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Greenbriar

Greenbriar

$263,106 Average Value
$182 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Downtown Racine 4 miles away

Smaller homes don’t mean less convenience in the Racine neighborhood of Greenbriar. Sitting just 4 miles south of Downtown Racine, this suburban community is just a few miles from local restaurants, national retail chains and the Lake Park on the shores of Lake Michigan. “It’s cozy and quiet,” says Virginia Herek, sales agent with RE/MAX Newport. “But it’s still close to great restaurants.”

The location is convenient for outdoor enthusiasts, with parks and Lake Michigan nearby..
The location is convenient for outdoor enthusiasts, with parks and Lake Michigan nearby..
Mrs. Rivers Bakery and Smokehouse offers fresh baked goods and smoked meats.
Mrs. Rivers Bakery and Smokehouse offers fresh baked goods and smoked meats.
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Ranch-style homes built around the 1960s

Greenbriar is filled with mid-century ranch-style homes, mostly ranging in square footage from 1,000 to 1,500. There are a few larger outliers in the form of colonial-style homes, but those are rare. Prices range from $160,000 to $270,000, with higher prices often reflecting full renovation of the homes. The median selling price is $233,000, up 13% from the previous year.

Greenbriar's ranch-style houses offer single-story living, popular for their practicality and open layouts.
Greenbriar's ranch-style houses offer single-story living, popular for their practicality and open layouts.
The neighborhood's quiet streets and close-knit community make Greenbriar a sought-after place to live.
The neighborhood's quiet streets and close-knit community make Greenbriar a sought-after place to live.
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Jones Elementary, Mitchell Middle and Park High

Jones Elementary School offers pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, and Mitchell Middle School offers grades six through eight. Both schools earn a C-minus on Niche. Park High School's robust football program serves as one half of “The Great Rivalry” with William Horlick High School. The schools opened in 1928 and have maintained a local rivalry since, playing each other at least once a year. Park High School earns a B-minus.

Jones Elementary School is a public elementary school in Racine's Greenbriar community.
Jones Elementary School is a public elementary school in Racine's Greenbriar community.
Mitchell School offers a deaf and hard of hearing program.
Mitchell School offers a deaf and hard of hearing program.
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Racine County Bike Trail just west

Greenbriar streets are lined with sidewalks, and the neighborhood’s easternmost street, Knoll Place, holds several RYDE Racine bus stops. The Racine County Bike Trail runs along the neighborhood’s western edge and takes bikers and runners as far south as Illinois. Durand Avenue sits about a half-mile north of Greenbriar, and drivers can take the avenue 3 miles west to South Green Bay Road or 11 miles west to Interstate 94. Further north, roughly 4 miles from the neighborhood, Ascension All Saints Hospital is the primary hospital for the city and provides 24-hour emergency care. By taking the interstate, drivers are just 34 miles from downtown Milwaukee.

The Racine County Bike Trail runs through out the neighborhood providing easy access.
The Racine County Bike Trail runs through out the neighborhood providing easy access.
The community is quiet, making it an ideal spot for families.
The community is quiet, making it an ideal spot for families.
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Lake Shore Park and other recreation

The neighborhood’s closest park is Greencrest Park on Drexel Avenue. It has a playground, a basketball court and a short walking trail. Less than 2 miles east, Lake Park is a green space overlooking the rocky shore of Lake Michigan and holds a playground, swings and a small picnic shelter. Just under a mile to the northeast, Sheridan Woods Park has a small green space and a playground.

Pierce Woods Park is a serene spot in Greenbriar, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Pierce Woods Park is a serene spot in Greenbriar, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Many Greenbriar residents host friendly tournaments, fostering a close-knit community.
Many Greenbriar residents host friendly tournaments, fostering a close-knit community.
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HOBNOB supper club among nearby dining

“Racine is full of great restaurants,” Herek says. “But in general, in Wisconsin, if you want great food, you go to a bar.” Two miles south of Greenbriar, HOBNOB is an upscale supper club combining an upscale bar with a lakeside restaurant featuring a rear deck that overlooks the water of Lake Michigan. For brunch and mimosas, there’s Blue Bear on Taylor Avenue, about a mile north of Greenbriar. West of the neighborhood, there's a Piggly Wiggly, Target and other national chains, along with the Regency Mall, an indoor mall with over 100 stores.

Greenbriar’s coffee scene attracts remote workers with free Wi-Fi and quiet atmospheres.
Greenbriar’s coffee scene attracts remote workers with free Wi-Fi and quiet atmospheres.
Wells Brothers Italian Restaurant is located near Greenbriar in Racine, offering authentic Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
Wells Brothers Italian Restaurant is located near Greenbriar in Racine, offering authentic Italian dishes in a cozy atmosphere.
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Celebrations of Downtown Racine

Four miles north of Greenbriar, Downtown Racine hosts a full calendar of annual events. The city’s summer concert series, First Fridays, brings live music to venues across the downtown area on the first Friday of each month. At the end of summer, Party on the Pavement attracts more than 15,000 people to Downtown Racine. The festival features live music, local cuisine and deals from local shops throughout the city. In November, the Holiday Parade kicks off the holiday season and ends with the Tree Lighting Ceremony at Monument Square.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

40 min drive

Bus

Knoll Place & Kenwood Dr

Greenbriar Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$475,000
Median Sale Price
$459,094
Median Single Family Sale Price
$459,094
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$305,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$182

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
65
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Months of Supply
0.00

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
898
Median Age
43
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$41,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,659

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.9%
College Graduates
9.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

21 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

33 / 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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