Borchert Field is a historic neighborhood on Milwaukee's near west side, named after the former ballpark that once stood at its heart. Today, homebuyers are drawn to its early 20th-century homes and classic Milwaukee duplexes. Residents also enjoy easy access to downtown, nearby parks and retail hubs.
Borchert Field is a dense neighborhood where two-family duplexes and single-family bungalows make up most of the housing. Homes date to the early 1900s and often feature natural woodwork and covered front porches. The median sale price is around $90,000, with prices generally ranging from the lower $20,000s to the upper $100,000s. This puts the community in the same price range as Amani, but below Harambee, Arlington Heights and Franklin Heights. A good portion of the listings are City of Milwaukee tax foreclosure properties sold as-is, requiring buyers to complete essential repairs within a set timeframe as a condition of purchase.
At the corner of 9th and Ring, We Got This Community Garden has transformed a vacant lot into productive growing space. What started as a cleanup effort now includes garden beds producing fresh vegetables like tomatoes and zucchini for the neighborhood. Every Saturday morning during summer, volunteers tend to the plants and help keep the area tidy. For outdoor recreation, Franklin Square Playfield recently underwent a complete renovation. The updated space includes a splash pad, new basketball courts and an obstacle course.
Interstate 43 runs along the eastern edge of Borchert Field, providing a direct route to downtown Milwaukee, less than 5 miles away. The Milwaukee County Transit System operates multiple bus routes through the area, with stops on West Burleigh Street and West Teutonia Avenue.
Borchert Field is part of Milwaukee Public Schools, which operates on a choice-based enrollment system allowing students to apply to schools across the city. Robert M. LaFollette School is located within the neighborhood and serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Locals in Borchert Field usually handle everyday shopping along Fond du Lac Avenue, where you’ll find small grocers and convenience stores. For bigger trips, they often head to nearby retail areas like Midtown Center or Capitol Drive for national chains and larger supermarkets.
Dining stays fairly local, with a few neighborhood spots and more options spreading out into nearby areas. Residents tend to mix quick nearby picks with a handful of well-known Milwaukee restaurants just a short drive away:
LeKeisha Roberts
Realty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
(414) 677-7732
70 Total Sales
2 in Borchert Field
$78K - $165K Price Range
Melissa Walker
Realty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
(414) 667-7863
45 Total Sales
1 in Borchert Field
$70,000 Price
William Loos
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Metro Realty
(262) 500-4435
22 Total Sales
1 in Borchert Field
$55,000 Price
Robert Arnold
Realty Executives Integrity~Cedarburg
(414) 501-7893
71 Total Sales
2 in Borchert Field
$55K - $185K Price Range
Tim Norland
Century 21 Affiliated
(608) 292-6742
119 Total Sales
3 in Borchert Field
$24K - $97K Price Range
Lorie Wertheimer
Coldwell Banker Realty
(414) 240-0713
72 Total Sales
1 in Borchert Field
$21,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Borchert Field | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 9 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Borchert Field, Milwaukee sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Borchert Field, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $90,000, up 67% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$140,950
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Median Sale Price
$90,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$90,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$164,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$107,500
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Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
15
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
67%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$76
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Number of Homes
820
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Number of Homes for Sale
5
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Median Year Built
1912
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Months of Supply
4.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,325
Significantly below the national average
1,933
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,083
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
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Number of Homes for Rent
4
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Median Rent
$822
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Median Condo Rent
$823
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Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$795
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Total Population
3,461
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Median Age
34
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Population Density
13 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
31.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$25,819
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$37,070
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High School Graduates
79.8%
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College Graduates
8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
4.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
53.6%
Below the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
32''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
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Annual Snowfall
38''
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