The 14th Ward
Neighborhood in Racine, Wisconsin
Racine County 53402, 53404
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Wendy Gauss
Wendy Gauss
Gauss House Realty
(262) 300-4667
29 Total Sales
1 in The 14th Ward
$210,000 Price
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Dawn Doperalski
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Dawn Doperalski
Responds QuicklyDoperalski Realty & Associates, LLC
(262) 228-9944
89 Total Sales
1 in The 14th Ward
$144,000 Price
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Jodi Palmatier
Jodi Palmatier
Responds QuicklyLannon Stone Realty LLC
40 Total Sales
1 in The 14th Ward
$120,000 Price
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Jeremy Doering
Jeremy Doering
Responds QuicklyDoering & Co Real Estate, LLC
(262) 592-5456
184 Total Sales
1 in The 14th Ward
$146,000 Price
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Michael Hetland
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Michael Hetland
Responds QuicklySun Realty Group
(414) 404-7096
60 Total Sales
1 in The 14th Ward
$129,500 Price
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Aaron Kohlmeier
Aaron Kohlmeier
Welcome Home Real Estate Group
(262) 379-3730
310 Total Sales
3 in The 14th Ward
$120K - $199K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Douglas Park Community House
The Racine County Bike Trail
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | The 14th Ward | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 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
The 14th Ward Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The 14th Ward, Racine sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in The 14th Ward, Racine over the last 12 months is $187,500, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$189,950
Median Sale Price
$187,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$190,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$155
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
101
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Months of Supply
2.40
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,598
Median Age
36
Population under 18
27%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,884
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,152
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.9%
College Graduates
16.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
15°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
22''
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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