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A walkable neighborhood on Milwaukee's southwest side
Root Creek, a quiet Milwaukee neighborhood, offers a rare convenience: an elementary, middle and high school all located within its boundaries. Families are drawn to its peaceful, walkable streets and the easy access to well-regarded public schools. Just a short drive from the shops, restaurants and grocery stores of nearby Greenfield, Root Creek provides a comfortable home base on the southwest side of Milwaukee.
The Entry and sign of Honey Creek Elementary School in the Root Creek neighborhood.
Brick Tudor homes in the Root Creek neighborhood.
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Wedgewood Park has the first IB program in Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Schools offers citywide school choice through magnet programs, statewide open enrollment and out-of-district transfers. Placement typically depends on space availability and lottery systems. Kids can start at Honey Creek Elementary, which receives a C from Niche. “Both my children went there, and the administration is so good that the only time a teacher actually leaves is when they retire,” says Mark Borkowski, a former Milwaukee City Alderman representing District 11. “You’ve got teachers that’ll spend literally 15, 20 years of their career at Honey Creek because they don’t want to leave.” Kids in sixth through eighth grade head to C-minus-rated Wedgewood Park International School, the first Wisconsin school to offer the International Baccalaureate program. Students finish their education at Hamilton High School, which also receives a C-minus. St. John the Evangelist School, a private option for kids in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, is currently unrated by Niche.
The entry of Wedgewood Park International School in the Root Creek neighborhood.
The entry of Hamilton High school in the Root Creek neighborhood.
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Post-war Cape Cod, ranch-style homes and duplexes
The neighborhood’s housing stock reflects the post-war housing boom in southwest Milwaukee. Buyers can find midcentury Cape Cods, ranch-style homes, brick Colonial Revivals and Tudor-inspired designs on compact lots with driveways and attached garages. Sidewalks and mature trees line either side of the street, but aging infrastructure has led to long cracks and potholes on many roads. Homes spend an average of 15 days on the market, far less than the nation’s average of 52, signaling a competitive market. Homes typically cost between $200,000 and $350,000. There’s a strong rental market, too, with condos, duplexes and townhouses ranging from just over $100,000 to about $250,000. Investors can find multifamily properties starting at $450,000 for a side-by-side duplex up to $1 million for an eight-unit complex.
A sidewalk view of neighborhood art in Root Creek.
Cozy Ranch-style homes can be found throughout Root Creek.
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School parks also serve the community
Root Creek’s public schools feature several athletic facilities that serve as public parks past school hours. Tennis and basketball courts sit behind Wedgewood Park International School, while the high school’s Hamilton Dell Park features baseball and softball diamonds and a running track circling the football and soccer field. There's also Wedgewood Park, which has a playground and a wading pool. Armour Park has 16 acres of open green space, a playground and a paved walking path that stretches from Howard Avenue to Waterford Avenue. Lucky Bob’s Raceway is a hobbyist’s haven with weekly miniature slot car circuit and drag racing competitions.
The athletic field at Hamilton High school in the Root Creek neighborhood.
Local baseball fields at Hamilton High School in the Root Creek neighborhood.
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Bike lanes and MCTS bus stops on major roads
Root Creek is known for its walkability, but residents can also utilize bike lanes and Milwaukee County Transit System bus stops on major roads including Morgan Avenue, 60th Street, Howard Avenue and 68th Street. Forest Home Avenue, also known as Route 24, and Interstate 43 are close to home. Medical care is less than 3 miles away at Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center, while downtown Milwaukee and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport are both less than 10 miles away.
Follow Forest Home Avenue for food and shopping
Although the neighborhood is highly residential, shopping and dining are within a few miles of home. Forest Home Avenue has local options like Mezcalero, a popular Mexican joint, and One + 1 Asian Restaurant, which serves authentic Chinese, Thai and Myanmar cuisine. Friends on Forest Home, a casual down-home bar and a popular venue to watch the Bucks and Brewers play. Residents grab groceries at Metro Market, Aldi and Walmart and shop at Southridge Mall in Greendale. The mall is one of the largest in Wisconsin and has more than 100 stores and restaurants, including JCPenney, Macy’s and T.J. Maxx.
An aerial of Forest Home Avenue going through Root Creek.
The food and the hospitality will keep you coming back to Mezcalero in Root Creek.
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Dan Jansen Family Fest is a multi-day celebration
Summer brings festivals to the area like the Dan Jansen Family Fest at Konkel Park. Held during Memorial Day weekend, the event features live music, carnival rides, vendors and plenty of food. St. Mary Parish and St. John the Evangelist each hold their own festival in July, bringing congregants and the community together for games, concessions, worship and more.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Root Creek
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Root Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Root Creek, Milwaukee sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Root Creek, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $272,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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