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Known for its Serbian ancestry
The defining characteristic of Lyons Park is the towering St. Sava 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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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lyons Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
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 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lyons Park, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $245,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Well maintained 2 bedroom 2 full bath condo being sold by long time owner. Living room/dining area has newer flooring and balcony with newer decking. Good sized kitchen with appliances included. Both bedrooms have newer flooring, 1 bath with walk in shower and 2nd bath with tub. Reasonable condo fees, underground parking and storage, tucked away spot with nice greenspace. Home warranty included
Beautifully kept condo in a quiet, owner-occupied community where pride of ownership shines. Enjoy a peaceful atmosphere with no rentals allowed, ensuring a stable and well-maintained environment. Bright living spaces and a convenient location near shopping, dining, parks, and highways make this a wonderful place to call home.
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