Real Estate Investing in Washington County, Wisconsin

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11 ZIP codes • Population: 137,417

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

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

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

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
MIXED
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
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

6.2% 5yr CAGR

5.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $464,049
Avg Monthly Rent $1,300
ZIP Codes 11

Investing in Washington County Real Estate

Washington County spans 11 ZIP codes across 8 cities in Wisconsin, with a population of 137,417. The county's lackluster investment metrics reflect deeper structural challenges β€” worth studying before making commitments.

decisively Washington County's β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† aggregate rating reflects lackluster investor metrics across the board β€” soft rent growth, soft appreciation, and structural headwinds worth taking seriously.

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

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Avg Home Value
$464,049
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,300
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (WI)
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Cities in Washington County

ZIP Codes in Washington County, WI

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Frequently Asked Questions About Washington County

Is, WI better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in, WI. The numbers - $464K homes against $1,300/mo rents - support that play.

How much does a house cost in, WI?

The median home value in, WI is roughly $464K. That puts it reasonable relative to the WI statewide average.

How quickly do rentals get leased in, WI?

, WI sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader WI rental market.

Is rental property easy to operate in, WI?

WI law tenant-protective for landlords, and inherits those rules. Investors should still review local ordinances for rental licensing.

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