The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54201 sells for about $224,765, or $152 per square foot.
Prices are up +7.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 49 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $835 a month.
ZIP 54201 — Algoma
The Manitowoc housing market shows steady growth with a median sale price of $224,765, reflecting a 7.5% year-over-year increase. Limited inventory and consistent demand from local buyers are driving competitive conditions, though the market remains more affordable than the broader Green Bay metro area.
This area is well-suited for families and first-time homebuyers seeking a balance of affordability, access to Lake Michigan amenities, and a manageable commute to larger regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 7.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 49 days on market with 1.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.4% · poverty 13.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54201, Manitowoc County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime trends in the Manitowoc area are generally stable, with rates that compare favorably to larger urban centers in Wisconsin.
The area is served by the Manitowoc Public School District, which maintains a range of public elementary, middle, and high schools with varying performance ratings.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal winter storms and potential for localized flooding near the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Economic momentum is driven by manufacturing, healthcare, and maritime industries, with ongoing efforts to revitalize the downtown and waterfront areas.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels based on equalized value, with rates influenced by local school district levies and municipal service requirements.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with easy access to I-43 providing a direct corridor to the Green Bay employment core to the north.
The area features extensive access to Lake Michigan, including the Manitowoc Marina, numerous public parks, and the Mariners Trail for walking and biking.
The rental market has seen significant upward pressure on pricing, with limited vacancy and high demand for affordable housing units.
The local economy is anchored by manufacturing, healthcare, and tourism, with significant employment provided by regional industrial firms and the public sector.
The area is served by I-43, providing a primary north-south transit corridor connecting to Green Bay and Milwaukee.
Ongoing development focuses on downtown revitalization and waterfront infrastructure improvements.
The Manitowoc County assessor maintains property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Manitowoc Public School District levies and local municipal tax districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to Lake Michigan, with standard coverage available.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 54201 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Stone Harbor Resort4.315.8 mi
- Door County Fire Company4.315.9 mi
- The Lodge at Leathem Smith3.915.6 mi
- Smashed on the Rocks4.42.4 mi
- Holiday Music Motel4.815.8 mi
- Von Stiehl • Winery • Distillery • Cidery – Near Door County in Algoma, WI4.82.3 mi
- Crescent Beach Boardwalk4.72.2 mi
- Kewaunee Winter Park4.711.5 mi
- Kewaunee Lighthouse4.811 mi
- Kewaunee Bowl4.411 mi
- Sturgeon Bay Ship Canal Pierhead Front Lighthouse4.714.7 mi
- Von Stiehl • Winery • Distillery • Cidery – Near Door County in Algoma, WI4.82.3 mi
- Door County Maritime Museum4.615.5 mi
- Sturgeon Bay Canal Rear Light4.614.8 mi
- Bullhead Point4.516.1 mi
- Crescent Beach Boardwalk4.72.2 mi
- Kewaunee Winter Park4.711.5 mi
- Bruemmer Co Park4.411.4 mi
- Selner Park4.711.1 mi
- Harbor Park4.610.9 mi
- Wave Pointe Marina & Resort4.316.3 mi
- SkipperBud's4.415.2 mi
- City of Algoma Marina4.62.4 mi
- Kewaunee Marina4.610.6 mi
- Port O'Call Harbor Center4.210.9 mi
- Northbrook Golf & Grill4.311.7 mi
- Wienke's Market4.86.2 mi
- Stodola's IGA Supermarket - Luxemburg WI4.511.8 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A scenic paved trail along the Lake Michigan shoreline connecting Manitowoc and Two Rivers.
A major recreational boating hub on Lake Michigan.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.