Real Estate Investing in Marinette, Wisconsin (54143)

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Marinette County • Population: 15,134 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 54143 (Marinette, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (70/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 8.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $207,698
Avg Monthly Rent $1,110
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $61,495
% Renters 23.8%

Market Analysis: 54143 Marinette

The 54143 ZIP covers a section of Marinette that demands careful diligence. Prices near $208K look accessible, but the work to make a deal cash flow is real.

The investment case in 54143 is solid only for operators who understand what they are buying. A $208K median suggests accessibility, but management intensity, vacancy drift, and capex surprises are real.

Regionally, 54143 sits on the difficult end of the WI spectrum. The a credible choice for read — for disciplined operators — is that pricing reflects the difficulty.

Employment concentration in 54143 leans toward sectors with higher volatility. The demographic consequence is income fluctuation that investors need to factor into their pro forma.

Strategically, 54143 can be a high-return sleeve of a diversified portfolio — but it should not be the whole portfolio, and it should not be someone's first deal.

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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 Marinette:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 74/100
Affordability
20/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 3.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+9.0%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,110/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
Marinette, WI-MI 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 Marinette, WI-MI metro data
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Property Strategy for 54143

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.6% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+12.0% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$58,695/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $154,572 $990 4.6% +12.0% $77,286
3BR $205,244 $1,190 4.2% +10.0% $68,415
4BR $234,780 $1,480 4.5% +10.0% $58,695

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$217K$191K$165K$139K$113K$87KFeb 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 54143 Compare?

Metric 54143 Marinette Marinette, WI-MI Wisconsin
Home Value $207,698 $207,698 N/A $320,446
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,110 $1,110 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.2% 4.2% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $207,698
Monthly Rent $1,110
Price-to-Rent 15.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.4%
Cap Rate 4.2%
5-Year IRR 10.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +9.0% ▲
3-Year CAGR +6.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.2%). 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
8.2%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 54143

Population: 15,134

💰 Median Household Income
$61,495
This area
$61,495
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
23.8%
This area
23.8%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.4%
This area
2.4%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
23.4%
This area
23.4%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
45.1 years
This area
45.1 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
8.2%
This area
8.2%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 96.0%
Other/Mixed 3.2%
Hispanic/Latino 1.4%
Black/African American 0.7%
Asian 0.1%
👶 Under 18
18.6%
This area
18.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.5%
This area
20.5%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
5.0%
This area
5.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 54143

A Avg School Grade
4 Schools
15.5:1 Avg Class Size
$28,628 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Marinette Middle

📚 05 – 08 School
👥
541 Students
👨‍🏫
13.2:1 Class Size
💰
$28,628 Per Student
A Very Good

Marinette High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
646 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$28,628 Per Student
A Very Good

Marinette Intermediate

📚 02 – 04 Elementary
👥
393 Students
👨‍🏫
15.3:1 Class Size
💰
$28,628 Per Student
A Very Good

Marinette Primary

📚 Pre-K – 01 Elementary
👥
378 Students
👨‍🏫
18.7:1 Class Size
💰
$28,628 Per Student
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  • 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of vacancy should I budget for in Marinette, WI?

Vacancy risk in Marinette, WI is elevated. That supports predictable cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is Marinette, WI landlord-friendly?

Rental owners in Marinette, WI deal with a landlord-friendly legal framework. Most standard eviction processes run on reasonable timelines.

Is real estate in Marinette, WI a good investment right now?

Marinette, WI reports an investability rating of 3.0/5, with median home values near $208K and average rents around $1,110/mo. That combination puts it in the impressive tier for investor interest.

What type of investing works in Marinette, WI?

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

What is the typical rental rate in Marinette, WI?

Rents in Marinette, WI run near $1,110/mo. Compared with median home prices of $208K that produces solid gross yields for typical rentals.

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