Real Estate Investing in Plymouth, Wisconsin (53073)

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Sheboygan County • Population: 16,174 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 53073 (Plymouth, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (73/100)

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

📈 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

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $380,760
Avg Monthly Rent $1,449
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $74,176
% Renters 24.5%

Market Analysis: 53073 Plymouth

Not every below-median market is a bargain. Plymouth's 53073 ZIP records signals that favor experienced operators who can absorb the risk $381K pricing implies.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 53073 shows the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Regionally, 53073 sits on the difficult end of the WI spectrum. The a strong candidate for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Who lives in 53073 is part of why the ZIP is priced as it is. The demographic profile requires hands-on management, tight screening, and local knowledge.

Strategy in 53073 is an operator game, not a passive one. On balance, entry prices of $381K are inviting, the management lift is real and non-optional.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Plymouth:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,449/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
WARM
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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WARM MARKET
Sheboygan, WI Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
6.6%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Sheboygan, WI metro data
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Property Strategy for 53073

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
2.7% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+8.8% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$98,757/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $292,358 $1,100 2.7% +8.8% $146,179
3BR $360,129 $1,330 2.7% +8.8% $120,043
4BR $430,992 $1,510 2.5% +8.8% $107,748
5BR $493,787 +8.2% $98,757

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$399K$346K$293K$241K$188K$135KMar 2008May 2017Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,674$1,626$1,578$1,529$1,481$1,433Mar 2026Apr 2026Apr 2026

📊 How Does 53073 Compare?

Metric 53073 Plymouth Sheboygan, WI Wisconsin
Home Value $380,760 $380,760 N/A $320,446
5-Year CAGR 7.3% 7.3% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,449 $1,449 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.0% 3.0% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.0%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.3%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Sheboygan, WI metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
44%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $380,760
Monthly Rent $1,449
Price-to-Rent 21.9:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.6%
Cap Rate 3.0%
5-Year IRR 10.2%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.3% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.5% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.0%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.0%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.7%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.3%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 53073

Population: 16,174

💰 Median Household Income
$74,176
This area
$74,176
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
24.5%
This area
24.5%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
25.4%
This area
25.4%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.5 years
This area
44.5 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.7%
This area
4.7%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 91.1%
Other/Mixed 4.2%
Black/African American 3.8%
Hispanic/Latino 1.2%
Asian 1.0%
👶 Under 18
16.9%
This area
16.9%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
22.4%
This area
22.4%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
4.0%
This area
4.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 53073

B Avg School Grade
6 Schools
16.9:1 Avg Class Size
$14,299 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Plymouth High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
733 Students
👨‍🏫
13.7:1 Class Size
💰
$15,420 Per Student
A Very Good

Riverview Middle

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
556 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$15,420 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Fairview Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
216 Students
👨‍🏫
12.1:1 Class Size
💰
$15,420 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Horizon Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
258 Students
👨‍🏫
12.8:1 Class Size
💰
$15,420 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Parkview Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
👥
245 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$15,420 Per Student
D Needs Improvement

Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution

📚 Grade 12 High School
👥
37 Students
👨‍🏫
37.0:1 Class Size
💰
$8,695 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby
C
Lakeland University
2,786 students · 8.3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best play in Plymouth, WI?

For Plymouth, WI, careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management is the standard investor playbook. The market structure makes it a reasonable default approach.

Should investors worry about vacancy in Plymouth, WI?

Vacancy in Plymouth, WI is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $1,449/mo.

Are tenants stable in Plymouth, WI?

Plymouth, WI draws a reliable base of working renters. Demand at the $1,449/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

How viable is house hacking in Plymouth, WI?

House hacking in Plymouth, WI is a challenging. With home values around $381K and rents at $1,449/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

What do landlords charge for rent in Plymouth, WI?

Rent in Plymouth, WI is around $1,449/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $381K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

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