Why Live in Clayton Crest
Clayton Crest, located in Milwaukee's Garden District, is a neighborhood known for its lush, well-maintained gardens, thanks to the presence of a major landscape supply store. The area saw significant development post-World War II, resulting in a variety of home styles including early-20th-century Tudors, ranch-style homes, split-levels, Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods, and contemporary suburban builds. Sidewalks line most streets, making it relatively walkable. Families benefit from proximity to James Fenimore Cooper School, a K-8 institution with a holistic curriculum, and Ronald Wilson Reagan College Preparatory High School, which offers a highly regarded International Baccalaureate program. Clayton Crest features several parks, including Cooper Park with tennis courts, a baseball diamond, and a soccer field, and Copernicus Park, known for its serene walking trails and forested areas. The neighborhood's South 27th Street is a bustling business corridor with a mix of big-box retailers, grocery stores, and locally owned businesses like Benny’s Café and The Edge Sports Bar. For those needing to commute, downtown Milwaukee is about a 15-minute drive via Interstate 94, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is just 3 miles away. Clayton Crest also boasts a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical choice for families and individuals alike.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Clayton Crest a good place to live?
Clayton Crest is a good place to live. Clayton Crest is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Clayton Crest is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Clayton Crest has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.3 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $89,657 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 36.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Clayton Crest are home owners, with 22.3% of residents renting and 77.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Clayton Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Clayton Crest neighborhood guide.
Is Clayton Crest, WI a safe neighborhood?
Clayton Crest, WI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Clayton Crest?
The median home price in Clayton Crest is $371,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.77%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,930 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $83K a year to afford the median home price in Clayton Crest. The average household income in Clayton Crest is $90K.
What are the best public schools in Clayton Crest?
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Home Trends in Clayton Crest, WI
On average, homes in Clayton Crest, Milwaukee sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Clayton Crest, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $368,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$368,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$366,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$208
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$371,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%