$343,511Average Value$240Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Alcott Park, a sleepy suburb between West Allis and Greenfield
Alcott Park is on the far south side of Milwaukee, sandwiched between the bedroom communities of West Allis and Greenfield. Long blocks of ranch-style homes are a short walk from a park that shares the neighborhood’s name, where families hit the playground and splash pad or catch an Independence Day fireworks display. The quiet atmosphere of Alcott Park is within 10 minutes of suburban conveniences, from strip malls and indoor shopping centers to the Powerline Trail. Interstates 41 and 43 intersect nearby, making it easy to leave Alcott Park for commuter destinations across the greater Milwaukee area.
Flowers decorating the streets in Alcott Park.
A brick Tudor Revival in the Alcott Park neighborhood.
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Nostalgic ranch-style homes on Milwaukee's south side
Long residential blocks stretch between Morgan and Howard avenues, lined by shady trees, sidewalks and a mix of single-family homes. Most are ranch-style houses built in the mid-1900s, but buyers can also look for bungalows, Cape Cods and a handful of newer Colonial Revivals. “The houses here have a sort of nostalgia about them,” says Lothair Lambrecht, an agent with Realty Executives Integrity who has several years of experience selling on Milwaukee's south side. “They remind people of the type of homes they grew up in.” Prices typically range from the upper $200,000s to the lower $400,000s. Alcott Park has a median single-family home price in the lower $300,000s, which is higher than nearby Morgan Heights, but lower than Greenfield. It’s on par with West View and Euclid Park.
Aerial view of the Alcott Park neighborhood.
Ranch-style homes line the sidewalks in the Alcott Park neighborhood.
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This is the entrance of Alcott Elementary School.
Walking distance from the local Milwaukee Public elementary
Alcott Park is part of Milwaukee Public Schools, a district that allows kids to attend assigned schools or apply to the city’s other specialty and charter options. Alcott Elementary School is next to Alcott Park, making it a walkable option for the neighborhood’s prekindergarten through eighth grade students.
Get anywhere in 20 minutes from Alcott Park, including downtown Milwaukee.
Commuter access to interstates and Milwaukee’s buses
Interstates 41 and 43 intersect just south of Alcott Park, giving commuters access to Milwaukee and its surrounding suburbs. You’re nearly 15 miles from East Town, which can be a 15 to 45-minute drive depending on traffic. The Milwaukee County Transit System operates limited bus service on Alcott Park’s outskirts, but most people rely on cars to get around the city.
Getting out at Alcott Park and on the Powerline Trail
The neighborhood’s namesake park is a roughly 16-acre green space connected by a looping walking path. “It's quiet and off the beaten path, but it's a huge park,” says former Milwaukee Alderman Mark Borkowski. “And residents don't have to drive to get there.” Tennis courts, a playground and a summer splash pad draw locals throughout the year. On the Fourth of July, Alcott Park buzzes with family-friendly activities all day, including a morning parade, free hot dog and ice cream giveaways, games, and an evening fireworks display. The Powerline Trail is just south of the neighborhood, connecting cyclists and runners to the county-wide Oak Leaf Trail system.
A sign welcomes you to Alcott Park.
There is a large playground at Alcott Park.
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Nearby dining and shopping around Alcott Park
Locals enjoy elevated pub grub and Friday fish fry meals at The Slow Buffalo on 92nd Street, but leave Alcott Park for most shopping and dining. You’re within about 10 minutes of many more commercial hubs in neighboring Greenfield, Greendale and West Allis, offering dozens of chain restaurants and specialty retailers. Some nearby spots are:
Southridge Mall, a large indoor mall with department stores, a movie theater and an arcade
West Allis Center, a strip mall anchored by Pick ‘n Save and Kohl’s
84 South, a shopping plaza where you can pick up groceries at Fresh Thyme Market
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Alcott Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Alcott Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Alcott Park, Milwaukee sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Alcott Park, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $325,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$319,900
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$240
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes
473
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1966
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,370
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,429
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,178
Median Age
40
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,199
Below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$93,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
30.9%
Advanced Degrees
7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74%
Above the national average
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Fairly bikeable
Bikeability®
50/ 100
Fairly walkable
Walkability®
50/ 100
Limited public transit
Transit®
20/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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