53538 — Fort Atkinson, WI Home Values
Typical home value $333,135 as of June 2026 · 9th of 10 in Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 53538, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 53538 compares in the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI area
ZIP code 53538 (Fort Atkinson, WI) has a typical home value of $333,135 as of June 2026, ranking 9th of 10 ZIP codes tracked in the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI area, more expensive than about 20% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +4.4% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +31.3%, from $253,640 in June 2021 to $333,135 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 19.8× the annual rent ($1,400/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Watertown.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 53538 has a population of 18,604, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 89% White, 8.1% Hispanic or Latino, 2.1% two or more races, 0.3% Black or African American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Luther Elementary | 205 Park St, Fort Atkinson, WI | 1.8 mi |
| Purdy Elementary | 719 S Main St, Fort Atkinson, WI | 1.9 mi |
| Barrie Elementary | 1000 Harriette St, Fort Atkinson, WI | 2 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 53538?
$333,135 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 53538 an expensive ZIP code in the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI area?
53538 ranks 9th of 10 ZIP codes in the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 20% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 53538 changed over the past year?
+4.4% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 53538?
The typical home price is 19.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,400/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 53538?
18,604, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 53538?
Luther Elementary (1.8 mi), Purdy Elementary (1.9 mi), Barrie Elementary (2 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 53538?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Watertown-Fort Atkinson, WI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.