Wednesday, August 19, 2026 / by Ryan Huemmer
Looking for real value in the Dane County housing market right now? You're in the right place. Every week, The Huemmer Home Team combs through the active listings to find the homes offering the most house, the best location, or the strongest opportunity for the price. This week's picks span everything from a low-maintenance condo to brand new construction, with something for first-time buyers, growing families, and investors alike.
Here are five homes worth a serious look before they're gone.
What makes a home a "Deal of the Week"?
We look at more than just the list price. A true deal combines usable square footage, condition, location, and how the price compares to similar homes nearby. Fresh listings with strong fundamentals tend to move fast in Dane County, so timing matters as much as price.
Home for sale in Marshall - $259,900
A 2-bedroom single-family home with a 2-car garage, 874 square feet, built in 1950. This one blends small-town charm with room to add your own touch. B ...
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Sunday, August 2, 2026 / by Ryan Huemmer
Dane County WI Homes Sold from $400K to $600K: July 2026 vs. July 2025 Market Report
Quick answer: In July 2026, 259 single-family homes priced between $400,000 and $600,000 closed across Dane County, Wisconsin, up 13.6% from the 228 that closed in July 2025. The median sold price rose to $481,000 (a 2.3% year-over-year gain), homes still went under contract in a median of just 8 days, and 70% of them sold at or above list price. For move-up buyers and sellers in this price band, the mid-market stayed active and competitive heading into late summer.
How many homes sold in the $400K to $600K range in Dane County this July?
Closed sales in this price band jumped from 228 in July 2025 to 259 in July 2026. That is a 13.6% year-over-year increase in transaction volume, and it is the headline number for buyers and sellers watching this segment. More closings means more inventory changing hands, but as the pace numbers below show, it did not translate into a slower or softer market. If any. ...
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Monday, July 27, 2026 / by Ryan Huemmer
How far does your home buying budget really go in Dane County?
Home affordability in Dane County looks different at every price point, and the gap between a $200,000 starter home and a $450,000 family house isn't just square footage, it's speed to contract, competition, and what buyers get for their money. Using current under-contract listings across Dane County, here's how affordability actually breaks down in $50,000 increments from $150,000 to $500,000, and what it means for buyers deciding where to shop.
$150,000–$200,000: The Entry-Level Squeeze
Homes in this range are the scarcest segment of the Dane County market right now, and they move fast, with an average of roughly 16 days on market before going under contract. Buyers here are typically looking at smaller, older homes, often under 1,300 finished square feet, priced around $226 per square foot. This tier is the toughest for first-time buyers to break into simply because there's so lit ...
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Monday, June 29, 2026 / by Ryan Huemmer
Dane County Real Estate Market Update: New Listings
Dane County's housing market stayed active this week, with 257 new listings hitting the market in the last seven days. Single-family homes made up the bulk of new inventory at 187 listings, followed by 53 condos and 17 multi-family properties. Of those 257 listings, 22 are already showing as under contract (Offer-Show status) just days after going live, a clear sign that well-priced homes in Dane County are still moving fast. Single-family homes accounted for the majority of that quick activity, with 20 of the 22 going under contract, alongside 2 condos.
On the single-family side, an average of $587,028 reflecting some high-end properties pulling the number up (prices ranged from $199,000 up to $2,995,000). The typical new single-family listing runs about 2,068 finished square feet, 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths, with a median price of roughly $253 per square foot.
Condos showed a similar pattern at a lower price ...
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Friday, June 5, 2026 / by Ryan Huemmer
The Dane County housing market just posted its strongest average sale price on record for May.
May 2026 average sale price hit $564,004, up from $532,770 in May 2025 (was $499,344 in May 2024)
That's a consistent climb year over year, even as mortgage rates sit at 6.375% on a 30-year fixed. Last year the rate was 6.75%.
Homes are selling in 24 days on average, down from 27 days last year.
New listings jumped to 906 in May 2026 compared to 824 in May 2025
Giving buyers more to choose from without slowing the pace of sales.
If you've been on the fence about making a move, this market rewards preparation. Let's talk about what your home is worth or what you can buy right now.
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