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Mill Valley

Mill Valley

$289,717 Average Value
$186 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Commuter convenience on the edge of Menomonee Falls

Mill Valley has a convenient location where Milwaukee meets Menomonee Falls. The name "Mill Valley" comes from a condominium complex many residents call home. However, there are also a few single-family properties in the Heritage Heights subdivision. The neighborhood is miles from any city hub, but with two major highways rushing through, it has some commuter convenience. "It's literally right next to the access point to Interstate 41, which will get you to Milwaukee and the Waukesha area pretty quickly," says experienced Realtor Micah Jensen of Premier Point Realty. "And you also get everything that comes with Menomonee Falls — all the different types of restaurants, bowling alleys and dog parks," Jensen adds.
Hop on a bus in Mill Valley and be in downtown Milwaukee in minutes.
Hop on a bus in Mill Valley and be in downtown Milwaukee in minutes.
Beautiful Menomonee Falls is blocks away from Mill Valley.
Beautiful Menomonee Falls is blocks away from Mill Valley.
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Condo communities and contemporary suburban options

Most of the neighborhood's residents live in Mill Valley Homes, a condominium development just south of Appleton Avenue. Its rectangular buildings feature units with roughly 600 to 1,000 square feet, and prices from $75,000 to $180,000. Each building centers around an outdoor courtyard with seating and gas grills. "It's got two different pools, so it's nice that you don't have to go across the whole development to go swimming," Jensen says. Residents can also access wooded trails, tennis courts, a community clubhouse and heated underground parking. East of Interstate 41, Heritage Heights is made of single-family homes built in the early 2000s. With New Traditional architecture and floor plans often exceeding 2,000 square feet, this upscale suburb has room to spread out. Prices here range from $400,000 to $600,000. The Mill Valley area overall gets a 3 out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score, lower than the surrounding Milwaukee neighborhoods, which can range from a 4 out of 10 to an 8 out of 10.
Many residents of Mill Valley reside in the Mill Valley Condos.
Many residents of Mill Valley reside in the Mill Valley Condos.
There are beautiful two-story homes in Mill Valley.
There are beautiful two-story homes in Mill Valley.
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Highway access and job opportunities

Mill Valley sits around the intersection of Appleton Avenue and Interstate 41. While this means that travel in all directions is direct, there is some road noise in the area — especially for homes that border I-41. This side of the city is known for its suburban enclaves tucked between manufacturing warehouses, industrial buildings and car dealerships. So, there are plenty of job opportunities within a mile radius. For those heading into the city for work or entertainment, downtown Milwaukee is about 12 miles away, a trip that takes 20 to 45 minutes. Pick n Save Marketplace is about 2 miles away up Appleton Avenue, and there's also a Costco about 5 miles away. And Milwaukee Mitchell Airport is about 23 miles away, on the other side of the city.
You can get from Mill Valley to anywhere in the world from Mitchell Airport.
You can get from Mill Valley to anywhere in the world from Mitchell Airport.
Mill Valley is a beautiful neighborhood in a beautiful city.
Mill Valley is a beautiful neighborhood in a beautiful city.
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Agricultural options for public schools

Milwaukee Public Schools has an open choice system, so parents can choose any Milwaukee school — and even apply outside their district. The next-door Menomonee Falls School District draws a lot of parents with an overall A grade from Niche, compared to MPS's overall C. But admission can be competitive. Within Milwaukee, nearby schools include Maple Tree School and River Trail School. Both get a C-minus rating from Niche and serve kindergarten through eighth-grade students. At River Trail, kids experience an agriculture-focused and (quite literally) open learning environment without interior walls, fostering a constant connection between all grade levels. The closest high school is Vincent High School of Agricultural Sciences, which offers specialty programs from animal sciences to culinary arts. Niche gives the school a D-plus. For a private, faith-based option, Milwaukee Seventh-day Adventist School sits within the neighborhood and serves grades kindergarten through 10th grade.
High schoolers can attend Vincent High near Mill Valley.
High schoolers can attend Vincent High near Mill Valley.
River Trail School is a public elementary school in Mill Valley.
River Trail School is a public elementary school in Mill Valley.
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Local restaurants where customers become family

There are no options for dining out within the neighborhood. But just a mile up Appleton Avenue, Ally's Bistro is a family-owned diner with a big heart. Their busiest nights come on Friday when the chef whips up a beer-batter fish fry and a seafood special. Local bands set up for a live music night, and the usual seat-yourself dining area becomes a fancier table service. When asked what people love most about Ally's, the co-owner Michelle Zimmerman said it was their commitment to friendly service. "People are coming into our home, so we treat them as guests — I don't like the word customer," she says. "Eventually, we hope our guests start to become family." Ally's also delivers to the next-door Three Cellars, which has a rotating selection of beer and wine. For more beer tasting, the Third Space Innovation Brewhouse joined the small restaurant hub in June 2024. The brewery has a business strategy focused on becoming that "third space" to visit besides work and home. They aim to achieve that goal with an outdoor patio, sports screens and regular community events.
The bar is always hopping at Third Space in Mill Valley.
The bar is always hopping at Third Space in Mill Valley.
Third Space Innovation Brewery is a perfect spot for dinner and drinks in Mill Valley.
Third Space Innovation Brewery is a perfect spot for dinner and drinks in Mill Valley.
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Green space geared towards dogs and golfers

Just north of Mill Valley is Granville Dog Park, which Milwaukee County Parks describes as "Disneyland for dogs." Dogs enjoy exploring the 10 acres of natural land on wooded trails or dipping in the creek to beat the heat. But be careful after it rains, it can get quite muddy. For more outdoor fun, the North Hills Country Club invites members to tee off on a golf course that's hosted every major Wisconsin tournament. The club, which also has a pool and dining options, is just 2 miles up Appleton Avenue. For golfers who want a more affordable option, the public Dretzka Golf Course is 3 miles away. Dretzka Park also has a disc golf course, picnic areas and a sledding hill. Other community gathering places include local houses of worship. New Restoration Christian Church is right within the neighborhood and has childcare services and faith-based events.
Let your best friend run free at Granville Dog Park in Mill Valley.
Let your best friend run free at Granville Dog Park in Mill Valley.
Grab your clubs and hit the course at North Hills Country Club near Mill Valley.
Grab your clubs and hit the course at North Hills Country Club near Mill Valley.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Mill Valley US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Mill Valley Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$474,900
Median Sale Price
$467,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$467,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
461
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,350
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,068
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
996
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
634
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,117

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,314
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$77,064
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,986

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
41.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
62.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

7 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

30 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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