Kenosha, WI—53143
Real Estate Data & Market Trends
Key Metrics at a Glance
Home Price Trends — Kenosha, WI
As of Oct '25, the median home price in Kenosha, WI is $243,000, with a year-over-year change of 5.8%. This indicates that home prices in Kenosha, WI are increasing. According to Zillow, the 1-year price projection is 1.0%, suggesting a relatively flat housing market in the next year.
Cost per Home Type
| Home Type | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
All Homes | $243,000 | 5.8% |
| Single Family | $244,000 | 6.1% |
| Condos | N/A | N/A |
Cost per Home Size
| Home Size | Median Home Value | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
1 Bed | N/A | N/A |
2 Bed | $218,000 | 6.9% |
3 Bed | $251,000 | 5.9% |
4 Bed | $260,000 | 5.7% |
| 5 Bed | $290,000 | 5.1% |
% of Housing Stock
Rental Trends — Kenosha, WI
As of July '25, Rentcast reports the average rent in Kenosha, WI is $1,380, with a year-over-year rent change of 1.5%. Per bedroom, the median rent as of July '25 in Kenosha, WI is studios: $1,000, 1-bedrooms: $952, 2-bedrooms: $1,220, 3-bedrooms: $1,690, 4-bedrooms: $1,490. The most common rental property sizes in Kenosha, WI are 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom, accounting for 49.6% and 32.7% of the rental stock.
| Type | Median Rent | Average Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Average Rent | $1,400 | $1,380 |
| Studio Rent | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| 1 Bed Rent | $950 | $952 |
| 2 Bed Rent | $1,120 | $1,220 |
| 3 Bed Rent | $1,500 | $1,690 |
| 4 Bed Rent | $1,490 | $1,490 |
% of Rental Stock
Property Listings — Kenosha, WI
As of Oct '25, Realtor.com reports that the median days on market for a home in Kenosha, WI is 25. This is a decrease of 0.0% from last year, suggesting that homes are sitting on the market about the same amount of time than last year. The percentage of listed homes with a reduced price is 17.0%, representing a small inventory and little supply pressure on home prices.
| Metric | Zip Code Average | Year over Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
Median Listing Price | $254,000 | 5.0% |
Listing Count | 46 | 9.0% |
| Listings as % of Homes | 0.3% | 9.0% |
Days on Market | 25 | 0.0% |
Demographics — Kenosha, WI
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Kenosha, WI has a population of 21,400, which has decreased by -8.7% over the past 5 years. Kenosha, WI is a popular place for families, as children make up 25.9% of the population. The area has a poorly educated workforce, with 23.0% of adult residents holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. There are few residents working remotely, with 6.0% reporting working from home.
| Metric | Latest Census | YoY % Change |
|---|---|---|
Population | 21,400 | -8.7% |
% Under 18 | 25.9% | 0.8% |
% Seniors | 12.5% | -9.4% |
% WFH | 6.0% | 106.9% |
% w/ College Degree | 23.0% | 18.6% |
As of the latest ACS Survey released in 2023, Kenosha, WI is a predominantly white area, with 59.1% of the population identifying as white. The white population has shrunk by 10.2% in the last 5 years. The second most common race or ethnicity in Kenosha, WI is hispanic, making up 21.2% of the population. Foreign-born residents account for 6.1% of the population in Kenosha, WI, and this percentage has increased by 1.7% as of the ACS Survey 5 years prior, suggesting more immigrants are calling the area home.
Race and Ethnicity
| Metric | Latest Census | 5-Year % Change |
|---|---|---|
% White | 59.1% | -10.2% |
% Black | 10.7% | -17.1% |
% Hispanic | 21.2% | 12.8% |
% Asian | 1.3% | 225.0% |
% Foreign Born | 6.1% | 1.7% |
Mortgage and Risk — Kenosha, WI
According to HUD data as of 2023, there were 330 mortgage originations in Kenosha, WI, of which 80.0% of loans were conventional mortgages. The average loan-to-value was 62.0%, with 27.0% above 90% LTV (very high). This implies large mortgage risk in Kenosha, WI. Investor activity is low, as 5.0% of loans were by investors. 15.0% of loans were cash-out refinances, suggesting many homeowners are tapping equity.
Mortgages
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
Total Loan Originations | 330 |
% Conventional Loans | 80.0% |
% Government Loans | 20.0% |
% Investor Loans | 5.0% |
% Second Loans | 1.0% |
% Cash Out Refinance | 15.0% |
Loan Activity
Rentals and Section 8 — Kenosha, WI
As of 2024, the percent of homes in Kenosha, WI under the Section 8 program is 13.4%. This is considered low, suggesting that the neighborhood is sparsely composed of Section 8 homes. Section 8 opportunity is good when HUD pays more than market rent. In Kenosha, WI, all tracked home sizes have HUD payment amounts above market rent, suggesting strong Section 8 opportunity across the board.
Section 8 Market Size
Total Units under HUD | 453 |
Total Units Section 8 | 452 |
% Rentals under Section 8 | 13.4% |
% Occupied Section 8 | 91.2% |
Section 8 Opportunity
| Home Size | HUD Premium | Market Rent | Max HUD Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $170 | $950 | $1,120 |
| 2 Bedroom | $340 | $1,120 | $1,460 |
| 3 Bedroom | $460 | $1,500 | $1,960 |
| 4 Bedroom | $750 | $1,490 | $2,240 |
Affordability — Kenosha, WI
Home Price to Income Ratio
| Metric | Zip Code Average |
|---|---|
| Home Price to Income Ratio | 3 |
| Median Home Price | $243,000 |
| Median Household Income | $67,100 |