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Known for its Serbian ancestry
The defining characteristic of Lyons Park is the towering St. Save Serbian Orthodox Cathedral, which stands in the northeastern corner of the neighborhood. Mark Borkowski is a Milwaukee City Council Member who represents District 11, which includes Lyons Park. "It's a beautiful, European church with the steeples and everything," Borkowski says. "It adds a lot of character to that neighborhood." But this century-plus-old church isn’t just a feast for the eyes (both inside and out); it’s one of several still-standing relics of the proud Serbian culture that thrived in this small Southwest Side neighborhood for much of the 20th century. Regardless of background, today’s roughly 1,500 Lyons Park residents love coming together to enjoy neighborly activities and the area’s titular green space, as well as immediate access to one of Milwaukee’s major roadways.
The St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Cathedral in the Lyons Park neighborhood.
Serbian Culture is strong in Lyons Park as you will see at Serb Hall.
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Housing 8 miles from downtown Milwaukee
Homes in Lyons Park are mostly from the early to mid-20th century and are arranged along relatively small, mostly gridded blocks. Some blocks are made up entirely of brick- or vinyl-sided ranch-style homes, easily the predominant house style in the neighborhood. Colonial builds and Modern Craftsman’s are quite common, but there are also some quaint Tudor cottages with curved roofs and a few two-story bungalows with small front porches. Red Oaks V Condominiums offers horizontal units with various floor plans and levels of upkeep, as well as an underground parking lot for owners. These condos run between $60,000 and $110,000. Houses range in price from $150,000 to $300,000, with a median price of $230,000.
An aerial view of Lyons Park neighborhood with downtown Milwaukee in the distance.
Beautiful Tudor homes in teh Lyons Park neighborhood.
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Schools that honor the cultural heritage
Lyons Park’s Serbian heritage continues to thrive at St. Sava Orthodox School, an arm of the cathedral and the neighborhood’s only school. Students in kindergarten through eighth grade can engage in a dual-language, Serbian-English curriculum in small classes. Kids in the neighborhood can easily walk to school at St. Sava, but several schools in the Milwaukee Public Schools district also operate within minutes of the neighborhood, welcoming all grade levels. Fairview elementary school is just outside of the neighborhood and picks up a C rating on Niche. Hamilton High School teaches over 1350 students and also scores a C on Niche.
The entry of St. Sava Orthodox School in the Lyons Park neighborhood.
Fairview Elementary School is a great, public school option for young Lyons Park residents.
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Lyons Public Park
Whether they attend St. Sava or a school outside the neighborhood, young athletes in Lyons Park are welcome to join the United Serbian Youth Soccer Club. This recreational league has operated just south of the cathedral for over 70 years and currently welcomes footballers ages 3 to 15. Residents of all ages can find something to love about the 12-acre Lyons Park at the center of the neighborhood. Here, visitors can stretch out on a cool patch of grass, breathe in clean, green air as they traverse densely forested walking paths, or beat the heat in the family splash pad.
The entry to Lyons Park.
The wooded paths at Lyons Park.
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Classic Serbian cuisine and events
Of course, nothing brings a community together like food — something the folks at the American Serb Hall know full well. Along with being a large and beautiful banquet hall, this business has hosted Friday Fish Fries since 1967, serving delicious fried, baked and Serbian-style seafood in a family-friendly setting. Elsewhere in the neighborhood is Brass Key Restaurant, a large diner-style restaurant specializing in American classics, Italian and Greek cuisines as well as surf and turf. Those wanting a drink can enjoy Brass Key’s stacked bar stuffed with sports memorabilia or head down the road to Friends on Forest Home, a classic hometown bar that’ll play just about any Milwaukee game.
Root for all of the Milwaukee teams at Friends Bar in Lyons Park.
The Friday Fish Fry at Serb Hall in Lyons Park is the stuff of legends.
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Day to day shopping
Day-to-day chores like grocery shopping are easy to get done in Lyons Park, with Aldi and El Rey grocery stores at the north end of the neighborhood. Forest Home Avenue, a prominent Milwaukee artery, runs adjacent to the neighborhood, offering access to countless businesses and restaurants nearby. This roadway also provides access to much of the greater region, including downtown Milwaukee which is about 15 minutes away.
El Rey, in Lyons Park, is a festive and vibrant grocery store.
Get from Lyons Park to downtown Milwaukee in 15 minutes.
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Parks in this Area
Fairview Playground
Armour Park
Pool
Playground
Parking Lot
Lyons Park
Jackson Park
Basketball
Fishing
Football
Manitoba Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Hamilton Dell Park
Baseball/Softball
Football
Soccer
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
16 min drive
Bus
Forest Home & Morgan
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lyons Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lyons Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lyons Park, Milwaukee sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lyons Park, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $642,990, up 107% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautiful move-in-ready 2 bedroom 2 full bathroom condo in a well-maintained brick building with a NEW ROOF! Spacious living and dining room space with waterproof laminate flooring, installed in 2019. It has a balcony where you can enjoy your morning coffee while looking at the peaceful area at the back of the building. It also has IN-UNIT laundry, charming white kitchen with a backsplash, and
Tastefully updated 2 bedroom/2 full bathroom Southside condo is ready for it's next occupant. Newer plank flooring throughout the unit. Efficient 1 level layout has living, dining, kitchen with backsplash, island, and appliances included, full bath with walk-in shower, and full bath with shower over tub. Water heater 2020, In unit Washer/dryer combo unit 2021, furnace/ac (2020), windows 2019,
Why rent when you can own? This move-in-ready, third-floor unit offers unmatched convenience in a calm, safe location near the highway! Enjoy newer carpet, fresh modern paint, and a stylishly updated kitchen with sleek stainless steel appliances. The spacious living room opens to a huge private patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A roomy dining area enhances the open feel, while the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,391
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,236
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,876
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
19.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.8%
% Population in Labor Force
77.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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