Butler, WI Homes for Sale

The small village of Butler, located in Waukesha County, WI, is a quiet community with fewer than 1,800 residents, offering lower county taxes and proximity to urban amenities. Founded in 1913, Butler retains its early-20th century charm with ranch-style and Dutch Colonial homes, most built in the first half of the 20th century. The village is surrounded by industrial areas that provide local employment opportunities and buffer against highway noise from U.S. Route 45 and Interstate 41. Butler features a small retail district along Hampton Avenue, including city hall, a grocery store, a library, and diverse eateries like The Butler Inn and White Jamoon. For larger shopping needs, the Shoppers World of Brookfield strip mall is three miles away. Education in Butler is highly rated, with students attending the Hamilton School District or Menomonee Falls School District, both receiving A ratings. Hamilton High School, known for its innovative programs, serves most of Butler’s students. Recreational options include Frontier Park, which offers baseball fields, tennis and basketball courts, and a playground, as well as Butler Skateland and Cream City Skatepark for indoor and outdoor skating activities. Butler's location along Interstate 41 provides convenient access to downtown Milwaukee, 10 miles away, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 19 miles away.