Why Live in Genesee
Spacious lots, serene surroundings and privacy are the main selling points in Genesee Township. The town, often called just Genesee, is not far from larger cities and major employers but is still rural in every right. "Everybody is drawn to the area because it's one of the last remaining rural communities in Waukesha County," says Robert Kolb, supervisor of Waukesha County's 15th District. Farmhouses and mansions on multi-acre lots are standard, but the area is seeing growth in subdivisions as more people seek a quiet life. While the population – like the number of homes – slowly grows, keeping the true essence of the neighborhood is a priority. "You're not going to stop development: you're just not," Kolb says. "But we're trying our best to keep it rural without trampling on private property rights. It's a very fine line." Colonial Revivals, farmhouses and Victorian cottages along county roads and side streets are the most affordable homes, selling between $225,000 and $400,000. The earliest subdivision homes are ranch-style, bi-level and split-levels from the 1950s to '70s, ranging from $350,000 to $575,000. The most expensive homes are Modern Craftsman, new traditional and
Home Trends in Genesee, WI
On average, homes in Genesee, WI sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Genesee, WI over the last 12 months is $555,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$555,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$570,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$610,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Last 12 months Home Sales
83
Median List Price
$584,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%