On Milwaukee's western side, Valley Forge appeals to buyers looking for a neighborhood that combines classic architecture with everyday convenience. The community has a mix of historic and midcentury homes, along with easy access to parks, restaurants and quick connections to downtown. These perks give Valley Forge both comfort and connectivity.
Houses in Valley Forge are known for their old-fashioned vibe. “It’s an older neighborhood with a lot of beautiful historic homes and midcentury modern homes,” says Realtor Amy Berger with Keller Williams Realty. Tudor and Cape Cod designs are common, many of them built with Cream City brick or Lannon stone. Interiors frequently have hardwood floors, crown molding and natural woodwork. Many have been updated while preserving original details like stone fireplaces and leaded glass. “Homes usually sell within a couple of days of hitting the market,” says Berger. The median sale price in Valley Forge typically hovers in the low $400,000s, higher than in nearby communities like Hawthorne Glen and Wick Field.
Milwaukee Public Schools gives students educational options, rather than assigning them by location. “You can send your kid to whatever school you want in Milwaukee. It's not boundary-based,” says Berger. “There are a lot of charter schools, which still receive public funding but can specialize in certain subjects like math or the arts.” The closest public options to Valley Forge are Hawley Environmental School and Woodlands School in Story Hill.
West Appleton Avenue and West Blue Mound Road provide direct connections to surrounding areas, and Interstate 94 is nearby for regional travel. West State Street connects to downtown, about 5 miles away.
Doyne Park, which includes a playground and athletic fields, covers about 35 acres along the Menomonee River. The paved Oak Leaf Trail connects cyclists and pedestrians to a broader county-wide trail network. Jacobus Park has a one-mile nature walk designated as a National Recreation Trail. Summer programming occasionally includes a traveling beer garden with live music. Across the river, the MKE REC Hawthorn Glen Outdoor Education Center has woodlands, a prairie and a small nature museum with animals native to Wisconsin.
A short drive opens up plenty of dining options, with well-known spots scattered throughout the surrounding communities. Some local favorites include:
Crystal Meller
Coldwell Banker HomeSale Realty - Wauwatosa
(414) 400-4858
81 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$300,000 Price
Alan Alteri
Shorewest Realtors, Inc.
(414) 250-8218
151 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$335,000 Price
The Hupke Team*
RE/MAX Forward
(262) 888-6263
404 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$445,000 Price
John Danielson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(414) 251-1459
78 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$255,000 Price
Elsafy Team*
Keller Williams Milwaukee North Shore
(414) 310-3170
592 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$423,500 Price
James Marquardt
Real Broker Milwaukee
(414) 295-0792
38 Total Sales
1 in Valley Forge
$300,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Valley Forge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Valley Forge, Milwaukee sell after 5 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Valley Forge, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $430,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$425,000
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Median Sale Price
$430,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$430,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
-12%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
3
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222
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Number of Homes
50
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Number of Homes for Sale
0
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Median Year Built
1943
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Months of Supply
0.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,652
Below the national average
1,934
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,150
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
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Total Population
190
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Median Age
41
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Population Density
9 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
20.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$72,499
Below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$92,353
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High School Graduates
90.7%
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College Graduates
49.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
18.6%
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% Population in Labor Force
73.8%
Above the national average
64.9%
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Annual Precipitation
32''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
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Annual Snowfall
38''
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Bikeability
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