Wilson
Neighborhood in Kenosha, Wisconsin
Kenosha County 53140, 53144
Homes were built in the heyday of a Kenosha automotive engine facility
While there are some newer homes, most of the housing in the neighborhood is from the 1940s to the ‘60s when Kenosha was growing due to the Kenosha Engine plant, which closed in 2010. Some new homes have also been built. “The original homes were on double lots, and some parcels have been divided,” Franklin says. “As the older generation passes, the younger generation is dividing the parcels and selling that so affordable homes can be built.” In addition, new homes have been built on vacant land. “The Brookstone subdivision has newer homes that can be bought or rented out,” says Tony Bitar, Realtor with Tony Bitar Real Estate Solutions. The single-family home price ranges from $135,000 to $480,000. Ranch style is the most prominent design, with a few Cape Cods.Kenosha Sports Complex
During baseball season, Little League teams play at the 19-acre Kenosha Sports Complex, which has six baseball diamonds and a small playground. Hobbs Park has several paved walking trails, a playground with a colorful slide and climbing equipment and a picnic shelter. Across the street is Limpert Park, which has a full basketball court and a large open space. “There are a lot of kids in the neighborhood and there are after-school programs and activities at the Kenosha YMCA and the Boys and Girls Club,” Bitar says. The ‘Y’ is a short drive while the Boys & Girls Club is just to the east.Elementary school students go out of the Wilson neighborhood for class
Public school students attend classes in the Kenosha Unified School District, rated a B overall on Niche. In June of 2024, Wilson Elementary School closed its doors in the neighborhood after 70 years. Students are now taken to other nearby elementary schools, like Strange or Somers Elementary. Strange is rated a C-plus, while Somers gets a B-minus. Bullen Middle School is rated a C, and Bradford High School, which receives a B-minus grade, is the primary high school for students living in the north part of Kenosha. The school district office is located on 52nd Street in the southern part of the neighborhood and is the site of monthly school board meetings.Downtown Kenosha
The Wilson neighborhood is only a few miles from downtown Kenosha and its year-round events. The summer brings Taste of Wisconsin to the lakefront, drawing tens of thousands of people to the three-day event to taste the food and beverages and enjoy live music. In early October, the Downtown Kenosha Sip & Stroll offers the chance to sample wine, beer and non-alcoholic options at 30 participating venues. The Snow Days Festival happens in late January and features ice sculptures on display in front of downtown shops and restaurants.Northernmost stop on the Union Pacific North line
The Kenosha Metra station is the northernmost point for the Chicago Metra commuter rail line. The trip to the Ogilvie Transportation Center in downtown Chicago takes an hour and a half. Kenosha Transit is the local public bus service with stops on 52nd Street, 39th and 30th Avenues and Washington Road. The closest major medical center is the Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital, about 5 miles away.Shopping centers in Wilson
Retail and restaurant options are commonly found along 52nd Street at the Sun Plaza Shopping Center, which features a Dollar General, a laundromat and a rent-to-own furniture store. Across the street is Tenuta’s Deli, a family-run business that started as a mom-and-pop corner store. Today, it’s bigger but is still an independently owned and operated Italian grocery store. Piggly Wiggly and Aldi are chain grocers that are about 3 miles away. Renzo’s Pizzeria and Trattoria is a cash-only pizza and pasta restaurant that’s been a neighborhood mainstay for over 30 years.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tonya Thomsen
Tonya Thomsen
Modern Realty Partners LLC
(262) 592-5516
396 Total Sales
1 in Wilson
$150,000 Price
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Kristin Stahulak
Kristin Stahulak
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams-MNS Wauwatosa
(262) 475-0901
196 Total Sales
1 in Wilson
$265,000 Price
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Mini Samuel
Mini Samuel
NextHome Refined
(262) 300-7095
101 Total Sales
1 in Wilson
$187,500 Price
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Jamie Hering
Jamie Hering
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(224) 427-6271
817 Total Sales
1 in Wilson
$284,900 Price
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Leah Thorp
Leah Thorp
Responds Quickly(262) 686-4767
153 Total Sales
1 in Wilson
$350,000 Price
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Felicia Pavlica
Felicia Pavlica
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX ELITE
(262) 440-2470
722 Total Sales
4 in Wilson
$200K - $450K 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
Hobbs Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Matoska Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Eichelman Park
Limpert Park
Kenosha Sports Complex
Shagbark Recreation Area
Davis Park
Kenosha Sand Dunes
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Wilson | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wilson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wilson, Kenosha sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilson, Kenosha over the last 12 months is $220,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$220,000
Median Sale Price
$220,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$201
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
799
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,148
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,008
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,120
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$871 - $1,932 per month
- Union Court Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 739+ Sq Ft
- 3601 40th St
- Kenosha, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,787
Median Age
34
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,476
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,573
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
% Population in Labor Force
75.6%
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®
44
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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