Real Estate Investing in Combined Locks, Wisconsin (54113)

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Outagamie County • Population: 3,633 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 54113 (Combined Locks, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (81/100)

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.

• 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 $352,661
Avg Monthly Rent $1,188
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $89,375
% Renters 14.6%

Market Analysis: 54113 Combined Locks

Investors eyeing 54113 need to respect the fundamentals at play. Home values of $353K come alongside slower price movement and elevated management overhead.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 54113 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

ZIP 54113's metrics run below Outagamie County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

Resident income in 54113 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

New investors are better served looking at Combined Locks's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 54113. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

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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 Combined Locks:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.9× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.2%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,188/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
Appleton, WI Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
4.3%
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 Appleton, WI metro data
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Property Strategy for 54113

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
3BR
4.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
3BR
+8.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$105,536/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
3BR $321,076 $1,820 4.1% +8.6% $107,025
4BR $422,146 $1,900 3.2% +8.2% $105,536

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$374K$327K$279K$232K$185K$138KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 54113 Compare?

Metric 54113 Combined Locks Appleton, WI Wisconsin
Home Value $352,661 $352,661 N/A $320,446
5-Year CAGR 7.1% 7.1% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,188 $1,188 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.6% 2.6% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.6%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.1%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Appleton, WI metro

0/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
26%
Days Pending
0/2
0 days

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $352,661
Monthly Rent $1,188
Price-to-Rent 24.7:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.0%
Cap Rate 2.6%
5-Year IRR 9.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR +5.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.1% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.6%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.6%). 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
1.1%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.1%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 54113

Population: 3,633

💰 Median Household Income
$89,375
This area
$89,375
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
14.6%
This area
14.6%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
31.7%
This area
31.7%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
44.6 years
This area
44.6 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
1.1%
This area
1.1%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.8%
Other/Mixed 7.0%
Hispanic/Latino 4.9%
Black/African American 3.1%
👶 Under 18
20.7%
This area
20.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
19.3%
This area
19.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
2.0%
This area
2.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 54113

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.5:1 Avg Class Size
$12,653 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Janssen Elementary

📚 K – 04 Elementary
👥
375 Students
👨‍🏫
12.5:1 Class Size
💰
$12,653 Per Student

Nearby Schools (5 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

Horizons Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 2101 Schaefer Cir, Appleton
👥
312 Students
👨‍🏫
10.6:1 Class Size
💰
$14,757 Per Student
A Very Good

McKinley Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 1125 E Taft Ave, Appleton
👥
460 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$14,757 Per Student
A Very Good

Berry Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 3601 S Telulah Ave, Appleton
👥
439 Students
👨‍🏫
14.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,757 Per Student
A Very Good

Johnston Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 06 School
📍 2725 E Forest St, Appleton
👥
409 Students
👨‍🏫
13.4:1 Class Size
💰
$14,757 Per Student
A Very Good

Little Chute Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 04 Elementary
📍 901 Grand Ave, Little Chute
👥
586 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$14,065 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

4 Nearby 6,487 Off-Campus Students
C+
Lawrence University
1,410 students · 4.5 mi
C+
The Salon Professional Academy-Appleton
85 students · 7.5 mi
C+
Fox Valley Technical College
10,995 students · 7.6 mi
C
Academy of Beauty Professionals
77 students · 7.6 mi

Investor Insight: With 6,487 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

What price range are homes in Combined Locks, WI?

Median home price in Combined Locks, WI is near $353K, with a 5-year CAGR of 0.0%. Prices have been even-keeled and supportive of buy-and-hold strategies.

What is the smart move for investors in Combined Locks, WI?

Most investors in Combined Locks, WI run a careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management strategy. It aligns with the 3.0/5 investability profile and the market fundamentals.

What is the typical rental rate in Combined Locks, WI?

The typical rental in Combined Locks, WI commands about $1,188/mo monthly. That rent profile steady cash flow against the $353K purchase basis.

Can I house hack in Combined Locks, WI?

Combined Locks, WI is a a challenging market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $353K price point reasonable to enter.

Is Combined Locks, WI good for landlords?

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

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