Why Live in Silver Swan
Silver Swan, located on Milwaukee’s Northwest Side, is an industry-heavy neighborhood about 8 miles from downtown. Over 3,200 people live in the area, which has a mix of offices, warehouses and residential properties. Many residents live in apartments, while others occupy single-family homes, including modest ranch-style houses from the mid-to-late 20th century, Cape Cods and early 1900s bungalows. Nearby schools include the William Cullen Bryant School, which offers STEAM-focused instruction for kindergarten through fifth grade, and Grantosa Drive School. High school students can attend James Madison Academic Campus, which offers career-oriented programs. Nearby local restaurants include Los Tres Amigos and Gianelli’s Pizza & Chicken Man, providing a variety of dining options. The Goodwill Workforce Connection Center is nearby and has a large store of second-hand items and workforce readiness classes. Residents can play on the ballfield at Bryant Playfield or visit the Oak Leaf Trail’s Menomonee Line for scenic walks and bike rides. The neighborhood also hosts community classes, like hip-hop dancing, at Bryant School. Hmong Town, Save A Lot, Sam’s Club and Woodman’s Food Market are nearby grocery stores. Intestate 41 leads 20 minutes downtown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silver Swan a good place to live?
Silver Swan is a good place to live. Silver Swan is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Silver Swan is a suburban neighborhood. Silver Swan has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.6 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $60,842 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 7.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Silver Swan are renters, with 74.1% of residents renting and 25.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Silver Swan can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Silver Swan neighborhood guide.
Is Silver Swan, WI a safe neighborhood?
Silver Swan, WI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 8 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Silver Swan?
The median home price in Silver Swan is $209,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $42,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,010 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $43K a year to afford the median home price in Silver Swan. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Silver Swan is $61K.
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Home Trends in Silver Swan, WI
On average, homes in Silver Swan, Milwaukee sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Silver Swan, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $200,000, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$200,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$212,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$209,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$152
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$209,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%