DeForest, WI Market Update — November 2025
$520K median, 21 DOM, 2.51 MOS — what it means for DeForest buyers & sellers right now.
Key Takeaways — November 2025
- Median sale price: $520,000 (+8.6% YoY)
- Homes sell fast: 21 days median time on market (16 days YTD)
- Market status: 2.51 months of supply (seller advantage)
- Active inventory: 75 homes (snapshot)
- Average sale price: $534,937 (+4.5% YoY)
- Avg % to asking: –0.80% (slight room to negotiate)
DeForest Housing Market Analysis — November 2025
Prices moved higher: Median hit $520,000 (+8.6% YoY) and average reached $534,937 (+4.5% YoY).
Market speed is brisk: 21-day median DOM (16 days YTD) with sellers still holding leverage at 2.51 MOS.
Seasonal cooling in activity: October closings were down 33.3% YoY; new listings –11.9%, new pendings –30.6%.
Negotiations remain narrow: Recent sales averaged 0.80% under list; clean pricing and strong terms matter.
Quick Market Facts
Data source: South Central Wisconsin MLS. Data deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
DeForest Market Geography
Primary Coverage Area: DeForest & Windsor, Wisconsin (53532 and adjacent areas incl. Token Creek)
School District: DeForest Area School District
City Info: Village of DeForest · Village of Windsor
Current Market Conditions & Trends
- Lean inventory = competition: 2.51 MOS gives well-priced listings leverage.
- Price momentum: Median up +8.6% YoY; average up +4.5% YoY.
- List-to-sale discipline: Average sale at –0.80% under asking shows a narrow negotiation band.
- Seasonality: Fewer new listings and pendings signal typical late-fall cooling.
DeForest vs. Nearby Communities — Price & Supply Snapshot
| Community | Median Price | Months Supply | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeForest/Windsor | $520,000 (Oct) | 2.51 | Seller advantage; brisk DOM |
| Madison | $427,000 | 1.59 | Tighter supply; citywide demand |
| Sun Prairie | $464,500 | 2.07 | Sharp YoY median gain |
Figures reflect October 2025 snapshots from your November dataset.
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Inventory & Market Activity
- Active inventory (snapshot): 75 homes
- New listings (Oct): 37 (–11.9% YoY)
- New pendings (Oct): 25 (–30.6% YoY)
- Closed sales (Oct): 24; YTD: 307 (Oct –33.3% / YTD –9.2%)
- Average list price (snapshot): $698,005
Integrity Homes’ view: With sub-3 months of supply and a 21-day median DOM, well-priced DeForest/Windsor listings should continue to move. Buyers should come prepared with strong pre-approval and clear must-have criteria to compete effectively.
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Market Forecast & Buyer/Seller Recommendations
Outlook
Expect competitive, low-inventory conditions to persist into winter. Properties prepped and priced to the most recent comps should continue to see strong activity.
What Sellers Need to Know
- Price to the market: The first two weeks are critical—even in a tight market.
- Presentation matters: Professional photos, clean curb appeal, and quick repair punch lists help maximize results.
- Strategy: Consider strategic list timing and showing windows to capture peak demand.
What Buyers Need to Know
- Pre-approval is essential: Sellers expect strong financing terms.
- Move decisively: Median 21 days DOM; top listings go faster.
- Flex zones: Widen neighborhood/feature tolerances to uncover value.
- Veterans: Leverage VA benefits; ask about our $2,000 Appraisal Repair Guarantee for seller confidence.