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A supportive, small-town vibe
The homes in Henderson Park may be older, but the neighborhood is seeing a lot of new growth. Shops and restaurants fill empty buildings, streets and sidewalks get facelifts and a new spirit has come to the area. "We chose to move and set up our business here from 200 miles away," says Jamie Phoenix, owner of Ultratwist Vintage in Henderson Park. "We liked the proximity to Milwaukee, but also that West Allis has a supportive, small-town vibe of its own." While West Allis is a growing Milwaukee suburb rebounding from industrial fallout a few decades ago, Henderson Park exemplifies that change with its new hotel, apartment complex and shopping plazas replacing the open spaces left behind when factories closed.
Century-old homes and many duplexes
The makeup of each street in Henderson Park varies from one to the next, with usage and diversity increasing as the city grows. "The neighborhood has an interesting mix of residential and commercial buildings," Phoenix says. "There are houses and apartments right next to stores, restaurants and schools." The neighborhood also has a large assisted living facility on National Avenue. The neighborhood's interior streets are primarily residential, with bungalows, ranch-style homes, Victorians and American Foursquares. Some Victorians date back to the 1890s and are adorned with Witch's hat turrets, bay windows and wrap-around porches. Detached garages are at the back of narrow driveways, and front yards are on small hills. Most homes are only a few feet from the streets — sidewalks and front doors are usually separated by only a handful of cement steps, flower beds and short porches. Single-family homes are slightly more expensive than duplexes, ranging between $220,000 and $380,000, as opposed to $200,000 and $340,000. Nearly half of the homes sold in recent years are duplexes or multi-family homes, and the area's houses sell in under two weeks on the market.
First-time buyers love Henderson Park's affordable bungalows.
Spacious American Foursquares add charm to Henderson Park.
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A push for locally-owned businesses
When West Allis' major factories, like the manufacturer Allis-Chalmers, shut down in the late 1900s, the city saw a significant decrease in businesses, shopping and dining. But in the past 15 years, the city has bounced back, and many locally-owned restaurants and stores have set up shop towards the city's eastern side. Ultratwist Vintage opened in June 2023 along National Avenue. The funky store sells authentic vintage, modern resale and retro-style new clothing. "What I am most proud of is creating a very inclusive space," Phoenix says. "We offer inclusive styles, sizes and prices so no matter where someone is at in their life, they can find something they love and can take home." Paulie's Pub & Eatery is right across from the fairgrounds and has activities going on year-round. The American pub has outdoor seating, TVs for every sports game and weekly live music. A few small shopping strips with restaurants, a pharmacy and salons are along South 84th Street. Large shopping plazas with grocery stores, department stores, home improvement stores and chain restaurants are about 3 miles west and east.
Classic comfort food awaits at 84th Street Classic Cafe in Henderson Park.
Discover unique and vintage pieces at the Ultratwist Vintage in Henderson Park.
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Landing tricks and exploring history at nearby parks
Helmets are encouraged at Joyce Radtke Park. The skate park at the neighborhood's southwestern corner has skate bowls, obstacles and ramps for practicing new tricks. When the sun sets early in fall, skaters and bikers don't need to head home now that the park is lighted at night. For a pick-up soccer or baseball game, residents can head to Honey Creek Park in the Honey Creek Settlement neighborhood. The park is also home to some historic sights, like the city's old log cabin schoolhouse and tombstones in the cemetery that date back to the mid-1800s. Perhaps the most prominent entertainment attraction in West Allis is Wisconsin State Fair Park. The state fair attracts over 1,000,000 visitors annually over two weeks and is within walking distance of every home in Henderson Park. Only West Greenfield Avenue separates the neighborhood from the fairgrounds and Milwaukee Mile, the oldest operational motor raceway in the world.
Take a stroll through local history at the Honey Creek Park in Henderson Park.
The Wisconsin State Fair brings families together from all around the country.
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National Avenue provides connectivity
Henderson Park is in a very accessible location, bordered to the north by West Greenfield Avenue and intersected by National Avenue. Both streets head east to West Allis' growing downtown center, and "National Avenue stretches all the way from downtown Milwaukee proper to rural farmlands," Phoenix says. "And we're smack dab in the middle of it all." Downtown Milwaukee is 7 miles away, with the fastest route being via Interstate 94. Onramps to the interstate are only a mile north, and those who take public transportation can hop on one of the many buses traveling along the neighborhood's borders. The Wisconsin State Fair has large parking lots, but they fill up quickly. Due to the neighborhood's proximity, parking and traffic on Henderson Park's residential streets can be an issue for those two weeks of the year.
Downtown Milwaukee is a short 15 minute drive from Henderson Park via I-94.
Hedenrson Park's bus stops provide residents with easy public transit options.
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More than 50 athletic programs and social clubs at Nathan Hale High
Students in Henderson Park are enrolled in the West Allis-West Milwaukee School District, one of the top 10 most diverse districts in Wisconsin. Most kids living in the neighborhood will begin learning at Wilson Elementary School. The elementary school receives a C-plus from Niche, and Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School gets a C. Home of the Huskies, Nathan Hale High School has a competitive athletics department with 22 afterschool sports programs for students to participate in. There are over 30 non-athletic clubs, like Video Game Club, Rainbow Alliance and Crafting Club. The high school is rated a B-minus. James E. Dottke Alternative School is in Henderson Park and is rated a B-minus.
This modern front entrance welcomes you to Nathan High School in West Allis≥
The Front entrance at Woodrow Wilson Elementary School.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,403
Median Age
40
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,197
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,472
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
25.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
79/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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