Real Estate Investing in Ripon, Wisconsin

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1 ZIP codes • Population: 10,783 • Fond du Lac County

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (75/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

Rare combination of both appreciation and cash flow. These markets don't last long — worth serious consideration.

⚠️ Risks to Know
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  • Elevated vacancy: 8.1% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Citywide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

8.3% 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 $266,931
Avg Monthly Rent $1,495
ZIP Codes 1

Investing in Ripon Real Estate

With a sizable population across 1 ZIPs, Ripon shows the kind of underwhelming fundamentals that keep most out-of-state capital on the sidelines.

Investors considering Ripon, WI should understand what the ★★★☆☆ rating represents — a market with material structural headwinds, not a temporary rough patch.

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

A an established population with $N/AK household income profile is what makes Ripon a challenging rental market — the tenant base is present, but the affordability math is tight.

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Best ZIP codes in Fond du Lac, WI

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Avg Home Value
$266,931
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,495
1% Rule
✗ Below
Landlord Friendly (WI)

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Fond du Lac, WI metro

0/10
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 — Fond du Lac, WI metro
0
Days to pending
6.8%
Listings with price cuts
0.0%
Sale-to-list ratio
📅 Data as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly

🎓 Colleges & Universities in Ripon

1 College 734 Students
C
Ripon College
4-Year Private · 734 students

ZIP Codes in Ripon, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ripon, WI

How much does a house cost in Ripon, WI?

In Ripon, WI the median home value sits at $267K. Against the broader WI market, that reads as reasonable for most investors.

What is the typical vacancy rate in Ripon, WI?

Occupancy in Ripon, WI runs reliable with elevated vacancy. Well-priced units at $1,495/mo lease on reasonable timelines.

Is Ripon in WI worth investing in?

Our data puts Ripon, WI at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $267K and rents around $1,495/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

Are eviction rules reasonable in Ripon, WI?

Ripon, WI falls under WI landlord-tenant law, which is landlord-friendly. That backdrop makes day-to-day property management reasonable.

What is the renter demographic in Ripon, WI?

Ripon, WI offers a reliable renter base at the $1,495/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

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