The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53813 sells for about $204,900, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 88 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $812 a month.
ZIP 53813 — Lancaster
The housing market in 53813 is characterized by stability and affordability, with home values significantly below the national median. Demand remains steady, driven by local employment in manufacturing and healthcare, though inventory is limited. The market is currently balanced, with no significant signs of rapid appreciation or distress.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, affordable small-town lifestyle with strong community ties and a lower cost of living.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 88 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.7% · poverty 7.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 53813, Grant County WI
Crime rates in Lancaster are generally low, consistent with rural Grant County trends and significantly below national averages for urban centers.
The area is served by the Lancaster Community School District, which maintains a stable reputation for small-town educational outcomes.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and winter weather; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near water bodies.
Economic momentum is driven by local manufacturing, healthcare, and agricultural support services, with steady but modest infrastructure investment.
Property taxes are assessed at the county level by Grant County; the rate is determined by local municipal, school district, and county levies.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with most residents working within Lancaster or commuting to nearby regional hubs in Grant County.
The area features local parks, community sports facilities, and proximity to the scenic landscapes of the Driftless Area, suitable for outdoor recreation.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand, with rents trending upward in line with regional inflation.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and public sector employment, with a strong agricultural base in the surrounding county.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with regional access provided by state highways connecting to larger Wisconsin hubs.
Development is focused on small-scale residential infill and municipal infrastructure upgrades to support existing population levels.
Grant County utilizes a standard ad valorem assessment system, with properties reassessed periodically to reflect market value changes.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal, county, and school district taxes; no major MUDs or PIDs are prevalent.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional exposure to wind and storm damage.
Data retrieved from SimpleMaps and Census ACS 5-year series.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Central community park offering green space and recreational facilities.
Hosts annual county fair and various community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.