Dane County home prices were mixed in July, as new listings, accepted offers, and home sales all increased. Here's our in depth review of the Madison area single family home market for July, 2026. Note: All of our data is sourced directly from the South Central Wisconsin MLS. 

Dane County home prices

July Madison area home prices

• The price per square foot decreased from $267 in July of 2025 to $257 in July of 2026, down 4 percent. 
• The average price decreased from $604,755 to $594,449, down 2 percent. 
• The median price increased from $505,000 to $514,900, up 2 percent. 

Year-to-date prices through the month of July

• The Dane County price per square foot increased from $254 through July of 2025 to $258 through July of 2026,

Recently we shared insight into how the Dane County market becomes more buyer-friendly as the fall market nears: Inventory rises, competing offers subside, and buyers have more leverage to negotiate better terms and prices.

Such was the case last weekend, when our buyers secured a beautiful downtown condo with a view for $20,000 below the list. A shout out goes to their buyer agent Max, who's always studying the market, and using his expertise to effectively guide his clients. 

This is a good example of what's possible right now: with the right guidance, buyers are finding room to negotiate. If you're wondering what that could look like for your own search, that's the kind of conversation that we're here to help you with. 

So what questions

Most people think spring and summer are the seasons to buy a home. But if you're house hunting in the Madison area, don't forget about the fall — it could be your best window all year. Here are three strong reasons for you to consider buying your Madison area home or condo this fall. 

 (photo courtesy of Step Inside Media)

More homes to choose from

Year in and year out, home and condo inventory peaks in the fall season. Sellers who listed over the summer and haven't found the right buyer yet are often still on the market — which means more options for you when you start your search. 

Less competition for those homes 

While inventory is higher in the fall, your competition from other buyers is lower. The fall season is an opportunity to

Dane County condo prices were mixed in July, while new listings and accepted offers decreased. Here's our in-depth look at the July Madison area condo market. Note: All of our data is sourced directly from the South Central Wisconsin MLS. 

What questions do you have about buying or selling a condo in the Madison, Wisconsin area? Reach out to one of our condo experts for a helpful consultation. 

Dane County condo prices 

Madison area condo prices were mixed in July.

• The price per square foot was $256, up 10 percent from $233 in July of 2025.
• The average price increased from $373,515 in July of 2025 to $392,174 in July of 2026, up 5 percent. 
• The median price decreased from $345,000 to $335,250, down 3 percent. 

Year-to-date

The best way to communicate our value to clients isn't by saying it — it's by showing it, through our actions, our attention, and our effort.

When we're fully present with a client — attending to their spoken and unspoken needs, remembering the small details of their life, following up months after closing just to see how they're settling in — they know firsthand what it's like to work with us. They don't need to be told we care. They can feel it. And when we serve them with skill and expertise, they'll sing our praises and spread the word about our work for years to come.

The prevailing trend in our field, though, is to tell people about our value — by being everywhere online, all the time, and shining the spotlight on ourselves. Here are two

Maybe you've been thinking about moving to a new neighborhood, but you'd like to learn more about it before you make your big move. One way to learn more is to spend some quality time in it. 

On a nice day, you might bike or walk the streets of the neighborhood — and even bring your kids or dog. Visit the parks and playgrounds or a coffee shop and spend some time getting to know the feel of the area. 

(The Dudgeon-Monroe Neighborhood in Madison — known for its shops, restaurants, parks and bike path. Photo courtesy of Step Inside Media.)

You might even find yourself striking up a conversation with a neighbor or two — giving you an opportunity to ask questions. How long have they lived there? How do they like it? Most people love talking about

Most real estate agents can tell you what they do to sell a home. We believe the bigger difference lies in how they do it. Our goal isn't to serve you with our selling process — it's to make one of your biggest life transitions feel more organized, less stressful, and better supported from beginning to end.

(Photo courtesy of Step Inside Media) 

Our standards of care for every seller

When you need to know your home's value, we don't just show you comparable properties and recommend a price. We paint a picture of the market for you, so we can have a helpful conversation about pricing, and give you all the information you need to determine the best price for your home. 

When you need repairs and updates made to your home, we are here to

Everyone deserves a little recognition, especially those working in the nonprofit sector. The Nationwide Trophy Recycling Program is a “pay-it-forward” nonprofit that collects and refurbishes old trophies to then be given to nonprofit organizations around the country for their recognition and awards ceremony needs.

The program was humbly started 40 years ago at a small trophy shop in Poynette. Patrons would bring in their old trophies in hopes they could be reused. For years, the shop created new trophies for nonprofits that did not have the funds to buy new trophies. In 2007, the program went nationwide, collecting and distributing trophies from all over the US. And, due to the overwhelming influx of trophies during the pandemic, the Nationwide Trophy

New home and condo listings came in as expected in July. Here's our quick overview of Dane County listing activity for the month of July, 2026. Note: all of our numbers are sourced directly from the South Central Wisconsin MLS. 

Dane County single family homes 

A total of 597 Dane County single family homes were listed for sale in July, up 2 percent from the 585 homes listed for sale in July of 2025. Year-to-date, single family home listings are up by 4 percent from the year before. 

Dane County condos

Condo listings were even with last July's total. A total of 184 Madison area condos were listed for sale in July, the same as in July of 2025. On a year-to-date basis, condo listings are up 6 percent. 

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