With many large 19th-century homes refurbished and sometimes turned into hospitality businesses, Concordia has been dubbed Milwaukee's "Bed and Breakfast District." Though small, this West End neighborhood has seen its fair share of history since the 1850s and has been designated a National Historic District. "It's a mature area with houses and neighbors that have been there for some time," says Mary Edwards, a Realtor at Realty Executives Integrity with over 17 years of experience. It derives its name from Concordia College, a university that operated in the area for most of the 20th century. Today, around 2,000 Milwaukeeans call it home, with newer residents seeking to restore its historic homes to their former glory.
There are some breathtaking, Victorian homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
A lovely row of homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
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A traditional Victorian home in the Concordia neighborhood.
Victorians at lower prices than expected
Impressive Victorian houses fill Concordia's generously wooded, sidewalk-lined streets, most adhering to the Queen Anne design style. Many feature expansive, lounge-friendly front porches, dormer windows and colorful exteriors. More traditional Victorian designs also boast elaborately decorated facades. "The houses have a lot of character and details that can't be found in modern homes," Edwards says. Some more modest yet equally colorful bungalows are around the neighborhood. One may think a neighborhood with such large, ornate homes would have consistently high price tags, but Concordia abodes rarely run higher than $300,000 and have a median price of $100,000.
A short walk to respectable schools
Two public charter schools currently welcome students in Concordia. Woodlands School is within walking distance for everyone in the neighborhood. Rated a B-plus by Niche.com, this campus accommodates kindergarten through eighth grade and offers specialty classes, including French. High schoolers in the neighborhood can attend Pathways High, which provides a student-led, project-based curriculum and is rated a B. Other nearby educational options include the prestigious all-boys Marquette University High School, directly south of the neighborhood. At the same time, two Milwaukee Public Schools locations are less than five minutes by car.
Woodlands School is in the heart of the Concordia neighborhood.
The student body at Pathways High School is diverse.
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Rotating flower displays and acres of green space
Concordia is in an optimal location for anyone wanting to get the most out of the West End's outdoor spaces. Some of Milwaukee's most frequented parks are five minutes or less away, including Washington Park to the northwest. Here, locals can spread out on dozens of acres of grass, flip through a book beside the large lagoon or enjoy public concerts at the bandstand. The park also offers tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground and a splash pad. To the south of the neighborhood, the iconic Mitchell Park Domes are heaven for plant lovers, featuring tropical and desert flora and a rotating calendar of flower displays.
Pretend you are in the tropics or the desert at the Domes in the Concordia neighborhood.
Mitchell Park Dromes Push
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Fried chicken and “The Champagne of Beer”
Few restaurants, bars or nightlife spots exist within Concordia. Still, several popular options are within walking, biking or easy driving distance of the neighborhood. The well-known and easygoing Daddy's Soul Food & Grille opened nearly a decade ago as the dream project of local chef Bennie Smith, whose father also cooked for a living. Its fried chicken and catfish are always in demand, and its light-filled dining room provides a pleasant setting for catching up with old friends and neighbors. Directly west of the neighborhood is the large Miller Brewing Company campus, where residents can dive into 160-plus years of local beer history with tours and tastings. While a few small grocers and markets are around Concordia, major retail shopping is southwest of the neighborhood along Miller Park Way.
Daddy's in Concordia has be the best soul food in the city hands down.
The Miller Brewery has been the heart of Milwaukee since 1855.
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American Family Field is home to the Brewers.
Sports lovers rejoice
For locals who feel at home in the world of sports, American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, is just five minutes southwest of the neighborhood. Downtown Milwaukee is a short drive away and a hub of weekend activity. There are festivals almost every weekend, such as Germanfest and Summerfest. When there are no festivals, there are bound to be sports games and farmers' markets to keep Milwaukeeans busy.
Bordered by bus lines and a highway
Concordia is walkable and bike-friendly, so while residents may not need cars, ample parking exists along the streets of Concordia and in private detached driveways behind the homes, accessible via alleyways. A few main thoroughfares intersect and border Concordia, making commutes to downtown easy. Along these same streets are many bus stops serving greater Milwaukee.
A view of downtown Milwaukee over interstate I-94.
Hop on the bus from the Concordia neighborhood and head to downtown Milwaukee.
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Parks in this Area
Tiefenthaler Park
Merrill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
M L King Jr Recreation Center
Basketball
Football
Playground
Washington Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Norris Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Harley Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
17 min drive
Bus
Wisconsin & N32
Bus
Highland & N27
Bus
Highland & N29
Bus
Wisconsin & N29
Bus
N35 & Highland
Bus
Highland & N33
Bus
Wisconsin Ave & 35th St - Marquette High School
Concordia Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Concordia, Milwaukee sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Concordia, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $751,500.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,224
Median Age
40
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$19,572
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$33,703
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
12%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
53.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
50''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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