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A major state highway runs through this walkable neighborhood
The 13th Ward neighborhood in Racine is highly walkable, with an extensive grid of sidewalks. It also offers convenient access to major roadways, making it easy for residents to commute throughout Racine and beyond. Despite this connectivity, residents don’t need to travel far for amenities. The Cesar Chavez Community Center provides sports, programs, and community events, while Trinity Lutheran Church, established in 1905, is a prominent neighborhood landmark. Spanning several blocks, the church hosts fairs and events and operates a private school for kindergarten through eighth-grade students.
The 13th Ward is a tight-knit community in Racine.
Horlick Heights is home to many shopping, dining and outdoor destinations.
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Affordable duplexes throughout the community
The neighborhood is characterized by four square homes and single-family bungalows with narrow driveways and rear detached garages. The 13th Ward also features numerous duplexes, particularly along Geneva Street. The median home price in the area hovers around $150,000, with single-family bungalows starting at $140,000 and duplexes from $140,000 to $200,000.
Find a plethora of architectural styles in The 13th Ward in Racine.
Neighbors in Racine's 13th Ward love a bungalow.
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Cesar Chavez Community Center, Racine Zoo nearby
Located just off Route 32, the Cesar Chavez Community Center features meeting rooms, a fitness center, two gymnasiums, and a game room for senior citizens. Seniors can participate in weekly activities, including dominoes, pickleball, fitness walks, and an art club. Nearby, the Racine Zoo hosts events like the "Brrrr Garden," a beer and food-tasting event with scenic views of Lake Michigan. The zoo also offers "Zoorific Saturday," a weekly family event highlighting a specific animal including arts and crafts activities.
Join a Pickleball League at Cesar Chavez Community Center in The 13th Ward.
Say hi to the lions at the Racine Zoo in Downtown Racine.
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Elementary school transitions within community
Roosevelt Elementary School has a C-minus rating on Niche and is set to close at the end of the 2024-2025 school year. Students will transition to Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School, which also holds a C-minus rating. The middle school is a Title I federally funded program that provides financial assistance to public schools to support students from low-income families in meeting academic standards. Horlick High School has a slightly higher rating, earning a C-plus on Niche.
Jerstad-Agerholm School shares a campus with the Elementary School & serves K-8th grade.
Horlick High School has a student teacher ratio of 13 to 1.
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Monthly aviation exhibits at Southeast Wisconsin Aviation Museum
The 13th Ward is near the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 838 and the Southeast Wisconsin Aviation Museum, highlighting Wisconsin's rich aviation history. The museum features a historic collection of airplanes and aviation memorabilia, including an exhibit dedicated to Alfred W. Lawson, the designer and builder of the first passenger airliner. It also offers a flight club for locals with a realistic flight simulator experience. Batten International Airport, the nation’s largest privately owned international airport, is near the museum. While the area experiences relatively low air traffic, planes occasionally fly over the neighborhood.
The Southeast Wisconsin Aviation Museum is near Horlick Heights.
You will find the Southeast Wisconsin Aviation Museum and a small, private airport in The 13th Ward.
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Ryde Racine has several stops on Goold Street
Ryde Racine, the city’s public transit system, has several stops along Goold Street. Bus Route 5 provides residents access to Downtown Racine, the Racine Zoo, North Beach, and neighborhoods near the Kenosha Country Club. The route also connects to local schools, including Horlick High School and the Racine Unified School District offices. Residents are 18 miles south of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, while the nearest hospital, Ascension All Saints Hospital, is just three miles away.
Hop on the bus in Buhler Heights and be in downtown Racine in minutes.
Go from Buhler Heights to anywhere in the world with Mitchell airport only 30 minutes away.
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Local family restaurants, Wisconsin danishes along Rapids Drive
Wisconsin’s official state pastry is the kringle, a sweet, flaky treat typically filled with cream cheese, fruit, nuts, or icing. Just a mile outside the neighborhood on Rapids Drive, Racine Danish Kringles offers locals a chance to sample various versions of this iconic pastry. Dining options in the neighborhood include Gus’ Gyro, a Greek restaurant whose owner immigrated to Racine from Nestani, Greece, in the 1970s. Residents can visit ALDI or local businesses such as Douglas Hardware & Rental for groceries or home improvement needs.
The neighborhood is also just a mile north of downtown Racine, home to various bars, restaurants, and community events. “The city itself isn’t that big, but we have some dope spots like Dragon Pit BBQ that is always packed,” says Omar Barron, a resident of Racine and owner of Spitfire Ink Tattoos.
Order your delicious kringle from Racine Kringles in The 13th Ward and they will ship it to you.
Musicians perform to kick off the Holiday Parade and Tree lighting in Downtown Racine..
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Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
31 min drive
Bus
Douglas Avenue And Goold Street
Bus
Lasalle St & English St
Bus
Lasalle St & Goold St
Bus
Douglas Ave & Hagerer St
Bus
Goold St & Geneva St
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Goold St & Lasalle St
Bus
Goold St & Green St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
The 13th Ward
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
The 13th Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The 13th Ward, Racine sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in The 13th Ward, Racine over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming bungalow in Racine is sure to impress! With two bedrooms on the main floor and a spacious primary suite upstairs, there's plenty of room to spread out. The upstairs sitting room adds extra flexibility, perfect for a home office or cozy lounge. The fenced-in yard is great for entertaining or giving pets space to play.
This well-maintained Racine duplex offers flexibility and income potential at an affordable price. The freshly painted exterior and interior set the tone for this clean, move-in ready property. The lower unit features 2 spacious bedrooms, a bright living room, dining area, and updated kitchen. The upper unit includes a large bedroom, living room, and full kitchen, with access to an attic space.
Step back in time and fall in love with this spacious 1919 beauty, beaming with old-world charm and brimming with potential! From the outside, she's had a serious glow-upboasting newer siding, gutters, windows, roof, and a 10-year-old boiler to keep things cozy. The curb appeal? On point! Inside, she's holding onto all the good stuff: rich natural woodwork, vintage character, and oodles of space
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,188
Median Age
33
Population under 18
30.7%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$55,898
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,590
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
19.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
