Forest County, WI home prices
Forest County, WI: the typical home is worth $228,952 as of 2026-05, up +13.7% over the past year and n/a since 2000. Listings run about $219/sq ft. Rent…
Forest County is accelerating and fairly valued — very affordable for what people here earn.
Real Estate Price Map scores, derived from the data on this page · how we calculate them
1998: $87,825 → 2026: $228,952 (2.6×) pre-2000 estimated via FHFA index
Market read
At $228,952, homes in Forest County sit 23% below the Wisconsin median ($298,766) and 2% below the US median ($233,954). That ranks #65 of 72 Wisconsin counties by price.
Prices are climbing fast (+13.7% in the last year) — a seller's market.
Homes here move at a steady pace — a median 48 days on the market, with 14% of listings cutting their asking price.
At 3.9× local income, that's pricier than the typical US county (~3.8×).
Prices here sit roughly in line with what local incomes and rents imply at the typical US multiple.
Home value history
Zillow ZHVI, monthly from 2000 · recessions shaded. See the full 1975 history on the interactive map →
Nearby counties
Florence County, WI ($204,113) · Langlade County, WI ($229,037) · Iron County, MI ($150,700) · Oneida County, WI ($319,431) · Marinette County, WI ($220,761) · Vilas County, WI ($404,461)
Frequently asked questions
What is the average home price in Forest County, WI?
Are home prices in Forest County rising or falling?
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How fast do homes sell in Forest County?
| Year | Median home value |
|---|---|
| 2012 | $109,456 |
| 2013 | $116,635 |
| 2014 | $121,273 |
| 2015 | $122,624 |
| 2016 | $126,721 |
| 2017 | $126,581 |
| 2018 | $133,578 |
| 2019 | $141,228 |
| 2020 | $147,978 |
| 2021 | $162,491 |
| 2022 | $182,182 |
| 2023 | $191,536 |
| 2024 | $195,041 |
| 2025 | $197,116 |
| 2026 | $220,576 |