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National Park

National Park

$213,634 Average Value
$239 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Downtown perks without the downtown price tag

On Milwaukee’s southside, single-family homes and duplexes from the turn of the 20th century mix with industrial buildings in the historic neighborhood of National Park. Located less than 4 miles from downtown Milwaukee, its roughly 3,000 residents enjoy downtown’s perks without breaking the bank. "I think one of the draws is that you get super easy access to the highway and easy access to downtown, but the price is a little better than living downtown," says Eric Muller, a broker/owner of EXIT Elite Realty who sells throughout the Milwaukee area.
NAtional Park residents can head over to the famous Mitchell Park Domes.
NAtional Park residents can head over to the famous Mitchell Park Domes.
There are many mulit-level homes in National Park.
There are many mulit-level homes in National Park.
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Close to Mitchell Park and Three Bridges Park

Milwaukee’s proud tradition of public parks extends from the mid-1800s to today, and National Park residents get a taste of old and new green spaces. To the east is the historic Mitchell Park, founded in 1860 as Milwaukee’s first horticultural conservatory. Today, it’s home to the iconic Mitchell Park Domes, three towering greenhouses with desert, tropical and floral themes. Visitors can also enjoy various outdoor amenities, from a walk around the pond to a pickup game of basketball or sand volleyball. The much newer Three Bridges Park, opened in 2013, lies just north of the neighborhood. This 24-acre park features 2 miles of biking and walking trails and more than 40 community gardens. “It’s also on the Menomonee River, so that’s another access point for kayaking and fishing,” says Angélica Sánchez, director of the Urban Ecology Center’s Menomonee Valley branch. “Even birding is quite a highlight here in the park with all the different species of birds and animals we see on a daily basis.”
Three Bridges Park is a great place for National Park residents to get some exercise.
Three Bridges Park is a great place for National Park residents to get some exercise.
National Park Residents can head to Mitchell Park and enjoy the playground.
National Park Residents can head to Mitchell Park and enjoy the playground.
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Classical Revival and bungalows from the 1920s

Homes along main thoroughfare National Avenue enjoy an especially convenient location to the parks and shopping along South Layton Boulevard, and feature ornate, European-inspired architecture, from Classical Revival homes with pillared facades to Mediterranean and Queen Anne designs. Farther south, there are many bungalows from the early 20th century with large front windows and covered front porches. Houses sit on compact but verdant lots with landscaped front yards. Tall, shady trees dot the sidewalks that line the residential streets, giving this urban enclave a more suburban look. Prices range from $121,000 for a three-bedroom, one-and-a-half bath fixer-upper bungalow to $230,000 for a four-bedroom home featuring recent renovations. While there are many owners in the neighborhood, renters comprise most of its residents, about 66%, and find homes in the classic Milwaukee duplexes and small apartment complexes scattered throughout the community.
A stunning classic revival style home in the National Park neighborhood.
A stunning classic revival style home in the National Park neighborhood.
A beautiful bungalow style home in the NAtional Park Neighborhood.
A beautiful bungalow style home in the NAtional Park Neighborhood.
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Shopping and dining along South Layton Boulevard

Most of National Park is residential, so locals often head a few blocks west to run errands along Miller Park Way, where they pick up groceries at Cermak Fresh Market and essentials at Target. Aldi is also just outside the neighborhood and offers more food options. Within the neighborhood is a small strip of shops and restaurants along South Layton Boulevard, including Family Dollar, Subway, and local favorite Honeydip Donuts, which has been serving the area for nearly 50 years.
A National Park resident grabs coffee and a donut to go from the local favorite Honeydip Donuts.
A National Park resident grabs coffee and a donut to go from the local favorite Honeydip Donuts.
Shopping centers in National Park are going to have everything you could need.
Shopping centers in National Park are going to have everything you could need.
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Kids attend Doerfler School and South Division High School

Children may start their education at Anna F. Doerfler School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade and is walkable from any point in the neighborhood. Doerfler has a C-minus rating on Niche and serves about 500 students. From there, they often head to South Division High School, which scores a C on Niche and serves about 840 ninth through 12th graders. It is home to one of the largest bilingual programs at the high school level in the state.
Doerfler School educates stidents from kindergarten through eighth grade.
Doerfler School educates stidents from kindergarten through eighth grade.
South Division High School near the Muskego Way neighborhood.
South Division High School near the Muskego Way neighborhood.
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Conveniently close to several employers and downtown Milwaukee

Many residents can easily walk to work in the neighborhood’s northern section, where major industrial employers like Tankstar USA and Hatco Corporation operate. Dozens more work opportunities are available in the Menomonee Valley, just a couple miles north. And city workers are less than 5 miles from downtown Milwaukee.
W. Green Field Ave National Park Neighborhood is right next to downtown Milwaukee.
W. Green Field Ave National Park Neighborhood is right next to downtown Milwaukee.
Mitchell Park is surrounded with walkways for active community members.
Mitchell Park is surrounded with walkways for active community members.
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I-94 and MCTS buses keep residents moving

Interstate 94 is just a few blocks north of the neighborhood and connects to other major highways, including I-794 and I-43. Those taking public transportation can pick up the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) bus at stops along West National Avenue, West Greenfield Avenue and South Layton Boulevard. Residents enjoy proximity to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, about 9 miles south of the neighborhood and offers many nonstop flights throughout the United States.
National Park resident can use the bus stop on Layton Ave to commute.
National Park resident can use the bus stop on Layton Ave to commute.
National Park is just a short ride away from downtown Milwaukee and Lake Michigan.
National Park is just a short ride away from downtown Milwaukee and Lake Michigan.
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Crime

National Park has a six on the CAP Index, two points higher than the national average.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

16 min drive

Bus

Layton & Pierce

Bus

Greenfield & S31

Bus

Layton & Evergreen

Bus

Greenfield & S29

Bus

Layton & National

Bus

Layton & Scott

Bus

Layton & Greenfield

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

National Park Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$512,000
Median Sale Price
$242,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$495,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
440
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1915
Months of Supply
12.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,653
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,493
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
2,350
Median Age
36
Population Density
23 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$37,537
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,818

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

50 / 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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