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"A little bit less hustle and bustle"
Clock Tower Acres is a harborside Milwaukee neighborhood less than 1 mile west of Lake Michigan and less than 2 miles south of downtown. “It’s one of those kinds of neighborhoods where you get all the benefits of being close to downtown Milwaukee, but it’s a little bit less hustle and bustle,” says Buyer and Listing Specialist Jason Stelling of Keller Williams Prestige. “It’s a tiny area, but it’s a happening area,” adds Realtor Alex Chou of Keller Williams Milwaukee. It’s home to about 1,200 residents and gets its name from the Allen-Bradley Clock Tower to the north. One of the world’s largest four-faced clocks, it’s stood since 1962 and is part of the current Rockwell Automation building. Locals can spot it from several points in the neighborhood, especially along Second Street. “A lot of people who work for Rockwell Automation live in the neighborhood,” Stelling says.
Take a walk in peaceful Koscuiszko Park near Clock Tower Acres.
Relax with a book at the Milwaukee Public Library in Clock Tower Acres.
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Divey bars, live jazz and more
Several locally owned eateries and bars operate in the neighborhood, ranging from divey, neon-lit watering holes to classy waterside experiences. The Dark Horse Tavern runs out of one of the neighborhood’s signature duplex buildings —literally the bar next door for several residents. A few blocks south, Transfer Pizzeria Café serves a creative collection of savory pies. Its ample, rustic dining space frequently hosts live music gigs with no cover charge. Just across the Kinnickinnic, The Bridgewater Modern Grill offers waterside views and artfully plated barbecue, seafood, dessert and brunch items. Cermak Fresh Market is the closest grocery store for many residents, about two blocks northeast of the neighborhood.
Catch free, live jazz on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Transfer Pizza in Clock Tower Acres.
Grab a pint at Dark Horse Tavern in Clock Tower Acres.
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From early-1900s bungalows to rustic lofts
Many single-family homes and duplexes from the turn of the 20th century still stand in the neighborhood today. Most of these are simple, wood-framed, gable-front structures. However, facets of Craftsman design on certain facades add color and texture to the gridded, sidewalk-lined blocks. Simple bungalows also appear in the community, bearing small, covered porches and jerkinhead roofs in the Milwaukee tradition. In the southern section, Parts House Lofts features open-concept condominiums in a century-old historic building converted in 2001. These typically cost between $180,000 and $400,000, making them some of the neighborhood’s most expensive properties. Detached homes start below $60,000 for builds needing heavy facelifts; well-maintained houses peak at around $200,000. Homebuyers can also get both units of a duplex for $100,000 to $250,000.
Beautiful bungalows can be found scattered throughout Clock Tower Acres.
Parts House Lofts offers condos in a converted 1920s building.
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High risk of vehicle theft and more
Clock Tower Acres’ crime risk is relatively high, as with much of Milwaukee. CAP Index gives it an overall Crime Score of 8 out of 10, compared to 4 out of 10 for the entire United States. Motor vehicle theft is the most likely criminal activity, with a 10 out of 10 rating. The risks of homicide, robbery and burglary are also high, with each rated a 9 out of 10.
Several bilingual schools nearby
La Causa Charter School is Clock Tower Acres’ main school and has a C-minus overall from Niche. Established in 1972, this charter school serves kindergarten through eighth grade with a dual-language, two-way immersion program. Its Careers in Technology curriculum sends students to high school with a head start on in-demand STEM subjects. Application-based public schools within ½ mile include the K-5 Allen-Field School and the K-8 Hayes Bilingual School, both with C-minuses from Niche. South Division High School, about 1 mile west, has a C rating and also features an extensive bilingual program.
Hayes Bilingual Elementary is bilingual public school in Clock Tower Acres.
South Division is a public high school in Clock Tower Acres.
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A scenic trail and Little League fields
Outdoorsy locals can access the Kinnickinnic River Trail from the neighborhood. This nearly 3-mile paved path takes pedestrians and bikers alongside the local train tracks to the north and the river to the south. Less than ½ mile south, Baran Park fills 24 acres with four Little League fields, one full-sized baseball diamond and a playground.
Walk or ride to downtown from Clock Tower Acres on the KK River Trail.
Don't forget your ice cream money at Kosciuszko Park near Clock Tower Acres.
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Immediate access to I-94
Interstate 94 and Route 32 border Clock Tower Acres to the west and east, respectively. Drivers can take either roadway directly to downtown Milwaukee or access the greater region. Bus stops appear along Route 32, the centrally located Mitchell Street and Greenfield Avenue to the north.
Interstate 94 runs alongside Clock Tower Acres to the west.
Hop on the bus and be downtown in minutes from Clock Tower Acres.
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On average, homes in Clock Tower Acres, Milwaukee sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Clock Tower Acres, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $186,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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