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A city community with a sandy beach
Racine’s 12th Ward is a rarity: a city neighborhood with a beach. Part of an area that Racine residents know as North Downtown, the 12th Ward’s proximity to Downtown Racine makes its vibe feel more like a city than a beach. “The homes are nice and well-kept,” says Lyle Albro, sales director at Shorewest Realtors. “The zoo and the beach are popular attractions, and it’s not far from downtown.”
North Avenue Beach resembles the Caribbean on sunny days.
The 12th Ward neighborhood offers many paths to the beach.
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Neighborhood recreation at North Beach Oasis and Racine Zoo
Lakeview Park offers a playground, tennis courts and a basketball court. The Racine Zoo is consistently ranked among the top family destinations in Racine and holds more than 300 animals, covering more than 75 species. The Lake Michigan shore holds Racine’s only sandy beach, North Beach Oasis, which is free and open to the public.
Head to the Racine Zoo in the 12th Ward.
Take a ride or stroll to the beach in the 12th Ward.
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Party on the Pavement, other major events
The 12th Ward is just north of Downtown Racine, where the city’s largest annual events are held. Spring through early winter brings live music to the area with First Fridays. This summer concert series features live music performances on the first Friday of each month. Party on the Pavement is one of the most popular events in Racine, regularly attracting more than 15,000 people downtown with live music, local cuisine and deals from participating shops around the city. In November, the city celebrates the holidays with its massive Holiday Parade, ending with the Tree Lighting Ceremony in Monument Square.
Head to downtown Racine from 12th Ward and see some live music every Friday in the summer.
12th Ward residents look forward to the Franksville Food Truck Festival in August each year.
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Bungalows and ranches from the early 1900s
Typical architectural styles in The 12th Ward include bungalows and colonial and ranch-style homes. Homes were built mainly from the 1890s through the 1920s, but a few homes were built in the 1950s. Home prices range from $110,000 to $260,000, with a median price of $225,000, up 29% from the previous year. “The closer you get to the lake, the more expensive homes are,” Albro says. “But outside of that, there are still some nice homes.”
A perfect bungalow shines in the 12th Ward neighborhood.
Various architectural styles exist throughout 12th Ward.
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Shopping district along Douglas Avenue
“There is somewhat of a shopping district along Douglas Avenue, which runs along the western border of the area,” Albro says. “There are some restaurants there, but the neighborhood is mostly residential.” Local bars include Hansen’s Tap on Goold Street and Neighborhood Bar on Erie Street. Gypsy Java, the local coffee shop, is located on North Main Street, and Rooster’s Restaurant sits just west of the neighborhood on Yout Street. The closest grocery store is ALDI on Douglas Avenue, or residents can head north to Piggly Wiggly on Erie Street.
Roosters is a delicious staple in the 12th Ward.
The Inclusive Bean, near the 12th Ward, serves the best coffee in all of Racine.
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Horlick High School for competitive athletics
Young students can attend pre-kindergarten through fifth grade at Roosevelt Elementary School or kindergarten through eighth grade at Jerstad-Agerholm School. Both schools earn a C-minus on Niche. Horlick High School is part of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association’s Southeast Conference and maintains a friendly rivalry with Park High School, also in Racine. Horlick earns a C-plus.
Horlick High School has a student teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
Jerstad-Agerholm School shares a campus with the Elementary School & serves K-8th grade.
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Walkable streets and RYDE Racine bus stops
The residential streets of The 12th Ward are lined with sidewalks, and RYDE Racine bus stops can be found along streets like Goold Street and Lasalle Street. Douglas Avenue is the closest major thoroughfare and puts downtown Milwaukee roughly 23 miles away. To access the nation’s network of highways, residents can head 11 miles west to hop on Interstate 94.
A row of lovely homes line the street in the 12th Ward neighborhood.
Hop on the bus from the 12th Ward and be in downtown Racine in minutes.
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Parks in this Area
Zoo Camp
North Beach Oasis
Lakeview Park
North Beach Park
Kids Cove Playground
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
33 min drive
Bus
Goold St & Erie St
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Michigan Blvd & English St
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Goold St & Michigan Blvd
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Lasalle St & English St
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N Main St & English St
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N Main St & Goold St
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Goold St & Green St
The 12th Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The 12th Ward, Racine sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in The 12th Ward, Racine over the last 12 months is $325,500, down 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath brick bungalow, featuring a versatile den that can easily serve as a third bedroom or home office. This home is full of character, boasting hardwood floors and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Enjoy the convenience of being just a short walk from the zoo and the beach! Major updatesincluding the roof, furnace, A/C, and windowshave all been completed within
This well-maintained 2/1 duplex offers a prime location near the lakefront and Racine Zoo. Each unit features 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bath, and access to a shared basement with laundry and generous storage space. The property includes a large yard with patioperfect for pets or entertainingand a 2-car garage. Whether you're looking to invest or live in one unit while renting the other, this
This well-maintained, charming bungalow offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath and generous sized living areas. Newer siding and roof. Electrical upgraded in 2023. Drain tile and sump pump in 2024. Take a walk to the zoo, makes for a perfect family home. This is a must see. Home warranty being offered.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,342
Median Age
36
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,169
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,770
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
College Graduates
16%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.4%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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