$162,794Average Value$189Average Price per Sq Ft9Homes For Sale
Midcentury charm in the heart of Milwaukee
The Milwaukee neighborhood of Rufus King was home to baseball Hall of Famer Hank Aaron he played for the Braves in the 1950s and surprisingly it has retained much of the quintessential midcentury vibe it had back then. Single-family homes and duplexes from the 1920s line quiet tree-dotted streets. Schools, parks and churches are walkable, as is the strip of small warehouses that line the neighborhood’s northern border. There are several main thoroughfares, but they aren’t especially busy. Yet, this sleepy suburb is just 6 miles from downtown and the beaches along Whitefish Bay.
a walk through the Rufus King neighborhood and you'll see many different homes styles.
The Rufus King neighborhood and high school in the distance
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Tudors and bungalows from the early 20th century
Homes here date to before World War II. Bungalows of various facades sit next to Tudors of brick and stone, as well as a handful of Cape Cods and Colonials. Lawns are petite and neatly landscaped. The streets are quiet and wide, lined with sidewalks and mature trees. Residents can park on the roads if needed, but many homes include detached garages, accessible from alleyways. Prices range from $63,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bathroom fixer-upper to $245,000 for a three- or four-bedroom with recent renovations and a finished basement. As for crime, Rufus King scores a 5 out of 10 on the CAP Index, slightly above the national average of 4.
Residents will love tree-line streets and well-maintained lots in the Rufus King neighborhood.
A wonderful brick bungalow and stone stone colonial in the Rufus King neighborhood.
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Milwaukee Public Schools serve area kids
Public school students in Rufus King attend Milwaukee Public Schools. They can start at Benjamin Franklin School , which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade and has a D-plus on Niche. From there, they can head to Rufus King International High School for ninth through 12th grade. Rufus King International High is a magnet school with an A on Niche. It was established in 1934 and consistently ranks among Milwaukee’s and Wisconsin’s top high schools. “It draws people from all over the city,” says Beth Jaworski, a former student who has worked in Milwaukee real estate for the past 30 years. Jaworski says that many of her fellow alums became attorneys, judges and local elected officials. “A lot of leaders go there, and the teachers steer them that way,” she says.
Rufus King High School is highly rated, enrolling over 1,300 students in grades 9-12.
Benjamin Franklin School near the Rufus King neighborhood is a close walk or drive for students.
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Lincoln Park and William Gore Park offer outdoor recreation
Rufus King residents have quick access to Lincoln Park, one of the city’s signature green spaces. This 313-acre park offers a challenging nine-hole golf course, soccer fields, and walking paths that take full advantage of the Milwaukee River that runs through everything. Visitors cool off at Lincoln Park’s David F. Schulz Aquatic Center on hot summer days and catch a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ball game at Henry “Hank” Aaron Field, the baseball diamond in the park’s southwest corner named after the baseball legend. Within the neighborhood, William Gore Park features a basketball court, a colorful play area with a net climber and an 85-foot-long zipline.
Cruise down the water slide at David F. Schulz Aquatic Center, near Rufus King.
The greens are busy at Lincoln Park Golf Course in Rufus King.
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Locals break bread at Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant
Rufus King is mainly residential, but a few retailers are scattered throughout the community, including the iconic Mr. Perkins Family Restaurant, which has been serving classic diner fare and soul food since 1969. This family-owned staple is so well-known that prominent athletes like Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley have stopped by. “We’re starting to get more soul food restaurants, but this is probably one of the first in town,” Jaworski says. “They have a long tradition and a huge clientele, probably up to the third and fourth generation.” For shopping, residents run weekend errands at Walmart and other major retailers in Williamsburg Heights, a few miles east.
Mr. Perkins' Family Restaurant is a Rufus King favorite for good company and great food.
You'll always find Solly's Grille busy, near the Rufus King neighborhood.
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Provided by Milwaukee County Transit, bus transportation is available around Rufus King.
I-43, MCTS buses help residents get around
Interstate 43, accessible from the neighborhood’s eastern side, connects to downtown Milwaukee and other major highways for easy access to the rest of the state. The Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) has several stops along North Teutonia Avenue and North Green Bay Avenue and travels throughout the city. Residents have easy access to the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, about 14 miles south of the neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Green Bay Playfield
Garden Homes Park
Lincoln Park
Boating
Disc Golf
Golf
Atkinson Triangle
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
William Gore Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
21 min drive
Bus
Capitol & Atkinson
Bus
Capitol & Teutonia
Bus
Capitol & N12
Bus
Capitol & N16
Bus
Atkinson & N19
Bus
Green Bay & Congress
Bus
Teutonia & N21
Rufus King Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rufus King, Milwaukee sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rufus King, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $65,000, down 86% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Huge 3 story 4+ bedroom home with 2 full baths and 2 half baths and tons of updates/spaciousness. Main floor features incredible open kitchen with newer stainless appliances included, butcher block counters, big island, large pantry, adjacent to dining area with wet bar and 2nd dishwasher. Main floor laundry with dog washing station. 1/2 bath on main and lower level, full bath on 2nd and 3rd
Fully renovated 4BD/2BA Bungalow move-in-ready home features updated roof, siding, windows, kitchen, baths, fixtures, mechanicals, and a finished lower-level rec room and more Enjoy hardwood floors throughout the spacious living and formal dining rooms, plus a bright sunroom with French doors. The kitchen is fully remodeled with modern finishes, and both bathrooms offer sleek updates. Fenced
Dionne M BarnesRealty Executives Integrity~Brookfield
Don't miss this charmer in the Rufus King neighborhood! Much TLC has been given to this 1925 bungalow over the span of ownership. Living room, sunroom & dining room have the original charm with wood trim & leaded glass windows. Updated bath has subway tile, tile floor & new vanity. Updated kitchen w/Quartz counters, new cabinets, farmhouse sink, Kohler touchless faucet, tile backsplash &
Long time owner offering a beautiful brick 2/2 duplex. Fully occupied and low maintenance both units offer formal living room, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with pantry and full bath. Clean basement. Per seller roof on home +/- 2019 and one of the water heaters are newer. Seller is selling in as-is condition, check it out and make an offer
Leasing Agent Tiliene: - 3 Beds - 1 Bath - Central Air - Garage - Sorry no pets - Tenants are responsible for appliances and lawn/snow - Call or text Tiliene to set up a showing [Tier 3 Description]• 500 Minimum Credit Score• Combined net monthly income (take home pay) of 2.5 times the monthly rent• No open or ongoing judgements for money
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,757
Median Age
38
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$38,631
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,529
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
64.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.4%
% Population in Labor Force
52.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
31/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
54/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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