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"A definite sense of community and civic pride"
With over 11,000 residents, Old North Milwaukee continues to grow. In recent years, the neighborhood's revitalization efforts have included playground renovations and a new public library. "There's a definite sense of community and civic pride in Old North Milwaukee," says Will Hansen of the Villard Avenue Business Improvement District. "People are excited to get the neighborhood back to what it once was." Old North Milwaukee benefits from direct access to public transportation as well as parks.
Bungalows and Tudor Revival-style homes
“Multiple train routes once ran through the neighborhood's center, causing noise issues for residents. But, according to Realtor Sandy Ertel, who sells homes in Old North Milwaukee with RE/MAX Lakeside, only one of those tracks is still active. Streets in the neighborhood are lined with trees and sidewalks, and some backyards are fenced in. Most homes, however, do not have a garage. The northern section of the neighborhood has early 20th-century bungalows, the most common architectural style found in Old North Milwaukee. These often feature brick bases, small, covered porches and jerkinhead roofs in the classic Milwaukee style. There are various Tudor Revival-style houses throughout the neighborhood as well. Homes here sell for around half of Milwaukee's median home price. Houses start at $40,000 and can go up to $230,000. "A lot of the older houses don't even require renovations.”
You will find classic cape cods in Old North Milwaukee.
Classic Tudors are welcome additions to Old North Milwaukee.
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Smith Park and Lincoln Park
Several outdoor recreation spots are in and around Old North Milwaukee, including Smith Park. Within walking distance of many homes, this 19-acre green space features a multi-use field (including a baseball backstop), winding walking paths and a wading pool. There's also the newly renovated Custer Playfield, which offers a basketball court and a large playground. The paved Oak Leaf Trail connects residents to Lincoln Park. The sprawling green space is bisected by the Milwaukee River and includes a pool, a golf course, playgrounds, baseball diamonds, miles of trails and canoe launches. If it's a rainy day, the newly constructed Villard Square Branch of the Milwaukee Public Library is on the north side of the neighborhood. The library provides desktop and laptop computers, study rooms, children's and teen study areas and self-checkout stations.
Take a relaxing stroll in Smith Park.
Shoot some hoops at Custer Playfield in Old North Milwaukee.
Villard Square Library
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One of Milwaukee's top five AP schools
Because of Milwaukee's school choice policy, parents apply to send their children to schools throughout the city. On West Hope Avenue, the Samuel Clemens School serves elementary students and has a C-minus rating from Niche. Less than 5 miles south of the neighborhood, Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts has a D-minus rating. The public magnet school offers its students the chance to shadow master artists. Riverside University High School is one of the top five Advanced Placement schools in the Milwaukee Public School district and has a C-plus from Niche.
Eggs at Jo's Cafe and drinks at Oasis
For groceries, the neighborhood has several bodega-style options, like Fresh Market Pantry on Villard Avenue and the family-owned Hopkins Food Store on Hopkins Street. An Aldi is on the neighborhood's west side. Old North Milwaukee is known for its pop-up dining spots— from neon-lit lounges with live music to downhome dives. Along West Silver Spring Drive, Jo's Cafe is a classic American wood-furnished restaurant where residents can see their bacon and eggs sizzling on the grill. Across the street, the Chicken & Grill House serves its fried dishes in Styrofoam boxes so patrons can eat on the go. Hip-hop beats and mixed drinks flow at Oasis, a low-lit nightlife spot on West Villard Avenue.
The Jo's Cafe is open for breakfast and lunch in Old North Milwaukee.
C Notes Lounge has live music on occasion, which makes for a fun night out.
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Quasimodo Physical Theatre and Vibes on Villard
The neighborhood offers multiple entertainment opportunities each year. Just off North 35th Street, Quasimodo Physical Theatre hosts plays and other performance art events that are performed and written by Milwaukee locals. In the summer, the Villard Avenue Business Improvement District hosts the Vibes on Villard outdoor concert series at the intersection of 35th and Villard. The city shuts down the streets so that residents can enjoy live musical performances as well as local food and merchandise vendors. The Institute for the Preservation of African-American Music and Arts is located just off Hampton Avenue. The institute hosts educational programming, exhibits artwork and showcases the performances of local artists.
Getting around Milwaukee
Many residents take the bus to get to their jobs throughout the neighborhood and city. There are public bus stops on many streets, including West Silver Spring Drive, North 35th Street and West Villard Avenue. Several industrial companies are at the heart of Old North Milwaukee. These industries include Vapor Blast Manufacturing, Milwaukee Warehouse and Alliance Auto Body & Paint. To reach downtown Milwaukee, residents can take a 7-mile drive south on Interstate 43. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 15 away via I-43.
Old North Milwaukee has a comprehensive public transportation system.
There are several bus stop scatted throughout the Old North Milwaukee area.
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Crime
Old North Milwaukee has a 6/10 CAP Index crime score, compared to a 4/10 national average. The neighborhood's violent crime scores are high.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
8
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old North Milwaukee Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old North Milwaukee, Milwaukee sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Old North Milwaukee, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $115,000, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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