Kenosha, WI (ZIP 53142) ranked No. 23 on Realtor.com's 2025 Hottest ZIP Codes list. Positioned along Lake Michigan between Milwaukee and Chicago, Kenosha combines suburban affordability, commuter access, and small-city amenities. From January to June 2025, listings drew 2.9 times more views per property than the typical U.S. listing and sold in a median of 29 days. The median listing price was $321,000, substantially below the national median of $440,000, attracting value-driven buyers. Nearby Midwest markets include Waukesha (median $341,000) and Wheaton, IL (median $538,000). Kenosha appeals to buyers priced out of Chicago's inner suburbs seeking metro access at lower cost.
From January to June 2025, Kenosha listings drew 2.9 times more views per property than the typical U.S. listing and sold in a median of 29 days. The median listing price came in at $321,000, well below the national median of $440,000, underscoring why this Midwestern hub has become a magnet for value-driven buyers.
Lakeside affordability with metro access Kenosha ranked No. 23 nationally, joining a strong lineup of Midwest communities on this year's list. By comparison, Waukesha, WI homes (No. 14) had a median listing price of $341,000, while Wheaton, IL real estate (No. 12) posted $538,000. For buyers priced out of Chicago's inner suburbs, Kenosha offers relative affordability without sacrificing access to two major metros.
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