Why Live in Highwood Estates
Highwood Estates in Milwaukee is characterized by mid-20th-century single-family homes, predominantly ranch-style with two to three bedrooms and detached garages. The neighborhood also features some two-story Colonial Revival homes and multi-family buildings along its exterior streets. Properties are well-maintained, with uniform lot sizes that include short front yards and square backyards suitable for patios or gardens. Highwood Estates is within walking distance of Euclid Park and River Bend Park, which offer playgrounds, basketball courts, and shaded benches. Nearby McCarty Park in West Allis provides 52 acres of green space, including sports facilities and a seasonal pool. Dining options include Tanino's for Italian cuisine and Antique Indian Restaurant Bar & Grills for Indian dishes. Shopping is accessible, with extensive options less than 3 miles away on South 108th Street. For entertainment, AMF West Lanes offers bowling with nightly specials. The neighborhood has minimal through traffic, well-maintained streets, and sidewalks. Commuters can reach downtown Milwaukee, 12 miles away, via Interstates 41, 43, and 94. Aurora West Allis Medical Center, a major employer, is less than 2 miles north. While Milwaukee Public Schools offer various options, nearby schools have mixed ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highwood Estates a good place to live?
Highwood Estates is a good place to live. Highwood Estates is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Highwood Estates is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Highwood Estates has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 12.1 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $59,810 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Highwood Estates are renters, with 58.1% of residents renting and 41.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Highwood Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Highwood Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Highwood Estates, WI a safe neighborhood?
Highwood Estates, 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 Highwood Estates?
The median home price in Highwood Estates is $325,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Highwood Estates. The average household income in Highwood Estates is $60K.
What are the best public schools in Highwood Estates?
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Home Trends in Highwood Estates, WI
On average, homes in Highwood Estates, Milwaukee sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Highwood Estates, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $325,000.
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$174
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%