.

unambiguously Clear Lake's aggregate rating of ★★★☆☆ reflects thin investor metrics across the board — weak rent growth, weak appreciation, and rising-vacancy pressure in multiple ZIPs.

Transaction volume in Clear Lake has thinned in a way that amplifies price discovery risk. On balance, investors without local context should treat every number on the page with skepticism.

The 0% renter share in Clear Lake masks uneven tenant quality across ZIPs, and $N/AK median income leaves little cushion against economic shocks.

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Avg Home Value
$312,140
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,368
1% Rule
✗ Below
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ZIP Codes in Clear Lake, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Clear Lake, WI

What is the tenant pool like in Clear Lake, WI?

Working renters make up the core of the Clear Lake, WI tenant base. The pool is reasonable for investors targeting long-term holds.

What is it like being a landlord in Clear Lake, WI?

Landlord-friendliness in Clear Lake, WI is landlord-friendly. Eviction timelines and lease enforcement are considered reasonable by most property managers.

How much does a house cost in Clear Lake, WI?

The median home value in Clear Lake, WI is roughly $312K. That puts it reasonable relative to the WI statewide average.

How viable is house hacking in Clear Lake, WI?

Clear Lake, WI offers a challenging house-hacking opportunity. Small multifamily or rent-by-the-room plays can pair well with the $1,368/mo rent level.

How should investors approach Clear Lake, WI?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Clear Lake, WI. With home values at $312K and rents near $1,368/mo, other strategies can work but produce even-keeled rather than outsized returns.

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