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Rainbow Gardens has a strong community that gathers for events
Rainbow Gardens is close to the highway, a busy shopping strip and some big outdoor attractions. It's who lives in Rainbow Gardens, however, that sets it apart from other nearby neighborhoods with relatively affordable homes and easy access to everyday amenities. The area has an active neighborhood association with regular events that promote a strong sense of community and friendliness. "The people most excited about getting involved are those who just moved here," says Suzanne Singh, West Allis's community and neighborhood services coordinator. "They're looking for community and a place to call home base."
Rainbow Gardens is a tight-knit community in West Allis, WI.
People come from all over Wisconsin for the State Fair near Rainbow Gardens.
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Some of the city's newer homes, despite approaching 100 years.
The City of West Allis developed westward, and Rainbow Gardens is at the westernmost point of the city. Though homes are from 1930 through 1970, they are among the city's newest. "There is a nice housing stock and affordable prices," Singh says. Cape Cods, small Colonial Revivals, ranch-style and split-level homes have uniform-sized lawns, often with detached garages and privacy fences around the back. Homes sell between $200,000 and $450,000, with the largest and most well-maintained among the most expensive. With a median price of $270,000, Rainbow Gardens has one of the higher medians for West Allis neighborhoods but is still about $100,000 less than the national median. Houses regularly sell in less than two weeks after listing.
Cozy, single family homes are found throughout Rainbow Gardens.
Rainbow Gardens is a peaceful suburb outside of bustling Milwaukee.
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The neighborhood association is revitalizing with new events and members
According to Singh, the Rainbow Gardens Neighborhood Association was one of the original recognized associations in West Allis. Like many other associations in the city, they went dormant in 2020. "They have since recently revitalized, have a new Board of Directors and are actively engaging with residents through community meetings, events and socials," Singh says. Events include an ice cream social, a pumpkin carving and Halloween event in October, a winter festival and an Easter egg hunt at Rainbow Park. There are also regular safety and board meetings for residents to gather and share ideas for improving the community.
Candy Cane Lane near Rainbow Gardens raises funds for cancer research each year.
Try your hand at pumpkin bowling at Harvest Fair near Rainbow Gardens.
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Baseball leagues and a community garden at Rainbow Park
Rainbow Park is at the center of Rainbow Gardens, north of most homes but south of the large industrial park that borders Interstate 94 and takes up half the neighborhood. Little League and adult baseball leagues play at the park's two diamonds, and soccer teams practice on the large field. In addition to tennis courts, a newly installed playground and a wading pool, the park has a community garden with plots available through The Extension Milwaukee County Garden Rental program. Greenfield Park is next door, south of West Greenfield Avenue. The park is the largest in West Allis and has a full golf course, a water park and walking trails through dense woods. Giraffes, elephants, flamingos and cheetahs all live within 2 miles of the neighborhood at the Milwaukee County Zoo.
Rainbow Park is a vast green space in Rainbow Gardens.
Greenfield Park is a beautiful park near Rainbow Gardens.
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Fifteen minutes from Milwaukee and smaller nearby cities
Interstate 94 runs along the neighborhood's northern border, leading 9 miles east to downtown Milwaukee. Milwaukee County Transit System buses stop throughout the neighborhood, along Greenfield Avenue, Highway 100 and less busy residential roads. The neighborhood is at the northwest corner of West Allis and close to the nearby cities and villages of Wauwatosa, Brookfield, New Berlin and Elm Grove. "Everything is within 15 minutes of West Allis, especially when using the highway," Singh says. Froedtert Hospital is the nearest hospital, 3 miles northeast in Wauwatosa, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 13 miles southeast.
Rainbow Gardens residents can use the bus system to easily travel to Milwaukee.
Mitchell Airport is 20 minutes from Rainbow Gardens.
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Walking to elementary school, and getting active at converted middle school
Children begin learning at Walker Elementary School, rated B on Niche. The school is in the center of the neighborhood, next to Rainbow Park and within walking distance of every home. Students used to attend Lane Intermediate School in the neighborhood, but the campus was recently converted into an activity and fitness center run by the West Allis-West Milwaukee Recreation and Community Services Department. Instead, students now attend Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School, rated C. Nathan Hale High School is rated B-minus.
Mary Queen of Saints Catholic Academy is a private school in the neighborhood, associated with Mother of Perpetual Help church.
Students in Rainbow Gardens can attend Walker Elementary school.
Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate School is a well-rated school near Rainbow Gardens.
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Highway 100 has a large assortment of stores and restaurants
South 108th Street, also called Highway 100, is along the neighborhood's eastern edge. The busy street goes south, transforming into West Allis' main shopping strip with big-box stores, restaurants, grocery chains and car dealerships. Some locally owned restaurants are near the intersection of West Greenfield Avenue and Highway 100, including Tandoor Restaurant, The Fatty Patty and Sammy's Taste of Chicago. Festival Foods is within a short walk of some homes and a short drive from others.
Rainbow Gardens is near shopping and restaurants on Highway 100.
Rainbow Gardens is a charming neighborhood with a target minutes away.
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Parks in this Area
Rainbow Park
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
23 min drive
Bus
S108 & Washington
Bus
S124 & Washington
Bus
Washington & S116
Bus
Greenfield & S121
Bus
Washington & S119
Bus
Greenfield & S119
Bus
Greenfield & S112
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rainbow Gardens
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
Rainbow Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rainbow Gardens, West Allis sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rainbow Gardens, West Allis over the last 12 months is $482,000.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,675
Median Age
43
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,831
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,601
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
22.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
49''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
39/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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