Valley Forge is a coveted Milwaukee neighborhood for its stately brick and stone houses and proximity to highly rated schools. Residents are also close to professional sporting events and multiple dining options. “It’s an older neighborhood with a lot of beautiful historic homes and mid-century modern homes,” says Realtor Amy Berger, who sells homes in the neighborhood with Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee Southwest. The oak-shaded yards have enough space for backyard barbecues and passing around the football. “People like that it’s close to the city but far enough away to still have a neighborly feel,” Berger says.
A brick Tudor home sits at a corner in Valley Forge.
Balistreri's Bluemound Inn, with it's cozy atmosphere, is well know near Valley Forge.
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Brick and stone houses
Two-bedroom mid-century modern homes and ranch-style homes are valued between $211,000 and $290,000. Three-bedroom 1960s bi-level dwellings are valued at $350,000. Homebuyers can purchase three-bedroom Tudor Revival-style houses for between $340,000 and $380,000. Assessors value the community’s 1930s four-bedroom stone craftsman-style homes at around $400,000. “Homes usually sell within a couple of days of hitting the market,” Berger says.
Homes built during the mid century are common in Valley Forge.
Tudor and mid century homes are seen in Valley Forge.
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Public charter and non-charter schools
“You can send your kid to whatever school you want in Milwaukee. It’s not boundary-based,” Berger says. “There are a lot of charter schools, which still receive public funding but can specialize in certain subjects like math or the arts.” Some of the neighborhood’s children attend Hawley Environmental School, a public magnet school serving grades PK-5. The school has a C-minus Niche rating. Kids can move on to the Woodlands School, which serves grades PK-8. The school has a B-plus Niche rating and is ranked by Niche as the fourth-best charter school in the Milwaukee area. Some teens attend Escuela Verde, a public charter school that serves grades 9-12. It has a B-minus Niche rating and an 85% graduation rate. The students are allowed to determine their own curriculum. Ronald W. Reagan College Preparatory High School is a public magnet option about 10 miles south of Valley Forge. It has an A-plus Niche rating and a 97% graduation rate.
Escuela Verde with its colorful letters is one of many options for Valley Forge students.
Hawley Environmental School sits just outside of Valley Forge neighborhood.
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Greenspaces within walking distance
Doyne Park is directly to the west of Valley Forge. Visitors play soccer, shoot hoops, walk the trail and take their children to the playground. The 135-mile paved Oak Leaf Trail passes through the park. Jacobus Park is directly to the east. Visitors have barbecues and enjoy the wading pool. Residents can walk to both parks. A 25-acre park called Hawthorn Glen is directly across the river. The park is open to the public and is often used as an educational space to teach children about wildlife and conservation.
Jacobus Park sign welcomes patrons to the park in Wauwatosa, WI.
The Menomonee River provides a scenic backdrop for a walk in Valley Forge.
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Local restaurants and big-box retail
Residents travel half a mile north to watch the game and enjoy barbeque sandwiches at Saz’s State House. They drive a mile northwest to drink house-brewed beer and play pinball at Big Head Brewing Co. Locals can also walk to multiple dining options along Bluemound Road, half a mile to the south of Valley Forge. Daddy's on Bluemound specializes in soul food. Balistreri's Bluemound Inn prepares thin-crust pizza and serves wine. Milwaukee Steak House is known for its cocktails and prime cuts of meat. McGinn’s is a popular sports bar for its burgers and wings. People drive a mile northwest to shop for their own cooking ingredients at Metcalfe’s Market. There is also a Walmart 2 miles to the southwest.
Warm coffee and great food at Daddy's on Bluemound near Valley Forge.
Saz's in the Valley Forge neighborhood is a historic dining location.
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Sporting events, live music and other activities
Folks travel a mile southeast to watch the Milwaukee Brewers play at the American Family Field. They drive 5 miles east to the Fiserv Forum to watch the Milwaukee Bucks play. The Marquette Golden Eagles also play there. The Rave on Wisconsin Avenue is a stone 1920s musical venue that hosts famous groups like the Plain White T’s and the Veronicas. Residents drive 2 ½ miles east to reach it. Motorcycle enthusiasts travel 4 miles east to the Harley-Davidson Museum. Many residents take their kids 5 miles east to Discovery World on Lake Michigan. The museum specializes in science and technology.
Valley Forge residents can watch the Milwaukee Brewers play at near by American Family Field.
Discovery World is a fun tourist attraction located near the Valley Forge neighborhood.
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Getting around town
The streets are lined with sidewalks wide enough for two people to stroll hand-in-hand. Folks catch the bus on Hawley Road to get around the rest of Milwaukee. Residents drive 5 miles east on Interstate 94 to reach the downtown. They take Interstate 94 about 76 miles west to Madison. People take Interstate 94 about 96 miles south to Chicago.
Taking the dog for a walk on a snowy day in the Valley Forge neighborhood.
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Storybook Tudor in the beautiful Valley Forge neighborhood is ready for its lucky new owner! Loved through the generations - preserved yet updated, this home represents an amazing opportunity for the next lucky steward! Nestled among winding streets with parkway views, the curb appeal stuns with Cream City brick, Lannon stone, wood, and stucco. Enjoy morning coffee on the front deck above the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
190
Median Age
41
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,499
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$92,353
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.7%
College Graduates
49.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
% Population in Labor Force
73.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
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®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
63/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
48/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
