Why Live in Rolling Green
Rolling Green, located on Milwaukee’s southwest side, is a small neighborhood known for its mid-1900s architecture, featuring ranches, bungalows, and Cape Cods. Homes typically range from 1,000 to 2,000 square feet, with prices starting at $200,000. Detached garages and green lawns with mature trees are common. The area also includes multi-family properties like duplexes and condo complexes. Rolling Green is within walking distance of the Academy of Accelerated Learning, a well-regarded elementary school offering the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, contributing to its appeal for families. The new Powerline Trail, a 3-mile paved path, provides a recreational space connecting to the Oak Leaf Trail. Local dining options include Antique Indian Restaurant and Tanino’s Italian & American Restaurant. For more extensive shopping and dining, residents head to Greenfield’s commercial center, just a mile away, featuring Southridge Mall, a movie theater, Walmart, and Sendik’s Food Market. Konkel Park, 3 miles away, hosts a weekly farmers market in warmer months. Rolling Green is conveniently close to two interstates, allowing for a 20-minute drive to downtown Milwaukee, though rush hour can extend this to 40 minutes. Bus lines offer additional transit options, primarily for shorter trips. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 8 miles away, providing easy access without the disturbance of airplane noise.
