Housing in Nelson, WI
Home values, rent, ownership rates, and housing market data
Housing Market Snapshot
Source: Zillow — January 2026Zillow Home Value Index
$243,029
Nelson vs Similar Cities
Source: Census ACS / Redfin (2023)Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Nelson is highlighted.
Median Home Value
42nd%ilemost expensive$154,200show rank
Median Rent
28th%ilemost expensive rent$786show rank
Rent Burden
20th%ilehighest rent burden14.4%show rank
Census Housing Data
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Median Home Value
$154,200
Median Rent
$786
Total Housing Units
161
Vacancy Rate
4.3%
Owner Occupied
62.3%
Renter Occupied
37.7%
Median Property Tax
$2,725
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$967
Housing Types
Single Family78.9%
Multi-Family19.9%
Mobile Home1.2%
The median home value in Nelson, WI is $154,200. According to Zillow, the home value index for Nelson is $243,029. The median rent is $786 per month (Census ACS). About 62.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1972. There are 161 total housing units.