Why Live in Columbus Park
Columbus Park, located on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side, is a walkable neighborhood where over 4,000 residents enjoy easy access to essential amenities. Gridded residential blocks have a variety of single-family homes, including pre-World War II bungalows, Tudor and Colonial Revivals, Cape Cods and ranch-style houses. Education is a highlight, with Craig Montessori School offering a curriculum focused on human development and fine arts. Other schools, like Lancaster School and Grantosa Drive Elementary, provide smaller class sizes. Marshall High School offers career-focused programs. Indigenous Peoples’ Park has a playground, splash pad and athletic fields, all within walking distance of most homes. Local eateries include An Ox Café, known for its Asian comfort food, and Burrito Bueno, which has a hearty buffet and tequila bar. Nearby grocery stores include Save A Lot and Hmong Town. Downtown Milwaukee has more restaurants, bars and entertainment, less than 20 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbus Park a good place to live?
Columbus Park is a good place to live. Columbus Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Columbus Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.8 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $72,263 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Columbus Park are home owners, with 47.4% of residents renting and 52.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Columbus Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Columbus Park neighborhood guide.
Is Columbus Park, WI a safe neighborhood?
Columbus Park, WI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Columbus Park?
The median home price in Columbus Park is $229,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $45,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $48K a year to afford the median home price in Columbus Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Columbus Park is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Columbus Park?
The best public schools that serve Columbus Park are:
What are the best private schools in Columbus Park?
The best private schools that serve Columbus Park are:
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Are home prices dropping in Columbus Park?
Yes, home prices in Columbus Park are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Columbus Park, WI
On average, homes in Columbus Park, Milwaukee sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Columbus Park, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $215,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$144
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
39
Median List Price
$229,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%