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Coastal living in School Section-Towerview
Steps away from downtown Racine and the Root River, School Section-Towerview is a coastal neighborhood on the western shores of Lake Michigan. The neighborhood features historic houses and pocket parks, giving the area a suburban character. With the waters so close by, residents can easily enjoy activities such as boating, fishing and surfing. For shopping and entertainment, staple restaurants and the city’s art scene in downtown are steps away. “The area around downtown feels like a small town,” says Rosa Stong, who is the founder of Becker Stong Real Estate Group and has over 10 years of work experience. “There is a beautiful marina with gorgeous restaurants and boutique commercial businesses, and they do lots of events by the water.”
Residential homes along Lake Michigan
Featuring gridded blocks and linear streets, the community has a mix of home styles, ranging from American Foursquare and workers cottage to Queen Anne and colonial-inspired houses. Homes were built from the 1850s to the early 1900s, and many properties have been renovated on the inside. Fixer-uppers and houses in need of updates start at just under $100,000 and go up to around $150,000. Remodeled homes are usually between $160,000 and $350,000, with larger historic houses in Queen Anne and colonial styles near the water reaching $700,000. Yard sizes are on the modest side, and neighbors have small plots of lawn space for gardening. Multifamily properties go from $65,000 to $200,000, and condos built in the 1970s are around $150,000 to $200,000.
Water recreation is a way of life in Racine
Many waterfront parks, athletic facilities and beaches are along Lake Michigan's coastal shores. Samuel Myers Park is a popular birding spot, and people can take their pets to Carre-Hogle Park for quiet walks. “The lake is just so pretty, and many people come here to go sailing,” Stong says. “Once you go past the marina, there’s a little cove where the water is really calm. People anchor their sailboats there and jump into the water to swim. This is what we have here, and it’s really beautiful.” Other neighborhood parks, such as Roosevelt Park and West Park, have playgrounds or sports fields. Dr. John Bryant Community Center has an indoor gym with a basketball court. Just across the Root River, people can walk or bike along the 10-mile Lake Michigan Pathway and enjoy picturesque views of the water.
Shopping and dining in downtown Racine
Popular restaurants in the area include Lá Tapatia, a cantina with casual Mexican eats, and Wells Brothers, which first opened its doors in 1921 and is a staple pizza parlor in the city. Sitting right over Lake Michigan and offering views of the harbor, Reefpoint Brew House serves classic pub fare with locally crafted beer. Smaller convenience stores and markets such as Matranga's are all around the neighborhood. Piggly Wiggly, the area’s main grocery store, is about 3 miles west. Many big-box stores, such as Walmart, Target and The Home Depot, are several miles west along Route 31.
Schools are part of Racine Unified School District
Students may attend S.C. Johnson Elementary, which has a dual-language program in English and Spanish. The K-8 Mitchell School offers career and learning academies for students in sixth grade through eighth grade, including programs in business, consumer education and technology. Both schools have a C-minus rating from Niche. Case High School has an International Baccalaureate program, as well as curricula for computer science, engineering and business. The high school rates a B-minus. Located about 5 miles north in Wind Point, the Prairie School is a prekindergarten through 12th grade independent day school with an A-plus Niche rating.
Events and celebrations in downtown or by Lake Michigan
As a coastal city, Racine has many events by the river, including the music festival Racine HarborFest in June at Festival Park, and the Racine River Fest in August, which has dragon boat, rubber duck and cardboard boat races, as well as free sailboat excursions. “They also have a First Friday event,” Stong says. “The restaurants put chairs outside for outdoor dining, and people can walk along the harbor. It’s like a little fair.”
Proximity to Milwaukee
Milwaukee is about 30 miles north via Interstate 94, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is about 20 miles away. The area is near many state routes, including Wisconsin Highways 38, 32, 31, 20 and 11, making it convenient to get to other cities in the county. Public transit is provided by the Belle Urban System, and Ascension All Saints Hospital - Spring Street is about 3 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Roosevelt Park
West Park
Samuel Myers Park
Dodge Park
Carre-Hogle Park
Simonson Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
36 min drive
Bus
Dekoven St & Mead St
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Grand Ave & 12th St
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Wisconsin Ave & 11th St
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Grand Ave & 11th St
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Racine St & 21st St
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Dekoven Ave & Park Ave
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21st St & Howe St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
School Section-Towerview
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in School Section-Towerview, Racine sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in School Section-Towerview, Racine over the last 12 months is $206,153, up 26% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Rooms, rooms and more rooms! Second floor is open concept that can be the master bedroom or have multiple kids in this large area with a full bath. Main floor boasts generous sized rooms with loads of natural light including main floor bedroom, living room, dining room and family room. Newer kitchen ,full bath and first floor laundry. Situated on nice sized lot with lots of off street parking.
Historic Charm Meets Smart Investment - A Rare Gem in Southside's Coveted Historic District! Step into this STUNNING American Four Square home, bursting with architectural CHARACTER & modern upgrades! Featuring a RARE 3 bed / 3 bed layout, this home has has natural woodwork, gleaming hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, French doors & vintage ornate doorknobs! Updates include remodeled bathrooms,
3-Unit Mixed Use Building located near Lake Michigan, Downtown Racine, and SCJ Headquarters! Main Floor - Commercial/Office Space is approx. 950 sq ft. features include a large office area, kitchenette, conference room, and one bathroom. Currently rented at $1300/mo - lease expires 5/31/2025 then MTM. Second floor - Apartment approx. 800 sq ft. features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Currently renting
Discover comfortable living at Lake Oaks Apartments, a 55 and older senior apartment community located on the Southeast side of Racine, Wisconsin, across from Lake Michigan. In addition to stunning view of Lake Michigan, our pet-friendly community offers one- and two-bedroom apartments. Surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds, residents can enjoy amenities including BBQ/picnic area,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,228
Median Age
35
Population under 18
30.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$41,575
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,839
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
21.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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