The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53818 sells for about $248,450, or $165 per square foot.
Prices are up +18.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $867 a month.
ZIP 53818 — Platteville
The Platteville housing market shows steady growth with a 18.3% year-over-year increase in median sales price, driven by limited inventory and consistent demand. While the market remains competitive, the pace of sales and days on market suggest a balanced environment for both buyers and sellers. The local economy remains anchored by the university, providing a stable foundation for long-term housing demand.
This ZIP is well-suited for university-affiliated individuals, families seeking a stable small-town environment, and investors looking for steady rental demand driven by the local student population.
Median prices moved up 18.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 38 days on market with 3.3 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.7% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 20.7% — 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 6.2%/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 4.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 53818, Grant County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Platteville generally experiences low crime rates consistent with small-town Midwestern standards, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is served by the Platteville School District, which is generally regarded as providing stable educational outcomes for the local student population.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risks primarily localized to specific low-lying areas near the Platte River.
Economic momentum is anchored by the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, which serves as a major employer and driver of local development and infrastructure needs.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels in Wisconsin, with rates determined by local school district levies and municipal budgets; exemptions exist for primary residences via the state lottery credit.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with most residents working within the city or traveling to nearby regional employment hubs via local highway corridors.
The area features several local parks, the Platteville Mound for hiking, and proximity to regional trails and outdoor spaces, alongside a modest selection of local shopping and dining in the downtown district.
The rental market is heavily influenced by the university student population, leading to consistent demand for multi-family and shared housing units.
The economy is heavily reliant on the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, supplemented by regional manufacturing, agriculture, and local service sectors.
Transportation is primarily served by state highways; public transit options are limited, focusing on local university-linked shuttle services.
Development is focused on maintaining university infrastructure and modest residential growth on the city's periphery.
Grant County utilizes a standard assessment process based on fair market value, with periodic revaluations to ensure tax equity.
Parcels are subject to Platteville School District levies and local municipal taxes, with no major MUD/PID structures typical of larger urban areas.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events common in the Upper Midwest.
Data retrieved from Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
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- Potosi Brewery4.613 mi
- Backpocket Dubuque4.518.9 mi
- ImOn Arena4.618 mi
- Grand River Convention Center4.519.1 mi
- Potosi Brewery4.613 mi
- Dickeyville Grotto & Shrines4.79.8 mi
- Platte Mound M4.74.3 mi
- Belmont Mound State Park47.1 mi
- The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums4.71.2 mi
- National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium4.719.3 mi
- Potosi Brewery4.613 mi
- Five Flags Center4.319.4 mi
- Platte Mound M4.74.3 mi
- The Mining & Rollo Jamison Museums4.71.2 mi
- Platte Mound M4.74.3 mi
- Lake Joy Campground4.310.1 mi
- Belmont Mound State Park47.1 mi
- Smith Park4.60.6 mi
- Legion Park4.31 mi
- Mid-Town Marina4.619.6 mi
- American Marine Dubuque4.518.1 mi
- Port of Dubuque Marina4.719.4 mi
- Blain's Farm & Fleet4.52.2 mi
- McGregor Plaza Shopping Center4.31.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Major regional institution and cultural hub.
Popular local hiking and scenic overlook area.
Highlights the region's historical mining industry.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.