Northern Door
Waterfront homes and farms with acreage
This rural area blends waterfront real estate with spacious farms. Wood-paneled cabins and farmhouses are common. Lots average about 1 acre, but are often larger, allowing for barns, guesthouses and other outbuildings. Maintaining the agricultural heritage is a sentiment shared throughout the area, according to Jorgenson, who herself has horses and cows. While many residents are seasonal, most homes are winterproofed for year-round living. The median single-family price is about $690,000, over twice that of nearby Green Bay. Waterfront properties can cost between $1 and $5 million. Jorgenson says water levels can rise seasonally and potentially damage docks and erode land. "It's not a big deal, it's just something we know is going to happen," she says. Condos are also widely available.Boating, camping, stargazing and other outdoor activities
For Jorgenson and many other residents, it's all about being outdoors. "Hiking, biking, walking, fishing, boating — we do all those things on a regular basis," she says. Sandy beaches are located along the sprawling shoreline. Washington Island's Schoolhouse Beach is unique for its smooth, glacier-polished limestone rocks. At the peninsula's far end, Newport State Park is a designated dark sky park with ideal conditions for stargazing. Locals kayak alongside tall bluffs and camp at Peninsula State Park, with over 460 campsites to claim. "We go to camp there even though it's only 20 minutes away because it's so beautiful," Jorgenson says. "It's like you're getting away even though it's not far away." In the winter, many residents take up ice fishing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing.Downtowns with bars, restauarants and boutiques
Fish Creek, Egg Harbor and Sister Bay are the main shopping and dining destinations, with bars, restaurants and boutiques.The options are more limited in the winter when many businesses close for the off-season. "In the last 10 years, the town of Sister Bay has purchased a lot of waterfront, and that was the smartest thing they ever did because they've left it open so that everyone can enjoy the water," Jorgenson says. Franchises are uncommon, and most towns have an independent market with fresh produce and other grocery items. Sister Bay also has a Piggly Wiggly. Al Johnson's is Sister Bay's famous Swedish restaurant where goats graze on the grass roof. Inside, servers wear traditional Swedish attire and patrons enjoy Swedish meatballs, lingonberry pancakes and other breakfast and lunch items.Public and private school options
Three of Door County's school districts fall in this area, each offering one elementary, middle and high school. Sevastopol School District and Gibraltar Area School District earn overall A-minus grades from Niche, and Washington Island School District earns a C-plus. With small enrollment sizes, students benefit from more individual attention. The A-minus-rated Gibraltar High School boasts strong athletic and academic programs, including 18 advanced placement classes. Private school options include St. John Bosco Catholic School and St. Peter's Lutheran Elementary School.Events and activities throughout the year
Northern Door has a creative spirit, from local theater troupes to art classes, galleries, open mic nights and concerts. In its 90th season, the Peninsula Players Theatre performs summer shows in an open-air venue near the lake. Events and festivals fill the calendar throughout the year, from Fourth of July fireworks to wine and beer fests and fishing tournaments. Dating back about 80 years, the Sister Bay Fall Fest has become one of the peninsula's largest gatherings and features an arts and crafts show, a fish boil and parade. The winter brings a European-style Christmas market with Nordic foods to enjoy while shopping.Highways and ferry services
Highways 42 and 57 are the main arteries through the peninsula. Traffic can pick up in Sister Bay during tourist season. The Door County-Washington Island ferry carries locals to and from the island. It operates throughout the day during the busy season and is more limited in the winter months. Green Bay is about 85 miles south from the tip of the peninsula. Fixed bus routes aren't available, but Door County Connect offers on-demand rides.
Written By
Liz Coughlin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Molly Kunst
Molly Kunst
Sarkis & Associates
(920) 547-1826
80 Total Sales
48 in Northern Door
$52K - $1.5M Price Range
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Dawn Sullivan
Dawn Sullivan
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(815) 991-4782
76 Total Sales
4 in Northern Door
$55K - $855K Price Range
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Erika Skogg
Erika Skogg
Shorewest Realtors
(646) 517-5297
74 Total Sales
19 in Northern Door
$85K - $1.4M Price Range
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Lisa Bougneit
Lisa Bougneit
Keller Williams Green Bay
(920) 600-9865
52 Total Sales
3 in Northern Door
$335K - $830K Price Range
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Alex Roup
Alex Roup
Todd Wiese Homeselling System, Inc.
(920) 600-9839
240 Total Sales
2 in Northern Door
$425K - $460K Price Range
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Ame Grail
Ame Grail
Sarkis & Associates
(920) 347-8855
94 Total Sales
25 in Northern Door
$16K - $2.3M Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Polar Plunge
Fish Creek Park
Sand Dunes Park
Schauer Park
Mud Lake State Wildlife Area
Sister Bay Beach and Waterfront Park
Sister Bay Dog Park
Noble Square
Garrett Bay Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Northern Door | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Northern Door Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Northern Door, Sturgeon Bay sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Northern Door, Sturgeon Bay over the last 12 months is $493,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$493,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$692,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$520,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$340,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
390
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$360
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,030
Number of Homes for Sale
171
Median Year Built
1996
Months of Supply
5.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,964
On par with the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,942
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,221
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
589
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
43,560
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 241 - 3pm
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Sunday, Jul 272 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,650 - $1,695 per month
- NIAGARA RIDGE
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,120+ Sq Ft
- 10625 N Highland Rd
- Sister Bay, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,837
Median Age
60
Population under 18
14.3%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
41.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,460
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,360
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
47.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
51%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
31''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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