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East End

East End

Neighborhood in Superior, Wisconsin

Douglas County 54880

$244,569 Average Value
$164 Average Price per Sq Ft
5 Homes For Sale

Older homes contribute to East End's charm

Known colloquially as “OId Town” for its 1853 origins, East End is a community with old bones amid modern conveniences. Route 53, the thoroughfare which separates this community from Lake Superior, takes commuters straight into downtown. Neat residential blocks interlock as close as 500 feet to the lakefront. “In East End, you’ve got a mix of some of the oldest homes in Superior and some of the 50-year-old homes as well,” says Realtor Megan Wilson of Re/Max Results. East End shows its community vibe through an annual event known as Family Fun Days. Once a year, families convene towards the end of summer for a day of raffles, rummage sales, games and a pet parade. “It’s more about the little events,” says Wilson.
East End Family Fun Days is held in August.
East End Family Fun Days is held in August.
East End is sometimes called “Old Town” because of its 19th century origins and vintage homes.
East End is sometimes called “Old Town” because of its 19th century origins and vintage homes.
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Fun on or near Lake Superior

Lake Superior hugs the neighborhood’s eastern edge, inviting locals and visitors for weekend fun by simply crossing the street. Barker's Island, at about a mile in length, connects via a short causeway, offering everything from a beach, to a marina, to a prime fishing spot, to a maritime museum to a hotel and conference center. It's also encircled by Osaugie Trail, which continues along the mainland's shoreline in both directions for pedestrians, cyclists and joggers. Also back on the mainland, Washington Park stretches across Fifth Street into two general parcels. One is an unmarked green space, and the other is a dedicated playground area. Carl Gullo Park shares a block with the plain green space, providing two tennis courts and a basketball court.
Carl Gullo Park has an ice-skating rink open during the winter months.
Carl Gullo Park has an ice-skating rink open during the winter months.
Washington Park playground is across the street from Carl Gullo Park Superior Wisconsin.
Washington Park playground is across the street from Carl Gullo Park Superior Wisconsin.
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Casual bites and dives walkable from the waterfront

Locals have few options for dining in the immediate area but can easily grab an afternoon drink at Pudges or Hudy’s Bar along 5th Street. These two dives are within walking distance of the Super One Foods across the street. Culver’s and McDonald’s appear on either side of US Highway 58, offering quick bites just a few hundred feet from the waterfront. The closest sit-down restaurant option would be Guadalajara, a Mexican restaurant serving plates of chicken, rice and beans. “When you get farther east, there’s Gronk’s, known for its upside-down burgers, and Eddies World Famous Ribs,” says Wilson. Super One Foods is centrally located for convenient grocery shopping.
Pudge's offers casual drinks in East End Superior Wisconsin.
Pudge's offers casual drinks in East End Superior Wisconsin.
Hardware Hank in East End sits alongside the old town stores of 5th Street.
Hardware Hank in East End sits alongside the old town stores of 5th Street.
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No-frills single-family homes in East End

Narrow residential streets form a grid through the neighborhood, extending to within sight of the lakefront. These streets offer little room for street parking. Although the area has sidewalks on nearly every block, they are also pretty narrow. Lot sizes average about 5,000 square feet, on which modest cottages, bungalows and ranch-style homes sit. These early-to-mid-20th-century homes fetch between $120,000 and $300,000.
East End residents like to decorate their lawns in whimsical ways.
East End residents like to decorate their lawns in whimsical ways.
East End cottages are among the most sought-after vintage styles in Superior Wisconsin.
East End cottages are among the most sought-after vintage styles in Superior Wisconsin.
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Catching the bus into Downtown Superior or Duluth

Getting around Superior is easy, whether driving the 4-mile commute downtown or sitting through a 22-minute bus ride. Reaching Downtown Duluth is about double the duration, a 10-mile stretch that’s 20 minutes by car and 47 minutes by bus. The Duluth International Airport sits 16 miles northwest.
Duluth Transit Authority buses serve the East End community of Superior Wisconsin.
Duluth Transit Authority buses serve the East End community of Superior Wisconsin.
East End is where the charm of older homes meets modern conveniences in Superior Wisconsin.
East End is where the charm of older homes meets modern conveniences in Superior Wisconsin.
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Chilly weather brings concerns

Like many areas on or near the Great Lakes, Duluth carries winter weather concerns with it. “Lake Superior is a weather maker,” says Realtor Tom Acton of Re/Max Results. “Because of the wind coming off the lake, you keep a jacket in your car year-round.”

Attending Superior Public Schools

Students in East End attend class within the Superior School District, rated B-minus overall by Niche. They start at Great Lakes Elementary, also rated B-minus, before moving on to C-rated Superior Middle. Superior High gets a B-minus and offers drama and mock trial extracurriculars.
Great Lakes Elementary serves Superior Wisconsin students grades K through five.
Great Lakes Elementary serves Superior Wisconsin students grades K through five.
East End students attend Superior Middle School in Wisconsin.
East End students attend Superior Middle School in Wisconsin.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Duluth International

31 min drive

Bus

05 St & 26 Ae

Bus

31 Ae & 05 St

Bus

05 St & 24 Ae

Bus

31 Ae & 04 St

Bus

05 St & 20 Ae

Bus

05 St & 28 Ae

Bus

05 St & 21 Ae

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime East End US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

East End Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$211,260
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$200,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
85
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$164

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
309
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
2006
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,045
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,960
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,697
Median Age
41
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,287
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,692

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.2%
College Graduates
30.4%
Advanced Degrees
8.9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.9%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
6°F
Average Summer High Temperature
75°F
Annual Snowfall
69''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

35 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

31 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

21 / 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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