Real Estate Investing in Richland County, Wisconsin

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4 ZIP codes • Population: 6,760

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (61/100)

Mixed signals β€” some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

πŸ“ˆ 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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  • High vacancy: 18.3% of homes vacant β€” above national norms.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

4.0/ 5

Appreciation

7.5% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $274,128
Avg Monthly Rent $911
ZIP Codes 4

Investing in Richland County Real Estate

Across Richland County's 4 ZIPs, the picture is modest β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

A 3.0 rating and a 0.0% 5-year CAGR are the kinds of numbers that warrant real local underwriting. Richland County sits firmly in that category.

Demographics in Richland show real pressure β€” $N/AK median income is lackluster relative to rents, and the 0% renter share includes significant cost-burdened households.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Avg Home Value
$274,128
Avg Monthly Rent
$911
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (WI)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Platteville, WI metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
1/3
54%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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Cities in Richland County

ZIP Codes in Richland County, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Richland County

What price range are homes in, WI?

Homes in, WI typically sell near $274K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which measured long-term demand.

How landlord-friendly is, WI?

WI ranks as a tenant-protective state for landlord-tenant law. generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How does, WI compare against the broader WI market?

within WI reads broadly in line with the state benchmark. Investors comparing markets should weight local data above the statewide aggregate.

How much rent can I charge in, WI?

Average rent in, WI is approximately $911/mo per month. Against $274K home values that yields a reasonable rent-to-price ratio.

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