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Capitol Heights

Capitol Heights

$206,487 Average Value
$144 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Capitol Heights is a hub of midcentury homes and commerce in Milwaukee

Capitol Heights takes its name from Capitol Drive, which borders this part of Milwaukee's northwest side. Here, quiet residential streets connect to active commercial corridors, home to established business districts and buzzy redevelopment sites. Down the block, kids can walk to the local Milwaukee public high school, and there are several large county parks about 5 minutes away. The commute into Milwaukee’s city center is straightforward, whether you’re catching the bus or joining the traffic on Fond du Lac Avenue.

Colorful rows of homes line the streets of Capitol Heights.
Colorful rows of homes line the streets of Capitol Heights.
Dineen Park has a playground where kids can play near Capitol Heights.
Dineen Park has a playground where kids can play near Capitol Heights.
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Prices for midcentury single-family homes and duplexes

Brick ranch-style homes and Cape Cods from the mid-1900s line many of Capitol Heights’ streets. Homebuyers can also find older bungalows and colonials. Some houses have seen updates over the years, but the older housing stock also means you can find opportunities for sweat equity in the area. A handful of duplexes are mixed in among the single-family homes, and they are especially popular with investors.


Move-in-ready single-family homes sell from the lower $100,000s to the lower $300,000s, and fixer-uppers can go for under $70,000. Duplexes range from the mid-$100,000s to the upper $200,000s. Capitol Heights has a median single-family home price in the upper $100,000s. That’s lower than nearby Columbus Park, Arlington Gardens and Grasslyn Manor. It’s higher than nearby Lincoln Creek, but on par with Long View and Dineen Park.

Ranch-style homes can be seen throughout Capitol Heights.
Ranch-style homes can be seen throughout Capitol Heights.
Bungalows can be seen throughout Capitol Heights.
Bungalows can be seen throughout Capitol Heights.
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Milwaukee Marshall High School is in Capitol Heights.
Milwaukee Marshall High School is in Capitol Heights.

Walking distance from Milwaukee Marshall High School

Capitol Heights is part of Milwaukee Public Schools, a district that allows students to attend nearby neighborhood schools or apply to specialty options across the city. Milwaukee Marshall High School is in the middle of the neighborhood, making it walkable for many families. The school has several specialized academic academies, allowing kids to receive career education and apprenticeships in fields such as engineering and health sciences.

Fond du Lac Avenue, Capitol Drive and Midtown Center shopping

Fond du Lac Avenue and Capitol Drive border Capitol Heights, and they have national-chain grocery stores and beloved local eateries, including those at the Midtown Center commercial plaza. “It’s a nice, bustling side of town,” says LaShon Stevens, a Realtor with Realty One Group Boardwalk who’s served southeastern Wisconsin for 7 years. “There’s a lot of talk about the redevelopment of the Midtown Center.” Some places locals already love include:

  • Kitt's Frozen Custard, a favorite since 1950 for frozen custard and jumbo butter burgers
  • Fiyahside Jamaican Cuisine, a restaurant offering Jamaican staples and fusion items
  • Laughing Crab, a Cajun-style spot serving seafood boils seasoned to order
  • Pick ‘n Save, a popular supermarket for pantry staples
  • ALDI, a grocery store with budget-friendly prices on everyday items

Kitt's Frozen Custard is an old-fashioned custard and burger diner in Capitol Heights.
Kitt's Frozen Custard is an old-fashioned custard and burger diner in Capitol Heights.
Swing by Midtown Center just minutes away from Capitol Heights.
Swing by Midtown Center just minutes away from Capitol Heights.
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Capitol Heights residents are connected by roads, buses and bikes

You might walk along sidewalks or bike in designated lanes to get around Capitol Heights, but commuters drive or catch Milwaukee County Transit System buses to hubs across the city. “You’ve got quick access to the highway, which will get you anywhere else you’re trying to go,” Stevens says. The neighborhood is about 7 miles from East Town. That drive can take 15 to 30 minutes starting down Fond du Lac Avenue, depending on traffic.

Destination parks on the northwest side

Although Capitol Heights doesn’t have its own county park or playfield, the neighborhood is within a mile or two of several recreation hubs on the northwest side. About 5 minutes from home, you’ll find:

  • Dineen Park, a green space with a fishing lagoon, a splash pad and athletic courts
  • Indigenous Peoples' Park, a place where kids enjoy the playground and baseball diamonds
  • McGovern Park, offering walking paths around a peaceful pond and picnic pavilions

Capitol Heights residents can shoot some hoops on the basketball courts at Dineen Park.
Capitol Heights residents can shoot some hoops on the basketball courts at Dineen Park.
Dineen Park has a well-maintained disc golf course for Capitol Heights residents to enjoy.
Dineen Park has a well-maintained disc golf course for Capitol Heights residents to enjoy.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

27 min drive

Bus

Appleton & N76

Bus

Capitol & N60

Bus

Congress & Fond Du Lac

Bus

Congress & Medford

Bus

Congress & N64

Bus

Congress & N68

Bus

Congress & N72

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Capitol Heights US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,583
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
1.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,207
Significantly below the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,229
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$1,675
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,700
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$1,547
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,650
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,650

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
$79,597
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

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

50 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

60 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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