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A South Milwaukee suburb
Blakewood is a quiet South Milwaukee suburb with access to a cluster of shopping and dining options, public and private schools, Little League teams and a park overlooking Lake Michigan. The neighborhood offers a slower pace of living than Milwaukee, but residents still have direct access to the big city. "South Milwaukee benefits from the proximity to Milwaukee," says Realtor Amy Sliker, who sells houses in the area with The Cream City Real Estate Co. "It is an affordable community on the lake where people can be close to their families and industry." Top employers include manufacturers like Caterpillar and Eaton.
Blakewood is a lovely neighborhood west of Lake Michigan.
Lovely split-level homes can be found in Blakewood.
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Contemporary styles, ranch styles and split levels
The neighborhood is flat, with sidewalk-lined suburban streets. Many of the backyards have above-ground pools, and attached garages are common. Blakewood is one of South Milwaukee's higher-priced neighborhoods. A mix of brick and wood-exterior ranch-style homes from the 1970s are priced from $250,000 to $370,000. Split levels from the same era are priced from $280,000 to $340,000. Contemporary-style houses from the late 1980s are priced from $360,000 to $530,000. A sewage treatment plant is less than 2 miles east of Blakewood and, depending on the wind, can cause a smell.
Blakewood offers unique homes of all shapes and sizes.
Ranch-style homes can be found throughout the Blakewood neighborhood.
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Zion Evangelical Lutheran School and South Milwaukee High School
Blakewood Elementary School is in the center of the neighborhood and has a C-plus Niche rating. On the east end of the neighborhood, Zion Evangelical Lutheran School teaches students from prekindergarten through eighth grade. The school offers the Virginia M. McDonald Scholarship to help some students offset their college costs. South Milwaukee Middle School is 2 miles north of the neighborhood and has a C Niche rating. Next door, B-minus Niche-rated South Milwaukee High School has an apprenticeship program that allows its students to learn about fields like construction, nursing and business.
A modern glass hall beautifies the entrance at South Milwaukee High School
Zion Evangelical Lutheran School is a private elementary school in South Milwaukee, WI.
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Abendschein Community Park and Grant Park
Two blocks south of Blakewood, Riverton Meadows has a playground and an open field where residents can play sports. Less than 2 miles west of the neighborhood, Abendschein Community Park has a skate park, playgrounds and a disc golf course. Hikers and cyclists can use the park to access Oak Leaf Trail, a paved pathway that winds all the way to Milwaukee. About 3 miles northeast of the neighborhood, Grant Park has playgrounds, soccer fields, an 18-hole golf course and a beach overlooking Lake Michigan. The South Milwaukee Little League's fields are less than half a mile east of the neighborhood.
Get some fresh air at Abendschein Community Park in Blakewood.
Walk to Grant Park Beach from Blakewood.
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Olive Tree Café and The Seafood Shack
About half a mile south of Blakewood, Olive Tree Café serves Mediterranean dishes for breakfast and lunch. The Seafood Shack, less than a half mile north of Blakewood, serves fresh-caught fish and has happy hours from 4 to 10 p.m. every Monday. Just off the neighborhood's northeast corner, there are options like Starbucks, Aldi and Pick' n Save.
The Olive Tree Cafe is a local favorite in Blakewood.
The Fish Fry at The Seafood Shack is the place to be on Friday nights in Blakewood.
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Oak Creek Historical Society and South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center
"For entertainment beyond the local church and bars, people go to Milwaukee," says Realtor Martin Larson, who sells property in South Milwaukee with Coldwell Banker Homesale Realty. However, the neighborhood does have access to a few options. On Blakewood's southern border, Oak Creek Historical Society is based out of five historic buildings, including a stone house built in the 1870s. The society hosts blacksmithing demonstrations and Union Civil War reenactors. Over 2 miles north of Blakewood, the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center hosts cover artists and student theatrical productions.
Blakewood is a tight-knit community in South Milwaukee.
A modern glass hall beautifies the entrance at South Milwaukee High School
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Commuting to Milwaukee
Downtown Milwaukee is 10 miles north of Blakewood via South Pennsylvania Avenue and Wisconsin Highway 794. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 5 miles north of the neighborhood via East Drexel Avenue and South Howell Avenue. There are two bus stops along 32nd Memorial Highway on the neighborhood's eastern border.
Hop on the bus from Blakewood and be in downtown Milwaukee in 20 minutes.
Beautiful downtown Milwaukee is 20 minutes from Blakewood.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
13 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blakewood
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blakewood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blakewood, South Milwaukee sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blakewood, South Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $1,299,950, up 143% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Come check out this charming home! It boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, vaulted ceilings in the living room along with a natural fireplace. New roof, gutters and beautiful siding within the last year! It also has fresh paint, new carpeting, and a lovely new front door. You will appreciate the convenience of being near schools, parks, and shopping. Don't miss the opportunity to make this
Amazing, contemporary, soaring ceilings, skylights island, kitchen with quartz countertops, first floor, laundry, stone, look porcelain tile in kitchen, breakfast, family room, laundry room and half bath, huge master bedroom with large walk-in closet, master bath with Separate tub and walk in shower private backyard with 23' x 23' paver patio full basement
Beautiful 3BR, 2.5BA Colonial in South Milwaukee, near schools, parks, Drexel Town Square, and just minutes from the Oak Creek border! The main level features a bright living room, private office, and a spacious kitchen with peninsula, pantry, and dinette with patio doors leading to the deck and fenced backyard. The cozy family room offers a gas fireplace, picture window, and built-ins. Upstairs,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,862
Median Age
47
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,588
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$110,500
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
College Graduates
29.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.2%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
50''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
32/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 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.
