Wendy Gauss
Gauss House Realty
(262) 300-4667
34 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joes
$32,000 Price
Saint Joes
The fourth most populated city in Wisconsin, Kenosha is home to about 100,000 residents. More than five times that number live in Milwaukee, about 35 miles north. In a city that’s undergoing a $400-million-plus revitalization plan, residents have a lot to look forward to. St Joes is a small part of the city where St. Joseph Catholic Academy is located. It’s similar to other nearby neighborhoods in that it’s primarily residential, with streets in a grid layout.
“There’s mainly older housing stock; many were built between 1920 and 1950,” Steve Bostrom, broker associate with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Epic Real Estate, says. A home with less than 1,000 square feet might sell for under $100,000, and one with at least twice the space for up to $350,000. Lots are situated fairly close together and not set back very far from the curb.
Kids may attend public schools like Roosevelt Elementary, graded B by Niche; Lincoln Middle, graded C; and Tremper High, graded B-minus. There also are private education facilities, including St. Joseph Catholic Academy, which has an A-minus grade from Niche, and serves all levels. Neighbors of the school might stroll over to swap books at the Little Free Library by the middle school entrance. Events like the winter and spring musicals, the Mardi Gras Gala, the First Responder’s Breakfast and a fundraising auction with food and entertainment are open to the community. Each year, the academy is the site of the Miss Kenosha Scholarship Competition, a local division of Miss America which provides opportunities for young women. Another private education option, Kenosha Montessori School, has a primary program for preschool and kindergarten and an elementary program for first through sixth grades.
There are lots of outdoor spaces for residents of Kenosha. A highlight is 45-acre Lincoln Park, within walking distance for many St Joes residents. According to Bostrom, it’s a popular spot for summer concerts. These events are facilitated by the Mahone Fund, which honors the legacy of Mary Lou and Arthur Freeman Mahone, locals known for social justice work. “The foundation raises funds to support education for underprivileged students,” Bostrom says. Space for baseball, soccer and disc golf brings many a sports lover to the park. Bostrom says area schools practice here, and it’s a site used for tournaments. For the older set, Kenosha Senior Center provides lunchtime meals, classes, a nutrition program and monthly dances.
Plenty of shops and restaurants are found about 2 miles away in the downtown area, set alongside Lake Michigan. Close to home, Crispy’s Tavern has a true bar-on-the-corner quality. Regulars gather for pool or to get their practice in for the Kenosha Darts Classic tournament, or KDC. The tavern hosts events like a Friendsgiving Potluck, a Day of the Dead celebration and other seasonal gatherings. Recognizable by its vintage neon sign, The Spot Drive-In, in business since 1945, is the place for burgers and homemade root beer anytime from 11 a.m. until they close at 2 a.m. And even if it’s past 2 a.m., grocery shopping might be in order. Festival Foods isn’t far, and it’s open 24 hours.
Though Milwaukee is closer, Kenosha is considered a part of the greater Chicago area; Chi-town is only about 60 miles away. Those living in St Joes can use state routes 31, 32 and 50 to reach their destinations. Public transportation includes Kenosha Area Transit buses, and there’s an electric streetcar route that goes along downtown and Lake Michigan. One of the stops is at Kenosha Station, the lone Metra station outside Illinois.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wendy Gauss
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Felicia Pavlica
Felicia Pavlica
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX ELITE
(262) 440-2470
734 Total Sales
12 in Saint Joes
$98K - $310K Price Range
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Shannon Williams
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Shannon Williams
Responds QuicklyRealty of America LLC
(262) 600-2249
8 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joes
$180,000 Price
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Grace Parrish
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Grace Parrish
Responds QuicklyRealtyPro Professional Real Estate Group
(262) 300-5496
47 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joes
$175,000 Price
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Francesco Conforti
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Francesco Conforti
Responds QuicklyGolden Realty Corp
(262) 300-7676
29 Total Sales
1 in Saint Joes
$209,900 Price
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Aaron Kohlmeier
Aaron Kohlmeier
Welcome Home Real Estate Group
(262) 379-3730
313 Total Sales
9 in Saint Joes
$75K - $215K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Lincoln Park
Streeter Park
Southwest Library Playground
Eichelman Park
Southport Park
Roosevelt Park
Elmwood Park
Baker Park Playground
Kenosha Sand Dunes
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Saint Joes | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Saint Joes Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Saint Joes, Kenosha sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$357,495
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,495
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$209
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
797
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,309
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,874
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,280
Median Age
35
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,743
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,471
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.1%
College Graduates
22.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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