May 2026 Market Refresh
Last updated: compiled June 2026 from May 2026 source data
| Redfin median sale price | $294,324 |
|---|---|
| Year over year | +11.1% |
| Median days on market | 34 median days on market |
| Homes sold | 248 homes sold |
| Zillow ZHVI | $284,010 |
Kenosha WI Redfin median sale price: $294,324 (+11.1% YoY, May 2026). Kenosha WI Zillow ZHVI: $284,010. Zillow source label: Zillow Research city ZHVI as of 2026-05-31. Source scope: Redfin Data Center city row, May 2026. Market data is background context only; property-specific value still depends on condition, title, occupancy, repairs, payoff, liens, and closing timeline.
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Kenosha WI Housing Market Report — 2026
TL;DR
According to Zillow Research (City ZHVI CSV, 2026-05-31), the Kenosha city median home value is $284,010. According to Redfin (May 2026), Kenosha's median sale price is $294,324, +11.1% year-over-year, with 25 days on market and 248 homes sold. Transfer tax: $3.00 per $1,000 (realty transfer fee, seller pays). Foreclosure process: Judicial. For a cash offer based on current Kenosha market conditions, call USA Home Buyers at 888-274-5006.
Key Market Metrics — Kenosha WI
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $284,010 | Zillow Research City ZHVI CSV (2026-05-31) |
| Median sale price | $294,324 | Redfin (May 2026) |
| Price per sq ft | $183 | Redfin (May 2026) |
| Median days on market | 34 days | Redfin (May 2026) |
| Typical cash offer range | 70-80% of FMV | Local investor norms |
| Transfer tax | $3.00 per $1,000 (realty transfer fee, seller pays) | State revenue authority |
| Foreclosure process | Judicial (Kenosha County Circuit Court, 10-14 months, Ch. 846 Wis. Stats.) | State statutes |
Neighborhood Breakdown — Kenosha WI
| Neighborhood | Median Price Range |
|---|---|
| Downtown Kenosha | $185,000-$240,000 |
| Uptown | $180,000-$225,000 |
| Allendale | $215,000-$265,000 |
| Lincoln Park | $190,000-$294,324 |
| Pleasant Prairie (North) | $250,000-$310,000 |
| Silver Lake | $225,000-$290,000 |
| Bristol | $260,000-$350,000 |
| Somers | $265,000-$340,000 |
Market Context — Kenosha WI
Kenosha is strategically located between Chicago and Milwaukee on Lake Michigan, making it increasingly attractive to remote workers priced out of both metro areas. The former AMC Motors plant is now home to mixed-use development.
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, Kenosha County has a diverse housing stock mix of owner-occupied and renter-occupied units. The median age of housing units reflects the area's industrial history, with significant inventory in the pre-1960 range.
What This Means for Kenosha Sellers
With 35 median days on market, a traditional sale in Kenosha still takes time — and that's before accounting for inspection contingencies, financing contingencies, and repair negotiations. Properties that need work often sit longer or require significant price reductions.
A direct cash sale to USA Home Buyers closes in 7–14 days with no repairs required. The written offer states how Wisconsin transfer-fee and closing-cost items are handled. The trade-off: cash offers typically run 70-80% of fair market value.
Get a Cash Offer Based on Current Kenosha Market Data
Written offer in 24 hours based on current Kenosha County comps. Closing-cost items are reviewed in the written offer.
Data sources: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), Redfin market statistics, U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Market data refresh panel reflects Redfin May 2026; older Zillow context may lag by source. Individual property values vary. Contact us for a property-specific assessment.
May 2026 source-backed market snapshot
Kenosha WI market data
- Redfin median sale price
- $294,324
- Redfin YoY
- +11.1%
- Median days on market
- 34 median days on market
- Homes sold
- 248 homes sold
- Zillow ZHVI
- $284,010
Kenosha WI Redfin median sale price: $294,324 (+11.1% YoY, May 2026). Kenosha WI Zillow ZHVI: $284,010. Zillow source label: Zillow Research city ZHVI as of 2026-05-31. Source scope: Redfin Data Center city row, May 2026. Market data is background context only, not a property-specific offer or value promise.