$160,657Average Value$150Average Price per Sq Ft6Homes For Sale
A modest suburb with access to conveniences
Grantosa is a quiet Milwaukee suburb that attracts first-time homebuyers for its retail conveniences and home prices. “It is very affordable. There are a lot of great mid-century homes, which are very popular right now,” says Realtor Ruth Robertson, who sells houses in the neighborhood with M3 Realty. “There are a lot of shops and restaurants within about five minutes, which makes it a desirable location.” Residents enjoy the properties for their spacious backyards, which are ideal for cookouts. In the evenings, folks often stroll the sidewalks while their kids bike on the streets, which have very little through traffic. Most residents are renters.
Cape Cods and Colonials line the streets of Grantosa.
Town Houses offer more housing options in Grantosa.
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Mid-century homes for less than $300,000
“Home prices have increased at about the same rate as the national average,” Robertson says. Homebuyers can purchase a one-bedroom 1970s brick condo for $80,000 or a two-bedroom 1980s brick condo for $130,000. Three-bedroom 1950s ranch-style houses sell for between $220,000 and $320,000. Assessors value a 1950s three-bedroom brick bungalow at around $170,000. Three-bedroom 1960s brick-and-wood-exterior bi-level homes sell for between $260,000 and $290,000. “Often with these houses, there are family rooms beneath ground level, which gives the homes additional space,” Robertson says.
Ranch-style homes can be seen throughout Grantosa.
A Ranch-style home in Grantosa.
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Outdoor spaces for athletics and relaxation
Less than a mile north, folks play sand volleyball, tennis, soccer and softball and take their kids to the splash pad at Madison Park. Locals walk and jog at the 55-acre Menomonee River Parkway, which has a softball diamond, soccer fields, asphalt trails and river access. Currie Dog Park offers a 1.5-acre space for small dogs and a 10-acre space for large dogs.
Folks play disc golf at Madison Park.
People walking at Madison Park.
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The area's public and private schools
Many children attend Madison Elementary School, which has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a B Niche rating. Students at the Milwaukee School of Languages are 10% proficient in math and 26% proficient in reading. The school serves grades 6 through 12 and offers immersion programs in German, French and Spanish. It has a B-minus Niche rating. Some teens travel just over 3 miles east to attend Marshall High School, which has a 66% graduation rate and a C-minus Niche rating. Some teens walk to Milwaukee Lutheran High School, located within the community. The private school has a 96% graduation rate and a B-minus Niche rating.
Milwaukee Lutheran High School
Milwaukee Lutheran H.S. is a four-year, Christian H.S. serving over 800 students in Grantosa.
Divine Savior Holy Angels H.S. is a Catholic, college preparatory high school in Grantosa.
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Professional sports and other activities
When residents need to blow out their frustrations with a baseball bat and some cheap lamps, they visit the Smash Zone, just south of Capitol Drive. Many of the community’s weddings, christening celebrations, fundraisers and art exhibits are held at the James W. Pihos Cultural Center on West Congress Street. Folks take Interstate 41 about 13 miles southeast to watch the Bucks play at the Fiserv Forum. They take Interstate 41 about 9 miles southeast to watch the Brewers play at American Family Field. When residents feel lucky, they visit the Potawatomi Casino Hotel, about 11 ½ miles southeast of Grantosa.
American Family Field is home to the Brewers and just a short drive from Grantosa.
Check out the Bucks or Marquette University teams at FiServ Forum, a short drive from Grantosa.
Potawatomi Casino is just a short drive from Grantosa.
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Getting around Milwaukee
Downtown Milwaukee is 13 miles southeast via Interstate 41 and Interstate 94. Folks catch the public bus on West Capitol Drive. For longer trips, people drive 20 miles southeast to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport via Interstate 41. Private pilots use Lawrence J. Timmerman Airport, about 2 miles north of Grantosa. The streets are lined with sidewalks wide enough for residents to walk side by side.
Timmerman Airport is just north of Grantosa.
Grantosa is served by Milwuakee County Transit.
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Department store shopping and local dining
Residents walk to eat Greek dishes at King Gyros on West Capitol Drive. About 2 miles to the northeast, Ya Ya China serves hot plates of lo mein and sesame chicken. On North 104th Street, Smith’s Kings and Queens Organics sells freshly squeezed juice blends, organic fruit smoothies, and vegan salads. Locals pick out seasonally decorated treats at Live. Love. Bake Cookies by Sallie. Residents travel 1 ½ miles west to visit stores like Ross, Burlington, Target, Petco and Goodwill. The area also includes franchises like Chick-fil-A, Burger King, McDonald’s and Starbucks. A Whole Foods Market is 1 ½ miles southwest of Grantosa.
Target is only a short drive away from Grantosa.
King Gyros' signature Gyro Supreme.
There are many large retailers within minutes of Grantosa.
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Parks in this Area
Kops Park
Hartung Park
Lindsay Park
Madison Park
Webster Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
29 min drive
Bus
Capitol & N96
Bus
Capitol & Mayfair
Bus
Capitol & Grantosa
Bus
N92 & Capitol
Bus
Capitol & N100
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Grantosa
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Grantosa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grantosa, Milwaukee sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Grantosa, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $210,000, up 75% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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This inviting 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a blend of solid craftsmanship and comfort in a peaceful neighborhood setting. Step into a well-designed layout featuring generous living areas and thoughtful finishes. The finished basement adds flexibilityideal for a rec room, home office, or guest space. Enjoy outdoor relaxation in the spacious backyard, perfect for gardening or entertaining. Nearby,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,675
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$51,667
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,322
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.9%
College Graduates
21.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.7%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
46/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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