ZIP Code Market Report
53221 — Milwaukee, WI
Data through February 2026 · Updated monthly
Avg Home Value
$281,742
▲ 3.7% year-over-year
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
▼ 0.6%
Single Family
$292,651
Condo / Co-op
$204,129
The average home value in the 53221 ZIP code (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) is $281,742 as of February 2026. Home prices are rising, up 3.7% compared to last year.
A 3-bedroom home in 53221 is valued at $287,175. Single-family homes average $292,651, while condos average $204,129.
The market in 53221 has a $130,188 spread between bottom-tier homes at $219,931 and top-tier homes at $350,119. Bottom-tier properties represent the primary opportunity range for real estate investors using the 70% rule, fix-and-flip, or BRRRR strategies.
Looking ahead, Zillow's forecast model projects home values in the 53221 ZIP code will increase 1.0% over the next 12 months, bringing the projected average to approximately $284,560. This modest projected change should be factored into any investment analysis for properties in this area.
This report is part of the Ozaukee County market area in Wisconsin. For a broader view of the housing market including rent data, market activity, and affordability analysis, see the full Ozaukee County report.
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Market Snapshot
53221 Housing Market at a Glance
Key metrics for the last 3 months with trend direction.
| Metric | Dec 2025 | Jan 2026 | Feb 2026 | 3-Mo Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg Home Value | $285,165 | $283,470 | $281,742 | ▼ 1.2% |
| Single Family Value | $289,627 | $291,299 | $292,651 | ▲ 1.0% |
Home Values
53221 Home Value Trend
Historical home values for ZIP code 53221. Switch between All Homes, Single Family, Bottom Tier, and Top Tier.
Source: Zillow Research ZHVI / ZORI · Updated monthly
By Bedroom
What Homes Cost in 53221
Median home values by bedroom count in this ZIP code.
| Bedrooms | Median Value |
|---|---|
| 2 Bedrooms | $225,843 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $287,175 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $328,483 |
Property Types
Home Values by Property Type in 53221
How different property types compare in this ZIP code.
All Homes
$281,742
Single Family
$292,651
Condo / Co-op
$204,129
Bottom Tier
$219,931
Top Tier
$350,119
Forecast
12-Month Home Value Forecast for 53221
Zillow projects home values in 53221 will increase 1.0% over the next year, reaching approximately $284,560.
Current Value
$281,742
Projected Change
+1.0%
▲ 1.0%
Projected Value
$284,560
Source: Zillow Home Value Forecast (ZHVF). Forecasts are not guarantees.
Data Sources and Methodology
Home value data for ZIP code 53221 comes from the Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), updated monthly. ZHVI measures the typical home value using Zillow's automated valuation model, smoothed and seasonally adjusted.
This report was last updated February 2026. Data is refreshed on the 17th of each month.
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