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Fairview

Fairview

Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee County 53219

Neighborhood Reviews
4.2
$245,297 Average Value
$220 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale

Finally home in Fairview

Though it packs over 3,500 residents into less than a square mile, Fairview isn’t just for Milwaukeeans seeking dense suburban life. Residents of this Southwest Side neighborhood have easy access to a well-reputed public school and some of the region’s most coveted outdoor attractions, including McCarty Park to the west. “That McCarty Park area is very highly desired,” says local real estate agent Beth Jaworski. “So, if you can’t find a house near there, Fairview is a nice, close alternative. The proximity to parks and the elementary school is very nice.” Fairview’s tree-speckled streets are largely gridded on its outer edges, then start winding and ending in cul-de-sacs in the southeast part of the neighborhood. Regardless of where one chooses to live in the community, they’ll have convenient sidewalk access that makes it easy to safely walk or bike to class, to the park or to a friend’s house to watch the Packers play.
A view of the Kinnickinnic River Parkway and the Fairview neighborhood.
A view of the Kinnickinnic River Parkway and the Fairview neighborhood.
A stunning and unique bungalow in Fairview.
A stunning and unique bungalow in Fairview.
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Suburban streetscapes

Most homes are relics of the post-World War II housing boom, meaning ranch-style, national-style and Cape Cod designs are most common. Bungalows of various styles — some with large, covered porches, others with smaller stoops and jerkinhead roofs — also dot the area. Price tags max out around $300,000, which will likely be enough for a well-maintained or renovated home with a floor plan of around 2,000 square feet. However, buyers can pay as little as $150,000 for a smaller home that might need some renovations.
A jogger running through the Kinnickinnic River Parkway and oak Leaf Trail in Fairview.
A jogger running through the Kinnickinnic River Parkway and oak Leaf Trail in Fairview.
A lovely row of homes in the Fairview neighborhood.
A lovely row of homes in the Fairview neighborhood.
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Cream City recreation

The spacious Fairview Playfield sits adjacent to the school, its two baseball diamonds a great spot for friends to bond over a pickup game or a round of batting practice. Visitors can also spread out on the grassy outfields with a picnic or a book if the baseball fields aren’t in use. A few blocks west, the 4-acre Arnold Klentz Park has two softball fields of its own along with a playground and basketball court, both shaded beneath clusters of ash and maple trees. Runners and bikers also enjoy access to the 15-mile Kinnickinnic Line of the Oak Leaf Trail, leading to McCarty Park in one direction and Jackson Park in the other.
Fairview residents enjoy the basketball court at Fairview Playground.
Fairview residents enjoy the basketball court at Fairview Playground.
Playing ball at Arnold Klentz Park in the  Fairview neighborhood.
Playing ball at Arnold Klentz Park in the Fairview neighborhood.
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Walkable schools

One Milwaukee Public Schools location, Fairview School, operates in the neighborhood. This school of about 600 K-8 students boasts a four-star rating from the Wisconsin Department of Education, and is particularly proud of its arts department. Students have access to a range of tools to help them realize their artistic visions, including a pottery wheel. The school receives a C grade from Niche. Even outside school hours, Fairview School is focused on creating a community among its students and families through frequent events, including bingo nights, movie nights and open houses. Hamilton High School serves most older students in the area and earns a C grade from Niche.
The entry of Hamilton High school in the Root Creek neighborhood.
The entry of Hamilton High school in the Root Creek neighborhood.
An aerial view of Fairview School with downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
An aerial view of Fairview School with downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
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Convenient travel

Oklahoma Avenue runs adjacent to Fairview, taking drivers straight to the edge of Lake Michigan in the east and West Allis in the west. If any Fairview residents want to spend some time in the bustling, urban atmosphere of downtown Milwaukee, they can get there in around an 8-mile drive.
An aerial view of the Fairview neighborhood and downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
An aerial view of the Fairview neighborhood and downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
An aerial view of Fairview School with downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
An aerial view of Fairview School with downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
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Fairview foods and finds

While big-brand shopping and dining aren’t too far outside the neighborhood, Fairview itself is proudly home to a handful of locally owned businesses. In the northwest quadrant is Tarantino’s Pizzeria, a long-running joint serving classic Italian fare until 1 a.m. daily. “I can’t even think of how long they’ve been there, but it’s been 20 or 30 years,” Jaworski says. “It’s the local neighborhood gem.” Just a mile up the road, West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe is another institution that has a long and storied history serving up premium locally sourced foods. Residents only need to venture a few blocks west or east to get their weekly shopping done at the nearby Save A Lot or Aldi grocery stores.
Fairview residents can grab a pizza from the Famous Tarantino's restaurant.
Fairview residents can grab a pizza from the Famous Tarantino's restaurant.
McCarty Park Sports Pub & Grill sits on the south edge of Fairview
McCarty Park Sports Pub & Grill sits on the south edge of Fairview
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

18 min drive

Bus

Oklahoma & S60

Bus

Oklahoma & S68

Bus

S60 & Oklahoma

Bus

Oklahoma & S72

Bus

Oklahoma & W6350

Bus

S60 & Cleveland

Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 3 Reviews
4.0 Current Resident
5/26/2020 Niche Review
Overall safe and quiet. Car break in's seem to be on the rise but that is all over. Kid friendly and generally neighbors are nice.
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Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Fairview Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$249,950
Median Sale Price
$251,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$253,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$274,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$220

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,391
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,091
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,862
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662

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    • 811 Sq Ft
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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,673
Median Age
39
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,703
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,335

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.7%
College Graduates
17.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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