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The 14th Ward

The 14th Ward

Neighborhood in Racine, Wisconsin

Racine County 53402, 53404

$178,870 Average Value
$157 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A mix of industry and residential meets in Northwest Racine

A mixed industrial and residential neighborhood, the 14th Ward sits in the northwest reaches of Racine. “Racine is interesting because we are one of those cities where our communities have pockets of amazingness,” says Jason Braun, real estate agent at Realty ONE Group Boardwalk. “Personally, I love the north side where the 14th Ward is conveniently located.” Pockets of residential homes dating to the early- and mid-1900s sit on gridded streets, with a main thoroughfare and train tracks cutting through the middle. Industry, including warehousing and storage facilities, is located in the northern half, where planes fly overhead to land at Batten International Airport. The quieter residential blocks offer convenience to family-style dining options like Park Inn and events at Midwest Market 2210, a marketplace with more than 45 shops. They’re also walkable to some of Racine’s public schools, including Horlick High School, whose athletic field is also home to a semi-professional football team.

A mix of Cape Cods, Bungalows, newly renovated Ranch-style homes

Homes in this neighborhood feature small, narrow driveways, often leading to one-car garages. Most residents park on the street, in front of stoops and small front porches overlooking postage-stamp front lawns. Lots here are rarely larger than a tenth of an acre, with fences providing a touch of privacy in the tight backyards. The community offers a variety of architectural styles, including Cape Cods, ranch-style homes and bungalows, almost all built between 1920 and 1960. These generally sell in the range of $130,000 to $210,000. Newly renovated bungalows, along with duplexes that offer the ability to live in one side while renting the other, often sell for $200,000 to $250,000.

Colorful Cape Cods are a common sight in the 14th Ward.
Colorful Cape Cods are a common sight in the 14th Ward.
Charming bungalows and cottages share a tidy block in the 14th Ward.
Charming bungalows and cottages share a tidy block in the 14th Ward.
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Park Inn, Gus’s Gyros, ALDI off Douglas Avenue

Douglas Avenue is a hub for local shops and restaurants, including Park Inn, a family-style eatery serving everything from cheeseburger combos to hearty breakfast plates. “I’ve been a Racine local my whole life, and I can tell you for a fact that everyone goes to Park Inn,” says Amber Lacher, a real estate agent with Sun Realty Group. “It’s the main hotspot restaurant for many locals here.” Gus’s Gyros, a Greek restaurant owned by an immigrant from Nestani, Greece, who settled in Racine in the 1970s, offers fresh-cut fries and an extensive gyro sandwich menu. Dogs & Cream features Chicago-style hot dogs and a wide selection of milkshakes. For groceries, ALDI is located along Douglas Avenue. The street is also conveniently home to several auto repair shops, including Racine Auto Specialists Inc. and Dan Auto’s Service.

Kewpee Sandwich Shop serves classic burgers in a retro diner that's been open since 1926.
Kewpee Sandwich Shop serves classic burgers in a retro diner that's been open since 1926.
Piggly Wiggly stocks everyday essentials, bakery goods, and deli items for quick stops.
Piggly Wiggly stocks everyday essentials, bakery goods, and deli items for quick stops.
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Second Sundays at Midwest Market 2210

Midwest Market 2210 is a local marketplace featuring over 45 shops, including home décor stores, clothing boutiques, and 10 restaurants. The market operates Friday through Sunday, with special events on the second Sunday of each month. Second Sundays allow locals to enjoy drink specials The Bar, the market’s full-service speakeasy. Other popular events include Wine Downs, a wine-tasting experience where visitors can sample wines while exploring the market. Residents can head to Downtown Racine for First Fridays, holiday parades, and summer activities along the waterfront.

The Bar at Midwest Market serves craft cocktails, beer, and light bites in a chill space.
The Bar at Midwest Market serves craft cocktails, beer, and light bites in a chill space.
The Yellow Door offers handmade gifts, vintage finds, and local art.
The Yellow Door offers handmade gifts, vintage finds, and local art.
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Reading incentives at Wadewitz Elementary School

Wadewitz Elementary School, which is rated a C on Niche, offers a unique reading incentive called the “Dunk-A-Cop Reading Challenge.” Students who reach a specific reading benchmark are entered into a lottery for a chance to dunk a police officer in a dunk tank. Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School, rated C-minus, participates in the Title I federal program, which provides financial assistance to public schools to help students from low-income families meet academic standards. Horlick High School, just southwest of the neighborhood and walkable for some students, holds a C-plus rating on Niche.

Wadewitz Elementary School has 546 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
Wadewitz Elementary School has 546 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1.
Jerstad-Agerholm School has 899 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
Jerstad-Agerholm School has 899 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
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Horlick Athletic Field, Racine County Bike Trail nearby

Horlick Athletic Field, located near Horlick High School, is home to the Racine Raiders, a minor league football team founded in 1953. The Raiders are the longest-continuously operating semi-professional football team in the United States. The athletic complex also features a baseball field once home to the Racine Belles, portrayed in the movie A League of Their Own. The Racine County Bike Trail runs through the neighborhood, a little over a mile of concrete path for biking and outdoor recreation.

The Racine County Bike Trail features over a mile of paved path for walking and biking.
The Racine County Bike Trail features over a mile of paved path for walking and biking.
Horlick Athletic Field hosts the Racine Raiders, a semi-pro football team.
Horlick Athletic Field hosts the Racine Raiders, a semi-pro football team.
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Racine's main thoroughfare runs through this neighborhood

The 32nd Division Memorial Highway is the main thoroughfare in this community, connecting residents to downtown Racine and the northern parts of the city. The route also connects to local schools, including Horlick High School and the Racine Unified School District offices. Residents are roughly 18 miles south of Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, while the nearest hospital, Ascension All Saints Hospital, is just 3 miles away.

Planes and trains

Batten International Airport, a public non-commercial facility, is adjacent to the northwest corner of the neighborhood. One of the runways causes planes to fly directly over the neighborhood for takeoff and landing, which can lead to noise during the daytime from low-flying aircraft. Similarly, while lightly used, a rail line cuts through the center of the 14th Ward with freight service from Chicago through to Sheboygan.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

32 min drive

Bus

Douglas Ave & Wolff St

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Douglas Ave & Layard Ave

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Goold St & Douglas Ave

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Goold St & Blake Ave

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Mt Pleasant St & William St

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Mt Pleasant St & Young Court

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Douglas Ave & Goold St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime The 14th Ward US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$194,000
Median Single Family Price
$198,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$157
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Months of Supply
1.20
Median List Price
$198,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
77

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,347
Median Age
36
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$43,981
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,210

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
83.8%
College Graduates
15.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

41 / 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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