Real Estate Investing in Neosho, Wisconsin (53059)

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Dodge County • Population: 1,902 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 53059 (Neosho, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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
1 flag
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 45.1 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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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 $472,271
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $85,305
% Renters 15.5%

Market Analysis: 53059 Neosho

This part of Dodge County is not an easy win. The 53059 ZIP sits at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 53059 stands at the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

Within WI, ZIP 53059 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Dodge County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and durable enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 53059 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

The right play in 53059 usually involves deep tenant screening, aggressive delinquency response, and a conservative capex buffer. Anything less, and the discount can turn into a trap.

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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 Neosho:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.5× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $873/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
Beaver Dam, WI Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
7.3%
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 Beaver Dam, WI metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$495K$429K$364K$298K$233K$167KAug 2006Aug 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 53059 Compare?

Metric 53059 Neosho Beaver Dam, WI Wisconsin
Home Value $472,271 $472,271 N/A $320,446
5-Year CAGR 7.4% 7.4% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $873 $873 N/A -
Cap Rate 1.4% 1.4% - -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
1.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.4%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Beaver Dam, WI metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
29%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $472,271
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 45.1:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 2.2%
Cap Rate 1.4%
5-Year IRR 8.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.7% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.9% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 1.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (1.4%). 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
6.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 53059

Population: 1,902

💰 Median Household Income
$85,305
This area
$85,305
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
15.5%
This area
15.5%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
16.9%
This area
16.9%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
49.4 years
This area
49.4 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.1%
Other/Mixed 3.7%
Hispanic/Latino 1.6%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
14.5%
This area
14.5%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
15.5%
This area
15.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.6%
This area
3.6%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 53059

A Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.3:1 Avg Class Size
$17,955 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Honor Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
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184 Students
👨‍🏫
12.3:1 Class Size
💰
$17,955 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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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+
Maranatha Baptist University
977 students · 12.3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do home prices stand in Neosho, WI?

Neosho, WI home values average about $472K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $873/mo in monthly income.

Which investment style suits Neosho, WI?

A careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy Neosho, WI best. The market produces even-keeled results for that approach at the $472K price point.

How strong is tenant demand in Neosho, WI?

Neosho, WI draws a predictable base of working renters. Demand at the $873/mo rent level is reasonable for standard single-family and small multi rentals.

Is house hacking profitable in Neosho, WI?

House hacking in Neosho, WI is reasonable to execute. Prices around $472K and rents of $873/mo solid owner-occupant economics.

How strict are landlord regulations in Neosho, WI?

Neosho, WI operates under WI law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect measured treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

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