Darlington WI Housing Market & Real Estate Update (March 1, 2026)
Darlington, WI – March 1, 2026 – Winter pricing held firm while inventory stayed thin; Freddie Mac’s 30-year fixed rate averaged 5.98% (2/26/2026) and average rent tracked near …
Top takeaways
- Zillow’s Home Value Index put typical home values around $220K (+13.4% year over year).
- Inventory remained tight: Zillow’s for-sale snapshot showed 7 homes, while Redfin reported 3 recent sales and homes often taking about 3 months to go pending.
- Borrowing costs eased, with Freddie Mac’s weekly average 30-year fixed rate at 5.98% (2/26/2026).
Market snapshot
In Darlington, a small number of listings can make prices feel jumpy from month to month. Redfin’s browsing views show single-digit availability in common price ranges, with a median list price around $249K on its “cheap homes” page—useful as a rough read on asking prices rather than closed-sale results.
Rentals
Apartments.com listed average rent near $911/month as of February 2026, up about 1% from a year earlier.
What to watch next
- Buyers: pre-approval timing and rate locks can matter more when choices are limited.
- Sellers: fresh paint, small repairs, and clear inspection documentation may help reduce renegotiations.