Along the bluffs of Lake Michigan, Lakeshore is a residential enclave 6 miles north of Downtown Kenosha. "It's quiet. That's what everybody loves about the area," says Danielle Welker, a local real estate broker with RE/MAX Advantage. "There's a quaintness and a down-home feel that the neighborhood offers." From the rocky beach at Alford Park to quiet lookouts and decades-old eateries, Welker's idea of quaintness extends to the neighborhood's insider spots. "But being so close to Chicago and Milwaukee, you can enjoy what we have while also enjoying the cities nearby," she continues. Lakeshore's residential streets diverge from one central thoroughfare: 32nd Division Memorial Highway, which reaches south to the Illinois border and onward towards Chicago. But most residents hang out closer to home, relying on Kenosha's commuter trains to reach the buzzing cities nearby.
A mom watches her son spray water into Lake Michigan at Alford Park.
Alford Park is a major attraction for residents of Kenosha.
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Traditional architecture surrounding 32nd Division Memorial Highway
32nd Division Memorial Highway cuts through the heart of Lakeshore, with short residential streets diverging east and west at every block. Those to the east stop just shy of Lake Michigan’s rocky shoreline, where homes yield expansive water views. Those to the west extend to the train tracks, where passengers of the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee Commuter Rail will pass 30 times each day—twice for each round-trip. Regardless, traditional architecture is typical. Cape Cods, bungalows and ranch-style homes line each avenue, ranging in price from $105,000 to $365,000. Old-growth trees shade their modest gardens and driveways with basketball hoops out front. Homebuyers won’t find sidewalks but rather narrow gravel walkways at the end of each lawn. The occasional custom build might exceed 3,000 square feet and range between $800,000 and $850,000, though these homes are rare. More common are waterfront condos, particularly those on Lakeshore Drive, offering units for $350,000 to $515,000.
32nd Division Memorial Highway runs parallel to the water, branching into residential streets.
Lakeshore is a residential enclave along the bluffs of Lake Michigan.
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The stony beaches of Alford Park
From the stony beaches of Alford Park, guests can catch views of the Kenosha wharf and lighthouse. In the Lake Michigan tides are sea glass hunters, fishermen and families swimming in the waves. Atop the bluffs, the scenic Pike Bike Trail runs through the park on the way south. To the west, Sam Poerio Park offers a more traditional recreation scene next door to the Bose Elementary School campus. There, baseball diamonds and playgrounds are connected by shaded walking paths weaving between them. Lakeshore residents head to Seventh Place Overlook Park for a more intimate view of the water. The quiet lookout spot extends from 7th Place, an unmarked walkway stretching out onto the neighborhood’s rocky bluffs.
A mom watches her son spray water into Lake Michigan at Alford Park.
Alford Park is a major attraction for residents of Lakeshore in Kenosha.
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A midcentury ambiance and lakeside views at HOBNOB supper club
The HOBNOB supper club has been open since 1954 on 32nd Division Memorial Highway. Over the years, the owners have managed to maintain its midcentury façade with art deco inspired décor and an outdoor patio overlooking the grandeur of the great lake next door. Farther south, Waterfront Warehouse serves classic American fare in the form of BBQ wings and sweet potato fries with cold beer on draft. Edison bulbs glow overhead, contributing to the restaurant’s warehouse-style theme. As for the essentials, residents typically hit the Pick ‘n Save on 18th Street or Stinebrink’s Piggly Wiggly on 15th. Closer to Downtown Kenosha, Big Star Drive-In is a retro summertime drive-in. “The downtown area has boutiques, wine shops, great restaurants and go-to ice cream parlors by the water,” Welker says, and Big Star is no exception. The veteran-owned greasy spoon slings burgers and shakes, a go-to for catching a midwestern sunset through the windshield.
The HOBNOB supper club in Lakeshore offers dining with a view of the beauty of Lake Michigan.
The HOBNOB supper club in Lakeshore has been open since 1954.
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Celebrate America’s lakefront fireworks
Situated 6 miles north of Downtown Kenosha, Lakeshore residents are well-positioned to partake in the city’s various annual events, likely packed with familiar faces. Residents gather along the lakefront for fireworks and live music every Independence Day as part of the city’s Celebrate America festival. Meanwhile, regional and national jazz musicians perform at Celebration Place for the HarborPark Jazz, Rhythm & Blues Festival in August. Wisconsin winters are made bearable with the Snow Daze Festival. A 32-foot by 60-foot outdoor ice rink at Veterans Memorial Park is the main attraction, with ice sculptures in front of many downtown shops and eateries.
Lakeshore residents have access to a waterfront lifestyle with nearby Lake Michigan.
History can be found in downtown Kenosha, which is just a short drive from Lakeshore.
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100 years of enrichment at Washington Middle School
In the fall, students attend the Kenosha Unified School District, beginning at Bose Elementary with a C-plus on Niche. Washington Middle School earns a C, a 100-year-old institution oriented around enrichment. From Spring trips to Madison and Washington D.C. to camping trips, Saturday School and an array of fine art and athletic programs, Washington aims to prepare students for life at Bradford High School. With a B-minus on Niche, Bradford competes in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association’s Division 1 league. The school is a long-time rival of Tremper High in western Kenosha. Carthage College is situated less than a mile south of most homes, a private Lutheran school only enrolling about 2,500 students each year.
Students in Lakeshore neighborhood can attend Washington Middle School.
Lakeshore students can attend Bradford High School.
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Kenosha Area Transit bus stops surrounding Carthage College
Residents of Lakeshore are primarily car-dependent, as Kenosha Area Transit bus stops are primarily located farther south toward Carthage College. Those seeking a ride can find stops on Campus Drive, Sheridan Road and 15th Avenue, where routes head 6 miles south into Downtown Kenosha. Alternatively, residents can ride the bike lanes on 12th Street out west to Petrifying Springs or take the Pike Bike Trail south to Simmons Island. The nearest emergency room is Froedtert South Kenosha Urgent Care Center, 5 miles south. Though Chicago remains a 70-mile commute, residents can take the Metra from the Kenosha station downtown. Similarly, the 38-mile commute to Milwaukee is made easy by the Kenosha-Racine-Milwaukee Commuter Rail departing from the same station. Those traveling out of state typically fly out of General Mitchell International Airport, 30 miles north.
Lakeshore locals can take a streetcar in Downtown Kenosha as one form of public transportation.
Kenosha Metra Station, 4 miles south of Downtown Kenosha, offers a park-and-ride lot.
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Parks in this Area
Pennoyer Park
Tennis
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Alford Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Playground
Petrifying Springs Park
Alford Park
Beach
Petzke Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Kenosha Dream Playground
Poerio Park West
Baseball/Softball
Bike Trails
Fishing
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
42 min drive
Bus
Carthage College 1st Stop - Southbound
Bus
Carthage College
Bus
Carthage College 2nd Stop - Southbound
Bus
Carthage College 2nd Stop - Northbound
Bus
Carthage College 1st Stop - Northbound
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakeshore
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakeshore, Kenosha sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lakeshore, Kenosha over the last 12 months is $471,158, up 61% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,721
Median Age
43
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,522
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,384
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
42.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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