Old North Milwaukee
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.”
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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William Palicia
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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LeKeisha Roberts
LeKeisha Roberts
Realty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
(414) 677-7732
50 Total Sales
3 in Old North Milwaukee
$86K - $150K Price Range
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Bret Duer
Bret Duer
The Real Estate Edge, LLC
(920) 717-3678
63 Total Sales
1 in Old North Milwaukee
$77,000 Price
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Kim Siewert
Kim Siewert
Keller Williams Realty-Lake Country
(262) 379-8728
49 Total Sales
1 in Old North Milwaukee
$70,000 Price
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Kim Bollmann
Kim Bollmann
Coldwell Banker Realty
(877) 237-1185
46 Total Sales
1 in Old North Milwaukee
$133,050 Price
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Susan Fellows
Susan Fellows
The Real Estate Edge, LLC
(262) 361-1586
52 Total Sales
5 in Old North Milwaukee
$56K - $157K Price Range
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Wisconsin Premier Realty Group
Wisconsin Premier Realty Group
Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee Southwest
(262) 444-6227
38 Total Sales
1 in Old North Milwaukee
$160,000 Price
Schools
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- 3rd to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Smith Park
McGovern Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Harriet Tubman Park
Wingate Park
- Playground
Meaux Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Garden Homes Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Old North Milwaukee | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 9 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old North Milwaukee Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old North Milwaukee, Milwaukee sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Old North Milwaukee, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $123,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$135,000
Median Sale Price
$123,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$125,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$135,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
112
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$106
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,909
Number of Homes for Sale
35
Median Year Built
1929
Months of Supply
3.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,143
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,847
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 245 - 6:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$482 - $1,185 per month
- Edison School Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 648+ Sq Ft
- 5372 N 37th St
- Milwaukee, WI
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$1,150 per month
- 5039-5041 N 28th St
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 800 Sq Ft
- 5039-5041 N 28th St
- Unit 5039
- Milwaukee, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,652
Median Age
34
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,154
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$40,289
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
College Graduates
9.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
65
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56
/ 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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