Why Live in Oak Grove
Oak Grove, a quiet suburb in Green Bay, offers residents a blend of nature and convenience. The neighborhood features midcentury homes, including ranches, bungalows, and National-style houses, many of which have been recently renovated. Heavily forested streets and small, manicured gardens add to the charm. The East River Trail, accessible from East Mason Street, provides walking and biking paths through Green Bay and neighboring communities, with Joannes Park and St. Philip Park offering various recreational activities. Joannes Park is especially popular in summer with its aquatic center and Green Bay Bullfrogs games. Bay Beach Amusement Park, just 3 miles north, is a local highlight with affordable rides. For shopping and dining, residents frequent Cranky Pat’s for pizza and Julie’s Café for breakfast, while the East Town shopping center, 2 miles away, offers a range of chain stores and restaurants. The neighborhood hosts annual events like a rummage sale and the Oak Grove Fall Festival at St. Philip Park. While the Green Bay Area Public School District serves the area, the schools have mixed ratings. Public transit is available, with multiple Green Bay Metro bus stops, and downtown Green Bay is a quick 2-mile drive away. The neighborhood is also conveniently located near major roads, with Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport 9 miles west and Interstate 43 providing access to Milwaukee, 115 miles south.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Grove a good place to live?
Oak Grove is a good place to live. Oak Grove is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Oak Grove has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.0 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $54,966 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Grove are home owners, with 35.2% of residents renting and 64.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Grove can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Grove neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oak Grove?
The median home price in Oak Grove is $204,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $41,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,040 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $45K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Grove. The average household income in Oak Grove is $55K.
What are the best public schools in Oak Grove?
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Home Trends in Oak Grove, WI
On average, homes in Oak Grove, Green Bay sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Grove, Green Bay over the last 12 months is $220,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$172
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$204,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
-6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%