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Grasslyn Manor has a walkable vibe and a strong sense of community
There are few simpler pleasures than the ability to lace up your shoes, stroll a block or two down the sidewalk and visit the neighborhood coffee shop, where your friends have already saved you a seat. Small perks like this make Grasslyn Manor such a homey Milwaukee neighborhood (not to mention its proximity to public schools).
Most homes were built before or around World War II
Dense residential blocks comprise most of Grasslyn Manor, its 4,600-plus residents mainly living in homes built before or around World War II. Tudor is the dominant style here, with dozens of homes featuring prominent chimneys and tasteful mixes of worn brick and stone masonry. Similar materials appear on a handful of Colonials and Cape Cods around the neighborhood, while others include vinyl, wood or aluminum siding. Many lots back up to rear alleys with detached garages, but with well-shaded sidewalks flanking virtually every street, you won’t need to fire up the car too often. While home values average in the mid-$100,000s here, you might find a Cape Cod under 800 square feet for less than $90,000. Pricier homes can reach the $315,000 mark, which might land you an impeccably maintained three-bedroom Tudor with 2,200-plus square feet.
Local spots include a boho café and a laid-back Jamaican eatery
A block or two from many residents is Sherman Perk Coffee Shop, one of Grasslyn Manor’s most recognizable landmarks. Its Art Deco trappings once housed a gas station built in 1939, which sat abandoned for over a decade before owners Bob and Patrice Olin saved it from demolition. It’s been the neighborhood’s favorite java stop ever since, welcoming patrons to enjoy its casual, bohemian-living-room vibe. “It’s a safe gathering place where people can come and have locally sourced products — coffee, tea and bakery. We also feature local artists and musicians here on a very regular basis,” says Bob Olin. Because of the unique architecture, he adds, “We’ve had a number of independent movies that have been shot here.” Several other locally owned restaurants pop up around the neighborhood, including Uppa Yard, an easygoing Jamaican joint offering dishes including jerk, curry and brown stew chicken, as well as full bar service.
A STEAM high school and a Jewish elementary school are nearby
Two schools for kindergarten through eighth grade (one public, one private) operate in Grasslyn Manor, less than a 20-minute walk or five-minute bike ride for most residents. Fifty-Third Street School is part of Milwaukee Public Schools and offers creatively enriching classes and extracurriculars, from Lego robotics to African drumming. Across the street is Yeshiva Elementary School, a Jewish institution that’s served the neighborhood for over 30 years and has a four-star rating from the state department of public instruction. Meanwhile, ninth through 12th graders need only venture a few blocks from the neighborhood to attend Marshall High School’s STEAM-focused career program.
Residents enjoy gardening, local produce and outdoor fun
While Fifty-Third Street School’s classrooms are for kids and preteens, residents of all ages can visit the 53rd Street Community Garden on the school’s grounds. This neighborhood common area is impossible to miss (a kaleidoscopically painted picket fence guards it) and is a great spot to grow your green thumb. Speaking of local produce, from November through April, Grasslyn Manor is home to the Milwaukee Winter Farmers Market, where local vendors sell fruit, vegetables, dairy and other products in a comfortable indoor setting. And during the warmer months, you can take your family and community gatherings a few blocks west to Dineen Park, which covers 64 acres and includes extensive walking paths, a scenic pond and various sports facilities.
Capitol Drive and Fond du Lac Avenue connect the neighborhood
When shopping needs arise, the Midtown Center shopping area sits across Capitol Drive to the north and features a Pick n Save grocery store, banks, department stores and more. And if you prefer to run errands in the city, Fond du Lac Avenue runs alongside Grasslyn Manor and offers less than a 15-minute drive to downtown Milwaukee.
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Parks in this Area
Harriet Tubman Park
Enderis Park
Sherman Park
Marcus DeBack Playground
Dineen Park
Basketball
Disc Golf
Picnic Area
Center Street Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
24 min drive
Bus
N60 & Townsend
Bus
N60 & Burleigh
Bus
Capitol & N52
Bus
Fond Du Lac & Roosevelt
Grasslyn Manor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grasslyn Manor, Milwaukee sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Grasslyn Manor, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $473,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,636
Median Age
39
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,291
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,865
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.1%
College Graduates
18.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.8%
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®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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