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Old and new meet in this Milwaukee community
About a mile and a half southwest of downtown Milwaukee is Historic Mitchell Street, a densely populated neighborhood that offers glimpses of the city’s history: St. Stanislaus Oratory, America’s first Polish church; the old Schuster’s department store building, now a growing indoor mall and apartment complex; and the long-vacant Modjeska Theater. But there are signs of the neighborhood’s evolution; what was once a community comprised mainly of Polish immigrants is now a melting pot. “I think people don’t realize how diverse it is,” says Chanell Royston, a real estate agent with Mahler Sotheby's International Realty and Milwaukee native who sells throughout the city. “I think it’s one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in the city.” Historic Mitchell Street’s location is also a draw. “The proximity to the highway is big because a lot of residents use to take to go to work in the suburbs. Plus, you have access to downtown and the lake,” Royston says.
Historic Mitchell Street is a vibrant juxtaposition of old and new.
Historic Mitchell Street is a close-knit neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI.
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Diverse cuisines available along Historic Mitchell Street
Dining in the neighborhood reflects the diversity of its residents. Anmol is a neighborhood favorite that serves Pakistani and Indian dishes like chicken makhani. Shopping is limited within the neighborhood, but there are a few locally owned stores along West Historic Mitchell Street where residents can pick up clothing and sporting goods. Dollar Tree is also along West Historic Mitchell Street, and El Rey FoodMart is about a block south, offering meat, produce and various favorite Mexican brands. Nearby, in West Milwaukee, locals head towards Miller Park Way to pick up groceries and essentials at Target and Walmart.
Try Anmol Restaurant on Historic Mitchell Street for authentic Pakistani food.
El Rey, on Mitchell Street, is one of the best grocery stores in the city.
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Nearby Kosciuszko Park keeps residents active
Nearby Kosciuszko Park offers green space for play or exercise, and a community center where members can use the fitness center, weight room and boxing ring. Historic Mitchell Street is also home to the largest branch of the Milwaukee Public Library system, where visitors dig through the shelves for their next read or utilize its public maker space, which includes a recording studio with microphones, VR headsets and a green screen. For some retro fun, residents head to Koz’s Mini Bowl, which has served up family-friendly duckpin bowling for over 40 years.
Kosciuszko Park is the heart and soul of the Mitchell Street neighborhood.
Don't forget your fishing pole if you are going to the Mitchell Street neighborhood.
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Bungalows and Tudors are standard
Historic Mitchell Street’s earliest residents hung their hats in simple, wood-framed duplexes, many of which still stand today. More complex designs from the turn of the 20th century also stand over the gridded, tree-dotted streets. These include bungalows, some in the classic Milwaukee style; brick Tudors, from quaint cottages to larger, more complex constructions; and some Victorian designs. Front lawns are small but manicured. Mature trees dot the streets. Sidewalks are abundant throughout the neighborhood, allowing residents to walk to schools, parks, shops and restaurants. Prices range from $75,000 for fixer-uppers to $200,000 for three- or four-bedroom homes with full renovations. The neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10, a few points higher than the national average of 4. In July 2023, the Milwaukee Police Department launched Operation Summer Guardian, which increased police presence in 27 neighborhoods, including Historic Mitchell Street.
A perfect Tudor home stands proudly in the Mitchell Street neighborhood.
Iconic residential architecture can be found throughout Historic Mitchell Street, WI.
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Many schools serve the neighborhood
Within the neighborhood is Hayes Bilingual School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade and has a C-minus on Niche, and South Division High School, which serves ninth through 12th grade and has a C on Niche. South Division High serves about 840 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. It enables students to engage in apprenticeships for real-world work experience or receive advanced STEM training at its Academy of Health Sciences. Families interested in private schools can consider St. Martini Lutheran School and the Catholic St. Anthony School of Milwaukee, both of which have served the neighborhood since the late 1800s.
Hayes Bilingual School is near the southern boundary.
Older students can attend South Division High School.
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Residents take I-94 and MCTS buses to get around
Interstate 94 runs along the neighborhood’s east side, connecting commuters to the rest of the city. The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus line has stops scattered throughout the neighborhood, especially along West Historic Mitchell Street, for those taking public transportation. The Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is about 6 miles south of the neighborhood and offers flights nationwide.
Hop on I-94 from the Mitchell Street neighborhood and be downtown in minutes.
Take the bus from Mitchell Street to anywhere in the city.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Historic Mitchell Street
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Historic Mitchell Street Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Historic Mitchell Street, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $173,500, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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