According to Zillow Home Value Forecasts (ZHVF) for 2026, the Madison and South Central Wisconsin housing market is expected to remain relatively balanced, with modest home price appreciation across most areas.
Madison and its closest suburbs are forecasted to see more subdued price growth (generally under 2.5%), while communities farther east and south of Madison are expected to experience stronger appreciation. Rock County stands out in this year’s forecast, with Beloit projected to be one the best performing housing markets in terms of home value appreciation (approximately 4.5%).
Hovering over any colored area on the map will display the ZIP code, the primary municipality associated with that ZIP, and the forecasted rate of home price appreciation for 2026.
About this forecast data:
This map is based on Zillow Home Value Forecasts (ZHVF), which estimate expected changes in home values over a specified time period using publicly available data and statistical modeling. Forecasts are provided at the ZIP-code level and represent average expected price changes, not predictions for individual homes or neighborhoods.
Real estate markets are highly local, and actual outcomes can vary significantly within a ZIP code based on property type, condition, location, and buyer demand. In addition, housing forecasts are inherently uncertain and may be affected by changes in mortgage rates, employment conditions, new housing supply, or broader economic events. This information is intended for educational and informational purposes only and should be considered alongside local market insights and professional guidance.
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ZIP-level forecasts are a helpful starting point, but buying and selling decisions are always neighborhood- and property-specific. If you’d like help interpreting local market data or understanding how current conditions may affect your plans, please contact us.