The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 54968 sells for about $215,000, or $148 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $778 a month.
ZIP 54968 — Princeton
The Princeton housing market remains stable with modest price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is driven by local residents and those seeking a rural lifestyle, keeping the market balanced despite broader economic shifts.
This ZIP is well-suited for retirees, families seeking a quiet rural lifestyle, and outdoor enthusiasts who value river access and small-town community.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 5.5 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 10.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 54968, Green Lake 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 rates in Princeton are generally low, consistent with small-town rural Wisconsin trends and significantly below national averages.
The area is served by the Princeton School District, which maintains a stable reputation for small class sizes and community-focused education.
The region faces moderate risk from seasonal severe weather, including wind and occasional flooding near the Fox River, with standard insurance coverage typically available.
Economic momentum is driven by local agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and tourism related to the Fox River and regional outdoor recreation.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal and county levels, with rates determined by the Green Lake County tax roll and local school district levies.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to larger employment hubs like Oshkosh or Fond du Lac.
The area features significant access to the Fox River for boating and fishing, local parks, and proximity to regional golf courses and trails.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand, primarily serving local workers and seasonal visitors.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture, small retail, and service-based businesses supporting the surrounding rural community.
Transportation is almost exclusively via private vehicle, with limited public transit options available in the rural county.
Development is primarily focused on small-scale residential infill and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
The Green Lake County assessor manages property valuations based on annual market analysis and state-mandated assessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to Princeton School District levies and county-wide emergency service and utility district assessments.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are influenced by regional weather patterns and proximity to water bodies.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
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.
Central feature for boating, fishing, and recreation.
Community hub for local events and outdoor gatherings.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.