Why Live in Grover Heights
Grover Heights, located on Milwaukee’s Far North Side, is a predominantly industrial neighborhood with fewer than 100 homes, yet it offers proximity to main roads, shopping centers, parks and employers. The area is conveniently situated at the intersection of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Capitol Drive, with Interstate 43 providing a quick 10-minute drive less than 5 miles south to downtown Milwaukee and easy access to Lake Michigan. The limited housing in the area consists of 1930s wood-framed duplexes, Cape Cods and bungalows with neutral wood and vinyl siding. Residents enjoy the outdoors at nearby Lincoln Park and Estabrook Park, both of which offer direct access to the Milwaukee River. Lincoln Park spans 313 acres and includes a nine-hole golf course, sports facilities and the David F. Schulz Aquatic Center. Estabrook Park, with its 125 acres, features walking trails, a skatepark and an 18-hole disc golf course, along with the popular Estabrook Beer Garden. Dining options include Solly’s Grille, known for its butter burgers, and Sprecher Brewing Co., Milwaukee’s oldest craft brewery. The neighborhood is also conveniently located near the Riverworks Center, where residents can find Walmart, Walgreens, Outpost Natural Foods, and Aldi. For education, Rufus King International High School, a highly rated school with an International Baccalaureate program, is just a short drive away. It rates highly in the state for college prep and diversity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Grover Heights a good place to live?
Grover Heights is a good place to live. Grover Heights is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Grover Heights has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $40,184 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Grover Heights are renters, with 63.3% of residents renting and 36.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Grover Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Grover Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Grover Heights, WI a safe neighborhood?
Grover Heights, WI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Grover Heights?
The median home price in Grover Heights is $99,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $19,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.09%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $21K a year to afford the median home price in Grover Heights. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Grover Heights is $40K.
What are the best public schools in Grover Heights?
The best public schools that serve Grover Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Grover Heights?
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Are home prices dropping in Grover Heights?
Yes, home prices in Grover Heights are down 17% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Grover Heights, WI
On average, homes in Grover Heights, Milwaukee sell after 86 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Grover Heights, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $82,515, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$82,515
Median Single Family Sale Price
$78,125
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$92
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Median List Price
$99,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
25%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-15%