Capitol Heights
Tudors, bungalows and Cape Cods fill this historic neighborhood
Capitol Heights comprises dozens of dense, gridded blocks and a large commercial section on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side. More than 5,500 people live in its many early-to-mid-20th century homes, most of which back up to rear alleys with detached garages, sheds and extra parking spaces. House designs here include many unique spins on the Tudor architectural tradition, some with the classic brick-and-stone facades, others with vinyl siding and dormers. Simple ranch-style and Cape Cod homes with linear floor plans are also common here, while midcentury Colonials and older bungalows appear occasionally. Price tags peak around the mid-$200,000s, which will get you a nicely remodeled, three-bedroom, roughly 1,400-square-foot home. However, a similarly sized home that’s move-in-ready despite having fewer touchups can cost as little as $150,000.a career-focused high school and an environmental charter school
Milwaukee Marshall High School anchors the neighborhood, its central location within convenient walking distance of many of its 860-plus students. Marshall Eagles can enroll in dual enrollment courses via four NAF career pathways, potentially earning college credit in subjects from health sciences to graphic design. The charter school Milwaukee Environmental Sciences Academy is also conveniently located, teaching kindergarten through eighth grade students to be responsible stewards of the world around them. And while downtown isn’t exactly within blocks of Capitol Heights, it’s hardly an inconvenient commute for workers, as Fond du Lac Avenue will get you there in roughly 15 minutes.From disc golf to chair yoga, recreation options are plentiful
Sidewalks line all residential streets in Capitol Heights, making it easy for residents (particularly in the southern part of the neighborhood) to cross Capitol Drive to Dineen Park. At 64 acres, this is one of the largest multipurpose green spaces in the far Northwest Side. Virtually every kind of outdoorsperson can find a way to kill the time here, whether it’s with a stroll around the pond, a pickup game of basketball, baseball or tennis, or some goof-around time on the splash pad. Particularly noteworthy is the 18-hole disc golf course, the only one in the county parks system that’s open all year. Meanwhile, residents living in the more northern sections of Capitol Heights are closer to the 10-acre Indigenous Peoples’ Park, which features three Little League diamonds and a splash pad of its own. And if you’d rather get active in an indoor setting, the Capitol Branch of the Milwaukee Public Library hosts chair yoga classes most Wednesdays.Local favorites and national chains line Capitol Drive
Feeling like a sweet treat after yoga class? Head just a few blocks east to Kitt’s Frozen Custard. This Milwaukee staple has served cones, shakes, sundaes and more beneath its signature neon sign for over 70 years. “They’re known for their custard because it’s actually real — not just fake ice cream. And the burgers are to die for,” says realtor Jessica Johnson. A bit further down Capitol Drive, Dale’s of Milwaukee also offers classic American menu items in addition to a full bar. (But let’s be real: Patrons really come here for the sheer shock of how many paintings and photos of clowns adorn the walls. Coulrophobes beware.) And just a few more blocks down Capitol is Midtown Center, a large shopping area where you can dig into meals from big-name eateries, grab groceries from Pick N Save and pop into a collection of jewelry, beauty, clothing and shoe stores.
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John Battiston
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian Patt
Brian Patt
Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore
(262) 440-9116
45 Total Sales
2 in Capitol Heights
$90K - $152K Price Range
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LeKeisha Roberts
LeKeisha Roberts
Realty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
(414) 677-7732
50 Total Sales
1 in Capitol Heights
$145,000 Price
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Susan Fellows
Susan Fellows
The Real Estate Edge, LLC
(262) 361-1586
53 Total Sales
1 in Capitol Heights
$184,900 Price
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Dionne M Barnes
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Dionne M Barnes
Responds QuicklyRealty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
43 Total Sales
2 in Capitol Heights
$118K - $194K Price Range
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Ruth Robertson
Ruth Robertson
Responds QuicklyM3 Realty
(414) 240-4398
70 Total Sales
1 in Capitol Heights
$185,000 Price
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Heather Boyd
HB
Heather Boyd
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 Affiliated - Delafield
(920) 666-6842
159 Total Sales
1 in Capitol Heights
$147,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Nash Park
Harriet Tubman Park
Lindsay Park
Dineen Park
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
Indigenous Peoples’ Park
Heritage Green
- Bike Trails
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Capitol Heights | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Capitol Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Capitol Heights, Milwaukee sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Capitol Heights, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $265,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$465,945
Median Sale Price
$265,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$493,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$439,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$193
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,605
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
16.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,187
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,234
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
980
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
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
4,868
Median Age
38
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,100
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,623
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.7%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
64
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
50
/ 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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