Real Estate Investing in Osseo, Wisconsin (54758)

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Trempealeau • Population: 4,604 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 54758 (Osseo, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (62/100)

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

📈 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
2 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.8% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 26.6 — 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 $284,456
Avg Monthly Rent $891
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $67,107
% Renters 21.2%

Market Analysis: 54758 Osseo

ZIP 54758 inside Trempealeau looks affordable on the surface — median value of $284K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed markets are won on execution, not on spreadsheets. ZIP 54758 posts the profile where tenant screening, deferred maintenance, and local relationships determine the outcome.

In the broader WI picture, 54758 is a reminder that not every low-priced ZIP is a value-add opportunity — some are simply distressed, and the difference matters.

Stepping back, 4,604 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 54758 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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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 Osseo:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.2× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+11.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $891/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$300K$259K$219K$179K$139K$99KMar 2009Nov 2017Jul 2026

📊 How Does 54758 Compare?

Metric 54758 Osseo Wisconsin
Home Value $284,456 $284,456 $320,446
5-Year CAGR 6.8% 6.8% 7.3%
Avg Rent $891 $891 -
Cap Rate 2.4% 2.4% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.4%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.8%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $284,456
Monthly Rent $891
Price-to-Rent 26.6:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.8%
Cap Rate 2.4%
5-Year IRR 9.3%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +11.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +7.2% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.7% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.4%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.4%). 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
9.8%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.8%
Growing
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 54758

Population: 4,604

💰 Median Household Income
$67,107
This area
$67,107
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.2%
This area
21.2%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
1.6%
This area
1.6%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
22.1%
This area
22.1%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
45.2 years
This area
45.2 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
9.8%
This area
9.8%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 97.6%
Other/Mixed 1.5%
Asian 0.9%
Hispanic/Latino 0.8%
👶 Under 18
20.6%
This area
20.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
20.8%
This area
20.8%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.8%
This area
3.8%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 54758

A+ Avg School Grade
3 Schools
11.5:1 Avg Class Size
$22,313 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Osseo-Fairchild High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
234 Students
👨‍🏫
11.2:1 Class Size
💰
$22,313 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Osseo-Fairchild Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
372 Students
👨‍🏫
12.1:1 Class Size
💰
$22,313 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Osseo-Fairchild Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
161 Students
👨‍🏫
11.1:1 Class Size
💰
$22,313 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

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

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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 are vacancy rates like in Osseo, WI?

Osseo, WI sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader WI rental market.

What kind of tenants rent in Osseo, WI?

Osseo, WI offers a consistent renter base at the $891/mo rent level. Tenant turnover is reasonable for well-managed properties.

How landlord-friendly is Osseo, WI?

The landlord environment in Osseo, WI is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

How do experienced investors play Osseo, WI?

Investors who focus on careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management typically do well in Osseo, WI. The numbers - $284K homes against $891/mo rents - support that play.

Where do home prices stand in Osseo, WI?

Osseo, WI home values average about $284K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $891/mo in monthly income.

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