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McGovern Park

McGovern Park

$149,696 Average Value
$140 Average Price per Sq Ft
7 Homes For Sale
All shapes and sizes of homes line the streets in McGovern Park.
All shapes and sizes of homes line the streets in McGovern Park.

McGovern Park: where Milwaukee’s nature and city blocks meet

In northwest Milwaukee ’s McGovern Park, it’s just as easy to reach the nearest bus stop as it is to explore woodsy nature trails. The neighborhood shares its name with a large community park where people fish, take kids to the playground, play pick-up sports and chat on walking trails. Venture just a little farther from home, and you can find yourself hiking in an urban forest, shopping at Pick ‘n Save or walking the kids to a Milwaukee Public elementary school. Only 20 minutes from East Town, McGovern Park combines more typical urban conveniences with easy access to scenic lakes and hiking trails.

Single-family homes in northwest Milwaukee from $80,000

Most of the homes in McGovern Park date back to the mid-1900s. Classic single-family styles from the era line up behind grassy lawns and sidewalks, including Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Buyers can find properties that need extensive renovations and higher-cost options that have been recently updated. Single-family homes sell from around $80,000 to the lower $200,000s. McGovern Park has a median single-family home price in the mid-$100,000s. That’s lower than nearby Silver Spring but on par with Old North Milwaukee and Hampton Heights. It’s much lower than Milwaukee’s overall home value.

Choice and neighborhood assignments with Milwaukee Public

McGovern Park is part of Milwaukee Public Schools. The district offers a choice system that allows students to apply to schools across the city. Families can also send children to assigned neighborhood schools that are close to home, including elementary options like Hampton School and Browning School.

Explore the outdoors at McGovern Park and Havenwoods State Forest

About a quarter of the neighborhood is made up of McGovern Park. Across more than 60 acres, you can explore woodsy nature trails or fish in a stocked lake. Basketball and tennis courts, a softball diamond, a playground and picnic areas offer more ways to enjoy the outdoors. Havenwoods State Forest, Wisconsin's only urban state forest, covers nearly 240 acres just outside McGovern Park. Hikers head there to explore 6 miles of trails through grasslands, woods and wetlands.

East Town commuting and easy bus access

It’s a roughly 10-mile drive to reach East Town. That drive can take from 15 to 30 minutes, depending on traffic. Multiple Milwaukee County Transit System routes service McGovern Park’s busier roads for those who prefer catching the bus. "A lot of people rely on public transportation. You could definitely live here without having a car," says Elizabeth Mitchell, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee Southwest.

Commercial life close to home and at Midtown Center

Scattered commercial strips surround McGovern Park, especially along Villard Avenue and Silver Spring Drive. Near plenty of chain fast food restaurants, House of Corned Beef is a local sandwich shop known for serving hefty portions of corned beef on Reuben sandwiches. You can pick up some groceries and household needs nearby, whether you’re stopping into Family Dollar or a convenience store. Midtown Center is less than 10 minutes away for larger shopping trips at the Pick 'n Save supermarket and other specialty stores.

Celebrations and community service in McGovern Park

You can attend everything from social clubs and service events to summer neighborhood festivals in McGovern Park. You might like:

  • McGovern Park Celebration, a free annual party with a cookout, family-friendly activities and a farmers market
  • McGovern Park Older Adults Walking Club, a weekly group walk for staying active and connecting with neighbors
  • Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup, an Earth Day event where volunteers beautify McGovern Park, among other green spaces

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Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

29 min drive

Bus

Villard & N55

Bus

Villard & N53

Bus

Villard & N57

Bus

Villard & N47

Bus

Villard & N49

Bus

Sherman & Rohr

Bus

Villard & N51

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime McGovern Park US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 8 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
978
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
2.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,057
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,912
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
3
Median Rent
$1,150
Median Single Family Home Rent
$850
Median Condo Rent
$1,150
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,150

Demographics

Total Population
2,936
Median Age
36
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,499
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$59,209

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.8%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
55.2%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

70 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

50 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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