Why buyers are drawn to Shorewood’s lakeside location
Located on the North Shore between Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River, Shorewood is a well-established village known for its waterfront charm and strong sense of community. Buyers frequently come here for the highly rated school district, diverse housing options and plenty of excuses to get outside. Despite its peaceful, lakeside atmosphere, downtown Milwaukee is only a few miles away.
Lake Michigan plays a large part in the lives of Shorewood residents.
Shorewood has a wide variety of home styles.
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A mix of historic styles across a range of price points
Most of Shorewood homes were built in the early-to-mid-20th century, and post-war construction is still a big part of the streetscape. As a result, the area is well-established, with few newer developments. “It's an older community and landlocked by the other communities around it,” says Friends of Estabrook Park president and former Shorewood resident Harold Schmidt. “It's not going to get any bigger.” Midcentury Cape Cods, bungalows and ranch-style homes are typical of the area, generally selling between about $300,000 and the upper $600,000s. Larger colonials, Victorians and Tudor-style builds range from around $700,000 to $3.1 million. Powers Realty CEO Suzanne Powers describes it as “a good mix” across different price points. The median sale price for the village hovers around $600,000, which is generally higher than nearby communities like Whitefish Bay, Milwaukee and Glendale. Condos and duplexes are also common around here, and often sell from the low $100,000s to the mid-$700,000s, depending on size and amenities.
Larger Victorian and Tudor-style houses are typical of the area.
Condos are also available.
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Strong academics and an acclaimed high school drama program
The Shorewood School District serves students in the area. Niche gives it an A-plus overall, calling it one of the top-ten best school districts in Wisconsin. Shorewood High School also has an A-plus, and is well-known for its Advanced Placement courses and internationally recognized drama department.
Many students will attend Lake Bluff Elementary School.
Shorewood High School is known for its drama department.
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Walkable streets and easy access to Milwaukee
The village has extensive sidewalk coverage, making it possible to run many errands on foot. East Capitol Drive and North Lake Drive are the main roads through the area, and Interstate 43 is just to the west, connecting Shorewood to downtown Milwaukee. The Milwaukee County Transit System has regular routes to downtown and surrounding communities.
What outdoor spaces and waterfront views are nearby
Shorewood has direct access to Lake Michigan on its eastern border and the Milwaukee River to the west. Atwater Park, about 5 acres along the lakefront, features a sandy beach and panoramic views of the lake and Milwaukee skyline. “[Estabrook Park] can be very relaxing and very exciting,” says Schmidt. “We kind of resurrected this park over the last 25 years, so now it’s very accommodating.” Its 125 acres include a disc golf course, soccer and softball fields, a skate park, a dog exercise area and a sand volleyball court. However, Schmidt says the “highlight of the park” is the Estabrook Beer Garden. “We have the first public beer garden in the country since Prohibition,” he says. “It’s modeled after … the English beer gardens in Munich. Everything’s communal; it’s good for families.”
Atwater Park offers visitors picturesque beach views.
Estabrook Park has an 18-hole Disc Golf course.
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Oakland Avenue blends neighborhood eats and shopping
Shorewood packs a lot of dining variety into a compact area, with local favorites lining Oakland Avenue and Capitol Drive. You can sit down for a meal at these spots:
Benji's Deli & Restaurant, a kosher-style delicatessen known for hand-carved corned beef sandwiches and matzo ball soup
North Shore Boulangerie, a French bakery and cafe with croissants, European-style pastries and lunch entrees
Harry's Bar and Grill, a neighborhood grill with nightly specials and a Sunday brunch
The City Market Cafe & Bakehouse, a from-scratch bakery and cafe open since 1997
Three Lions Pub, a British pub with English staples and an old-world atmosphere
The Oakland Avenue business district has a mix of independent boutiques, specialty shops and locally owned retailers that give the neighborhood a lot of its walkable, small-town feel. When residents need a larger selection of national retailers, they often drive a few minutes north to the Bayshore area in Glendale. This shopping hub includes stores like Target, Kohl's and Trader Joe's.
Benji's Deli & Restaurant in Shorewood is known for its pastrami sandwiches.
The Estabrook Beer Garden was the first of its kind to open after Prohibition.
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Community events fill the calendar at local parks
Atwater Park hosts several prominent events, including the annual Shorewood Men’s Club Chicken BBQ, which opens the beach every summer. A Memorial Day celebration, Independence Day fireworks and other holiday festivities occur at the park. Estabrook Park is home to the Shorewood Farmers Market, which has sold locally produced food since 2015.
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On average, homes in Shorewood, WI sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Shorewood, WI over the last 12 months is $632,425, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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