South Appleton
Neighborhood in Appleton, Wisconsin
Outagamie County 54915
Competitive homes built from the 1960s to the 2000s
A classic south side neighborhood has gridded streets, with rows of single-story ranch homes. Detached garages in backyards are common, and streets are lined with sidewalks. A few modern communities have larger homes, especially around Route 441. “You’ll see homes that were built anywhere from the 1960s to the 2000s,” Curran says. Like most of Appleton, properties are typically in high demand. “It’s not any less competitive on the south side,” Curran says. “We are still seeing multiple offers on most homes.”Homes from the mid-to-late-1900s cost between $150,000 and $325,000, depending on age and condition. Properties built after 1990 tend to be more expensive, ranging from $300,000 to $450,000. A few condo communities have units that range from $175,000 to $400,000. Some areas near the river have a risk of flooding.
Charter school options at Appleton East High
Zoning for elementary school changes based on home location. South Appleton has several options, including Richmond Elementary and McKinley Elementary. Both schools are rated B-minus by Niche. Most kids are then zoned for James Madison Middle School, rated C-plus, and Appleton East High School, rated B. East High has two alternative charter options: Appleton eSchool for online learning and Tesla Engineering Charter School, which encourages a STEM-focused curriculum.Neighborhood parks have space for baseball, volleyball and swimming
Throughout the south side, individual neighborhoods have their own green spaces. Hoover Park is known for its baseball diamonds, Jaycee Park has a sandy volleyball court, and Mead Park has a public swimming pool. “That pool is really popular in the summer,” Curran says. Golfers might hit the greens at Reid Municipal Golf Course, which has hosted the Appleton City Golf Tournament for over 75 years. To the north, the banks of Fox River have miles of walking trails and parks with kayak launches. The shores of Winnebago Lake are about 4 miles south.In 2025, the senior-focused Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center opened. It offers more than 300 different programs and pickleball courts. “The activity center is quite large and is like a community hub,” Curran says.
A riverside coffee shop and a homestyle diner
While the southside doesn’t have a walkable downtown, there are still plenty of restaurant options. Tempest Coffee Collective has a back patio with views of the Fox River, and Stone Arch Brewpub is known for brewing all its beer on-site in a building from the 1800s. JD’s Drive-In, which serves burgers and soft serve ice cream, is especially popular with families and high school students. “JD’s has sponsored youth sports for a very long time, so the inside is covered with years and years of pictures of the teams,” Curran says. “And they hire a lot of local high school students to work there.”The retail corridor along South Oneida Street has a variety of small grocery stores, including Asian and Hispanic markets. Around the 441 and East Calumet crossing, there are various big-box stores, including Target, Home Depot and Walmart.
Crossing the Fox River to get downtown and over to the airport
Downtown is about 2 miles away, and drivers must cross a bridge over the Fox River to get there. “There’s never any traffic buildup on the bridges,” Curran says. The Fox Mall shopping area and the Appleton International Airport are also on the other side of the city, about 20 minutes away. To reach the larger city of Green Bay, it’s about a 30-mile drive.Valley Transit bus lines run along major roads, including Oneida, Carpenter and Newberry. The buses travel to the south side hospital, St. Elizabeth, and into downtown. Homes near the hospital can expect emergency vehicle noise, and residents near 441 may experience traffic noise.
Written By
Catherine Lashley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Amy Williams
Amy Williams
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX 24/7 Real Estate, LLC
(920) 949-8265
72 Total Sales
3 in South Appleton
$137K - $201K Price Range
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Keith Sippel
Keith Sippel
Century 21 Affiliated
(920) 690-6719
104 Total Sales
7 in South Appleton
$73K - $500K Price Range
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Tou Yang
Tou Yang
Responds QuicklyCreative Results Corporation
(920) 264-0540
211 Total Sales
6 in South Appleton
$190K - $425K Price Range
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Carol DeDecker
Carol DeDecker
Responds QuicklyShiny Key Realty, LLC
(920) 280-0861
159 Total Sales
2 in South Appleton
$271K - $280K Price Range
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Terri Hoffort
Terri Hoffort
Keller Williams Green Bay
(920) 690-9074
79 Total Sales
3 in South Appleton
$175K - $245K Price Range
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Ashley Warning
Ashley Warning
Keller Williams Fox Cities
(920) 280-1662
118 Total Sales
4 in South Appleton
$211K - $273K Price Range
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Mead Park
Zoya Dog Run
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Appleton | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Appleton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Appleton, Appleton sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in South Appleton, Appleton over the last 12 months is $290,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$284,950
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$292,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$192,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
224
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,242
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
2024
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,963
On par with the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,524
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,373
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,270 - $1,680 per month
- Parkside Luxury Apartments
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,200+ Sq Ft
- 3135 E Lake Park Crossing
- Appleton, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
15,885
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,229
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,653
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.1%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.4%
Advanced Degrees
10.2%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
10°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
49''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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