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Immediate Lake Michigan access in this lakefront community
Lakecrest, an eastside neighborhood in Racine, has one defining feature: its lakeside views of Lake Michigan. “The only reason people live on Michigan Boulevard in this neighborhood is because of the lake,” says Kimberly Mann, a real estate agent with Russell Mann Real Estate. “Everyone in this community has access. Take your bike, or for those who need them, wheelchairs, and easily go down to the lake.”
The community is known for its mid-20th-century homes and newer constructions. While property taxes can be higher in this area, its proximity to Wind Point, home to the historic Wind Point Lighthouse and the Racine Zoo, adds to its appeal. “The neighborhoods that surround the lake, along with its beachfronts, are strictly residential—no commercial properties. It’s all about living next to the beautiful beach,” says Dori A. Panthofer, village clerk of North Bay.
Expensive lakeside properties vary by street
Most homes in this neighborhood were built in the 1950s and feature expansive driveways that provide lakeside views of Lake Michigan. Property prices, however, vary depending on the street where the home is located. “If you’re right on the water, your property taxes are substantially higher, especially if you live on Michigan [Boulevard] that rims the lake,” says Mann. “If you go one more street over, home prices and taxes dramatically drop.”
Homes on Michigan Boulevard range from $850,000 to $1.5 million, while homes on Chatham Avenue typically range from $300,000 to $500,000. Also, despite its proximity to Lake Michigan, residents do not have to worry about flooding. “The homes on the bluff are elevated well above the lake, providing natural protection from rising water levels,” says Jen Hoaglund, Realtor of Blackstone Realty Group.
Large contemporary homes with custom floor plans are available in the Lakecrest neighborhood.
1950's ranch homes line a street in the Lakecrest neighborhood.
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Racine Zoo, North Beach nearby
The Racine Zoo is one of only 247 zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. In addition to its accreditation, the zoo participates in several conservation projects, particularly in SAFE, a $160 million initiative devoted to saving animals from endangerment or extinction. Nearby, North Beach is a 50-acre beach boasting 2,500 feet of shoreline, volleyball courts, a snack bar, and a playground for children. The beach offers free parking and features live music from June through August.
Bring your dog to meet the lions at the Racine Zoo near the Lakecrest neighborhood.
A family enjoys walking the boardwalks and dunes at North Beach Park.
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Lighthouse Tours at Wind Point
Two miles north via Main Street and Lighthouse Drive is the Wind Point Lighthouse, an 11-story attraction overlooking Lake Michigan. Locals can tour the lighthouse on the first Sunday of each month from June to October. The lighthouse also serves as a venue for special events, including baby showers, weddings, family parties, and more. Rental space is available from mid-May to mid-October.
Local restaurants on State Route 32, Piggly Wiggly nearby
The residential nature of the community means that residents have to get outside of the neighborhood for dining and shopping. Piggly Wiggly, a national supermarket chain, is located one mile outside the neighborhood for immediate grocery needs. Dollar Tree and Main Moon Chinese Restaurant also comprise the same shopping complex. Pico’s Tacos and Cerveza, which serves traditional Mexican dishes, is located on 3 Mile Road. They engage with the local community by offering local school fundraising events the opportunity to recover a percentage of food sales to those who come from the event. On State Route 32, locals can find ALDI alongside two bar-and-grill restaurants: Oh Dennis! Saloon & Charcoal is known for its homemade BBQ ribs, while across the street, Buca’s Bar & Grill hosts a fish fry every Friday night.
Lakecrest residents love the Mexican fare from Pico's Tacos and Cerveza which has a food truck.
Lakecrest residents can get all their groceries at the local Piggly Wiggly.
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Mental health access at Jerstad-Agerholm
Jerstad-Agerholm K-8 School receives a C-minus grade on Niche and is one of three community schools in the Racine Unified School District to host an on-site mental health clinic. Any child living within the district’s boundaries can access counseling services at the school, which are provided through a partnership with Children’s Wisconsin, based in Milwaukee. Students can transition to Horlick High School, which receives a C-plus grade and is located two miles outside the neighborhood. For those interested in sending their children to private school, The Prairie School sits 2 miles north of the neighborhood. A daytime college preparatory school, it is home to kindergarten through grade 12 students and earns an A-plus from Niche, who also rates it as the fourth-best private school in the entire state of Wisconsin.
Jerstad-Agerholm School serves about 900 students in the Racine area.
Horlick High School in Racine has a great student teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
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Main Street is the primary thoroughfare
Lakecrest is connected to the rest of Racine through Main Street, the neighborhood’s central thoroughfare. The five-mile road runs north and south, providing locals with access to downtown Racine and parts of North Beach. The neighborhood is also just five miles from Ascension All Saints’ main campus, the nearest hospital. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 17 miles to the north.
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Parks in this Area
North Beach Oasis
Lakeview Park
North Beach Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
32 min drive
Bus
N Main St & Melvin Ave
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N Main St & William St
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N Main St & Lakecrest Dr
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N Main St & Augusta St
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N Main St & Lombard Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lakecrest
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lakecrest, Racine sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lakecrest, Racine over the last 12 months is $547,736, up 54% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Fall in love with this charming colonial in Racine! Nestled one block from the scenic shores of Lake Michigan, this classic four-bedroom home offers the perfect blend of historical charm and cozy comfort. Spacious living room, with an abundance of natural light, provides an inviting atmosphere for hosting friends and family. And when the weather cools, snuggle up next to the natural fireplace.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
473
Median Age
49
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,211
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,272
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
College Graduates
52.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
13/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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