Real Estate Investing in Boyceville, Wisconsin (54725)

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Dunn County • Population: 3,041 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 54725 (Boyceville, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (64/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
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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 29.3 — 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 $306,578
Avg Monthly Rent $873
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $67,022
% Renters 15.0%

Market Analysis: 54725 Boyceville

Turning to rents, ZIP 54725 has challenges — vacancy pressure, softer price growth, and tenant stability concerns sit alongside the $307K median. It rewards specialists, not generalists.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $307K asset, 54725 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

Nearby ZIPs in Boyceville have seen price recovery that 54725 has not matched. Dunn County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Demographically, 54725 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.

Strategy in 54725 is an operator game, not a passive one. From an investor standpoint, entry prices of $307K 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 Boyceville:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 63/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
6/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+8.6%)
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
Menomonie, WI Metro Area
Seller-favorable conditions, steady activity
0 days
Average time to sell
Very Fast
10.1%
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 Menomonie, WI metro data

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$326K$278K$230K$182K$135K$87KFeb 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 54725 Compare?

Metric 54725 Boyceville Menomonie, WI Wisconsin
Home Value $306,578 $298,382 N/A $320,446
5-Year CAGR 7.2% 7.2% N/A 7.3%
Avg Rent $873 $1,121 N/A -
Cap Rate 2.2% 3.0% - -
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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.2%
Low
5yr Growth
+7.2%
Strong

📉 Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Menomonie, WI metro

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

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📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $306,578
Monthly Rent $873
Price-to-Rent 29.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.4%
Cap Rate 2.2%
5-Year IRR 9.4%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +8.6% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.8% ▲
5-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.2%). 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
7.2%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+7.2%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 54725

Population: 3,041

💰 Median Household Income
$67,022
This area
$67,022
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
15.0%
This area
15.0%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.8%
This area
2.8%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
18.2%
This area
18.2%
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
7.2%
This area
7.2%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.4%
Other/Mixed 2.5%
Hispanic/Latino 1.8%
Asian 0.2%
👶 Under 18
20.6%
This area
20.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.0%
This area
17.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
10.1%
This area
10.1%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 54725

B+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
14.3:1 Avg Class Size
$16,242 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A Very Good

Tiffany Creek Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
328 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$16,242 Per Student
B+ Above Average

Boyceville High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
209 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$16,242 Per Student
B Good

Boyceville Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
156 Students
👨‍🏫
15.7:1 Class Size
💰
$16,242 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 271 Off-Campus Students
C+
University of Wisconsin-Stout
6,951 students · 14.3 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a house cost in Boyceville, WI?

The median home value in Boyceville, WI is roughly $307K. That puts it reasonable relative to the WI statewide average.

Does Boyceville, WI favor landlords or tenants?

For rental operators, Boyceville, WI rates as landlord-friendly. The regulatory environment standard buy-and-hold operations.

How high is vacancy risk in Boyceville, WI?

Vacancy in Boyceville, WI is elevated, which keeps landlord downtime on reasonable timelines. Most properties lease within the standard window at $873/mo.

Is Boyceville, WI suited for a house hack?

House hacking works a challenging in Boyceville, WI. Rents of $873/mo against $307K acquisition make the strategy solid for owner-occupants.

Is the tenant base reliable in Boyceville, WI?

Tenant quality in Boyceville, WI ranks as solid. Landlords generally report stable occupancy at market rents of $873/mo.

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