The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53951 sells for about $325,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 83 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $972 a month.
ZIP 53951 — North Freedom
The 53951 housing market is currently balanced, with prices showing modest year-over-year growth aligned with regional fundamentals. Inventory remains tight, and the market is characterized by steady demand from local buyers rather than speculative investment. High interest rates and limited supply continue to constrain transaction volume.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing options compared to larger metro areas, while remaining within a reasonable commute of regional employment centers.
Median prices moved up 5.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 83 days on market with 6.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.5% · poverty 8.6% — 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 7.8%/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 7.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 53951, Sauk 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.
Crime rates in the North Freedom area are generally low, consistent with rural Sauk County trends and significantly below national averages.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Baraboo School District, which maintains a stable reputation for rural public education.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risks primarily localized to the Baraboo River basin.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to Baraboo and the Wisconsin Dells tourism corridor, with steady demand for residential housing in the rural-fringe market.
Property taxes are levied by Sauk County, the Town of Freedom, and the Baraboo School District, with rates determined by local millage and state-level assessment standards.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving 15-20 minutes to reach employment hubs in Baraboo or the Wisconsin Dells area.
The area offers significant outdoor access, including proximity to the Baraboo Hills, Devil's Lake State Park, and local trails for hiking and fishing.
The rental market is limited in depth, characterized by low turnover and a mix of single-family rentals and small-scale multi-family units.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, agriculture, and manufacturing, with significant employment provided by the Wisconsin Dells hospitality sector and Baraboo-based industries.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with access to regional highways connecting to Madison and the broader Wisconsin Dells area.
Development is largely focused on small-scale residential infill and agricultural land preservation, with no major high-density projects currently reported.
Sauk County utilizes a market-value assessment system, with properties reassessed periodically to reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to local school district taxes, county taxes, and potential special assessments for rural utility or fire protection services.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in the Upper Midwest.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
Major regional attraction for hiking, swimming, and camping.
Provides local opportunities for kayaking and fishing.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.