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Merrill Park

Merrill Park

$198,539 Average Value
$124 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

Merrill Park offers historic architecture and west side convenience

Merrill Park was developed on Milwaukee's west side to house railroad workers around the turn of the 20th century. The grand architecture of the early 1900s is still what the area is known for, from a Taj Mahal-inspired event venue to a highly rated private school to rows of Queen Anne and Craftsman homes along residential blocks. Things have changed in Merrill Park; many grand homes have been converted into apartments, and you’re much more likely to work for Harley-Davidson, Molson Coors or a company in East Town than for a railyard. However, the kinds of things that drew immigrants to Merrill Park generations ago continue to draw residents to this day: walkability to schools and community hubs, paired with a straightforward commute to Milwaukee-area employers.

Merrill Park has a great playground for residents to enjoy.
Merrill Park has a great playground for residents to enjoy.
Interstate 94 runs alongside Merrill Park.
Interstate 94 runs alongside Merrill Park.
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Blocks of lower priced historic homes on the west side

Large Victorian, Arts and Crafts and Tudor Revival homes decorate some of Merrill Park’s sidewalk-lined blocks. Mature trees also shade less ornate National homes and bungalows throughout the neighborhood. Many houses retain historic architectural details like original woodwork and covered front porches. You can find both highly renovated houses and fixer-uppers in the community. Buyers will also find duplexes and other small multifamily properties, including subdivided historic mansions. Between larger apartment complexes and smaller investor-owned buildings, most residents in Merrill Park rent rather than own homes.
Single-family homes typically sell from around $100,000 to the lower $300,000s. Multifamily properties sell from the lower $100,000s to the mid-$400,000s. Merrill Park’s median single-family home price is in the lower $200,000s. That’s lower than nearby Concordia, Story Hill and Martin Drive. It’s higher than Avenues West and Silver City.

A home with a porch  in the Merrill Park neighborhood.
A home with a porch in the Merrill Park neighborhood.
Find a colorful historic home in the Merrill Park neighborhood.
Find a colorful historic home in the Merrill Park neighborhood.
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Close to Milwaukee Public Schools and a top-rated private school

Merrill Park is served by Milwaukee Public Schools. It uses an open enrollment system, allowing students to apply to schools across the city. You’re close to Story Elementary School, an assigned neighborhood option and the Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language, a specialty school that acts as an international newcomer center for students just beginning to learn English. Marquette University High School, which gets an A-plus rating from Niche, is a popular private option in the neighborhood. “With Marquette being there, our streets are swept, and our snow is plowed," says Sharlen Moore, Milwaukee District 10’s Alderwoman and a resident who runs the Merrill Park Neighbors community organization. "The city supports the neighborhood by supporting the school.”

Marquette University High School is an all-boys Catholic school for grades nine through 12.
Marquette University High School is an all-boys Catholic school for grades nine through 12.
Marquette University High School, one of Milwaukee's top private schools, is in Merrill Park.
Marquette University High School, one of Milwaukee's top private schools, is in Merrill Park.
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Quick access to industrial hubs, Interstate 94 and bus stops

“I'm literally five minutes from downtown, Miller Park Way or American Family Stadium,” Moore says. Merrill Park is about a mile from corporate and industrial parks for big employers like Molson Coors and Harley-Davidson. Interstate 94 runs along the southern edge of the neighborhood, offering a roughly 3-mile drive to the East Town business district. Milwaukee County Transit System buses make stops on main roads throughout the neighborhood.

Merrill Park is 3 miles west of downtown Milwaukee.
Merrill Park is 3 miles west of downtown Milwaukee.
Merrill Park residents can easily navigate the area with public transportation.
Merrill Park residents can easily navigate the area with public transportation.
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Merrill Park’s playfield, sports fields and access to nearby trails

Merrill Playfield centers the neighborhood with courts for basketball and tennis, baseball fields, a splash pad, a playground and lighted athletic facilities for evening play. Just past the playfield, Quad Park is a sports complex owned by Marquette University High School that hosts sporting events. You can head across the Menomonee Valley to reach Three Bridges Park, a convenient spot to start cycling on the Hank Aaron State Trail.

Merrill Park residents play a game of basketball at the neighborhood park.
Merrill Park residents play a game of basketball at the neighborhood park.
Families enjoy the local playground.
Families enjoy the local playground.
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Merrill Park Neighbors keep the neighborhood close-knit

Organizations like Merrill Park Neighbors and Near West Side Partners, Inc. Host service and social events throughout the year. You might like meeting your neighbors at street clean-ups or the District 3 Merrill Park Block Party, a summer event with free food and kids' activities. The Tripoli Shrine Center is just across Wisconsin Avenue, a historic building modeled after the Taj Mahal. Beyond hosting private events there, you might also visit to see the annual Christmas tree display. Major Milwaukee entertainment venues, including The Rave/Eagles Club theater and American Family Field, are just over a mile from home.

Nearby restaurants, bars and Miller Park Way shopping

Locally owned restaurants and watering holes are scattered around Merrill Park and its surrounding blocks. You might like:

  • TJ's on 35th, a Packers-themed bar that serves drinks and classic bar food
  • Valley Inn, a family-owned place to order pizza or fish fry dinners
  • Daddy's Soul Food & Grille, a favorite for catfish, chicken, cobbler and other soul food staples
Mo’s Food Market is nearby for pantry staples and imported Asian groceries. Larger chains like Walmart, Target and Cermak Fresh Market line Miller Park Way about 2 miles away.

TJ's on 35th is a haven for Packer fans.
TJ's on 35th is a haven for Packer fans.
The Valley Inn is a spot for friends to gather near the Merrill Park neighborhood.
The Valley Inn is a spot for friends to gather near the Merrill Park neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

16 min drive

Bus

N35 & Clybourn

Bus

N35 & Mt Vernon

Bus

N27 & St Paul

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Merrill Park US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 9 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 8 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 8 4

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Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
586
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,567
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,252
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





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Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
7
Median Rent
$1,095
Median Single Family Home Rent
$800
Median Condo Rent
$1,300
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,095

Demographics

Total Population
3,581
Median Age
35
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.3%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$33,064
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$39,866

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
81.8%
College Graduates
12.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

70 / 100

Good public transit

Transit®

60 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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