Real Estate Investing in Colfax, Wisconsin

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 5,514 • Dunn County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
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Grade C (62/100)

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.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 11.1% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 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 $326,593
Avg Monthly Rent $891
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Colfax Real Estate

Across Colfax's 1 ZIPs, the picture is modest: $327K median values, $891/mo rents, and a population that has faced real economic pressure.

Colfax is the kind of market where the cap rate on paper and the cap rate realized tend to diverge. unambiguously out-of-state investors should be especially careful with the assumptions they carry in.

clearly Colfax's sale market has not rewarded patience. a stretch for listings sit longer, price cuts are common, and rent growth has been flat to negative in multiple ZIPs.

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

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Best ZIP codes in Menomonie, WI

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Avg Home Value
$326,593
Avg Monthly Rent
$891
1% Rule
✗ Below
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📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Menomonie, WI metro

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Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
0%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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☀️ Warm Market — Menomonie, WI metro
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Days to pending
10.1%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

ZIP Codes in Colfax, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colfax, WI

What are vacancy rates like in Colfax, WI?

Colfax, WI carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect consistent absorption at market rents of $891/mo.

What is it like being a landlord in Colfax, WI?

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

What is the average monthly rent in Colfax, WI?

Investors in Colfax, WI typically see rents near $891/mo per month against $327K home values - a solid setup for rental cash flow.

Is Colfax, WI good for house hacking?

Colfax, WI is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $327K price point reasonable to enter.

Is Colfax, WI a smart market for rental property?

Colfax, WI records an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $327K and average rents around $891/mo. That combination puts it in the significant tier for investor interest.

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