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A blend of calm and convenience
Houses from the middle of the 20th century line up along slightly curving roads, free from traffic and shaded by tall trees in Eckel Woods. Aurora West Allis Medical Center, the city's main hospital and a major employer, takes up about one-fifth of the neighborhood. "I expected the area to be noisy because of the hospital, but surprisingly, it wasn't at all," says Alice Bush, Realtor at Realty Executives Integrity, who has 40 years of experience in Milwaukee real estate. "There must be some rule for the emergency vehicles to turn off their sirens within a few blocks of the hospital." A short walk away from schools, restaurants, parks and one of the largest employers in West Allis, Eckel Woods is still "Very much suburban at its core," Bush says. "It's a sweet little pocket of West Allis."
Eckel Woods features a variety of classic brick ranch-style homes.
The Aurora West Allis Medical Center takes up the northern corner of Eckel Woods.
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More spacious yards than nearby neighborhoods
When a home comes on the market in Eckel Woods – which is not often – it usually sells in under two weeks. Houses are not particularly big, and they sell at prices just slightly above the West Allis average, but they come with more spacious yards and a strong neighborhood atmosphere. "The yards are much deeper than most neighborhoods in West Allis," Bush says. "The sellers I worked with had a fence installed and let their dogs run around back there. They were also sad to leave the area, and many of their neighbors stopped by with gifts and to say goodbye before they moved." Fences separate most yards, but some owners keep the space between them uninterrupted for backyard get-togethers around patios and firepits. Built mostly in the 1950s and 19060s as the city developed westward, ranch-style homes, Cape Cods and cottages make up the neighborhood's designs. The single-family houses sell between $215,000 and $365,000. Some residents live in small apartment buildings along the area's perimeter, and duplexes are not common but sell in the same range as single-family homes. Most driveways lead to detached garages, where residents can park to keep the tree-lined streets free from cars.
Ranch homes on one of Eckel Woods tree lined streets.
Eckel Woods has Ranch homes and cape cods throughout the neighborhood.
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Swimming in the summer and indoor fitness in the winter
McCarty Park is the second largest park in West Allis and a short walk from many homes in Eckel Woods. Originally called Eckel Track, the park was donated in 1944 to West Allis by the same farmer from which Eckel Woods got its name. Walking trails curve around sports courts and fields, play equipment and a fishing pond. However, the standout feature of McCarty Park is the public pool with a two-story-tall waterslide, lap lanes and a designated area for young kids. On cold and snowy days, many drive five minutes west to the West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation Center for its indoor gymnasium and elevated walking track. The center also offers youth and adult programs for fitness, education and performing arts. There are also adaptive programs like camps and day programs for persons with disabilities across all ages.
McCarty Park is a favorite spot among residents for fishing.
Eckel Woods residents have a short drive to the West Allis-West Recreation Center.
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Preparing for life after school with “Career Clusters”
Though the neighborhood is small, only a quarter of a square mile, it is divided into three different zones for elementary education. Most students attend Franklin Elementary School, rated a C-plus by Niche. Others attend Irving Elementary School and Mitchell Elementary School, rated a C-plus and B-minus, respectively. All students come together for middle school at C-rated Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, followed by West Allis Central High School. Rated a C-plus, the high school is just north of the neighborhood and within walking and biking distance of every home. Career Pathway and work-based learning programs are available with 16 concentrations called 'Career Clusters." Clusters are in subjects such as health science, marketing, human services and manufacturing.
Franklin School supports a nurturing learning environment that allows students to thrive.
Central High School has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
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Award-winning Peruvian food
The city of West Allis has exploded in the past 15 years with locally owned restaurants and shops. While most are towards the city's northeast downtown area, a few standouts are close to Eckel Woods, adding to its desirability. "There's a wave of new residents moving into West Allis that are new shoppers, new drinkers and new eaters," says West Allis Mayor Dan Devine. "They want to have a good number of options a short drive away, and it helps that parking is free here." Close to the neighborhood, on West National Avenue, is Chef Paz Restaurant. When she was 12, Chef Maritza Paz began cooking with her mother and learned Peruvian cooking, which takes influence from African, Japanese, Spanish and Incan cuisines. Ceviche and paella are two dishes served at the award-winning restaurant. Rupena's Fine Foods has an in-house butcher, sandwich shop, fresh produce and pantry items. Major grocery stores are west of Interstate 41, among large department stores and casual chain eateries.
Chef Paz Restaurant near Eckel Woods, speacializes in Peruvian cuisine.
Rupena's Fine Foods is just southeast of Eckel Woods.
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Driving to downtown Milwaukee in under 15 minutes
Those working at the hospital can walk there, but commuters working 9 miles away in downtown Milwaukee can hop on a nearby on-ramp to Interstate 41. According to Bush, "Unless you run into traffic, you can get just about anywhere in 15 to 20 minutes. It will probably take you more time to find parking in downtown Milwaukee than it will to drive there." Buses stop along West Lincoln Avenue and South 92nd Street. There are no bike lanes in the neighborhood, but the planning and zoning department of West Allis, in conjunction with the city's engineers, is working to add bike lanes and increase mobility for its residents. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is about 12 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
McCarty Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
21 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Eckel Woods
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eckel Woods, West Allis sell after 7 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Eckel Woods, West Allis over the last 12 months is $298,042, up 17% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home with additional room upstairsperfect for a home office, playroom, or guest space. The bathroom was tastefully refreshed with new tiling and paint within the past 3 years. Step into a spacious front room ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The large picture window facing the south will be sure to please. Eat in kitchen is super convenient. Newer
Property Id: 1141878Well maintained 2 bedroom 1 bath unit with recently updated brand new Quartz countertops! All new electrical and more. Great location, parking is adjacent to West Allis Memorial Hospital. Very safe and quiet area! Central to everything you need. Laundry in basement with new washer and dryer sets for each unit as well as off street parking and locked storage.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,159
Median Age
43
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$71,058
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,013
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.2%
College Graduates
15.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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