Why Live in Jamestown
Jamestown, a neighborhood in Kenosha, offers a quiet suburban atmosphere with winding streets and a location 64 miles north of downtown Chicago and just over 2 miles from Lake Michigan. The neighborhood features a mix of cottages, Colonial Revivals, and split-level homes, primarily built in the 1990s and early 2000s, with some newer homes in the western region. Houses are typically on quarter-acre lots, with larger wooded properties on 45th Street. Local students attend schools in the Kenosha Unified School District, including Stocker Elementary, Mahone Middle, and Bradford High School, all of which have above-average ratings. Jamestown Park provides a central playground, while golfers can visit George Capoun Golf Academy. Fitness enthusiasts have access to Olympus Fitness, an 8,000 square foot center. Dining options include Oakfire Pizza and Denny’s Sports Den Bar and Grill. Nearby amenities include grocery stores like Sam’s Club, Festival Foods, and Aldi, as well as retailers like Ross and Marshalls. Residents benefit from easy access to Interstate 94 for travel to Chicago or Milwaukee and can use the Metra station in downtown Kenosha for a 90-minute train ride to Chicago’s Ogilvie Transportation Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jamestown a good place to live?
Jamestown is a good place to live. Jamestown is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Jamestown has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $89,521 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Jamestown are home owners, with 30.4% of residents renting and 69.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Jamestown can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Jamestown neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Jamestown?
The median home price in Jamestown is $359,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $71,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,860 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $80K a year to afford the median home price in Jamestown. The average household income in Jamestown is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Jamestown?
The best public schools that serve Jamestown are:
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Are home prices dropping in Jamestown?
Yes, home prices in Jamestown are down 31% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Jamestown, WI
On average, homes in Jamestown, Kenosha sell after 173 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Jamestown, Kenosha over the last 12 months is $252,500, down 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$252,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$195,499
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$285,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$202
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$359,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
18%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%