Why Live in Sunset Heights
Sunset Heights is a vibrant and diverse Milwaukee community with a significant Orthodox Jewish community. The area is home to Congregation Beth Jehudah and shops like QuicKosher. This mostly residential neighborhood has many homes that date back to the 1930s or earlier. Homes here are known for their German craftsmanship and distinct woodwork, brick and stonework. The houses include cottages, bungalows, ranches, Tudors and Colonial Revivals. The neighborhood is well-maintained, with manicured lawns and stone-lined garden beds. Located about 2 miles away, Dineen Park offers over 60 acres of recreational space. Its amenities include tennis courts, a playground, a splash pad, a large duck pond and a disc golf course. Sherman Park, located closer to the neighborhood, offers additional green space, tennis courts and community garden plots. West Burleigh Street, known as The Mosaic on Burleigh, has a variety of locally owned businesses, including Bud's Bar & Grill and Sherman Perk Coffee Shop. Route 145 provides access to downtown Milwaukee, 5 miles away, while Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital - St. Joseph is located directly south of the neighborhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Heights a good place to live?
Sunset Heights is a good place to live. Sunset Heights is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Sunset Heights is a historic neighborhood. Sunset Heights has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 16.7 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $54,033 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19% of residents. A majority of residents in Sunset Heights are renters, with 50.7% of residents renting and 49.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sunset Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sunset Heights neighborhood guide.
Is Sunset Heights, WI a safe neighborhood?
Sunset Heights, WI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sunset Heights?
The median home price in Sunset Heights is $185,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $37,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $900 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $39K a year to afford the median home price in Sunset Heights. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Sunset Heights is $54K.
What are the best public schools in Sunset Heights?
The best public schools that serve Sunset Heights are:
What are the best private schools in Sunset Heights?
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Are home prices dropping in Sunset Heights?
Yes, home prices in Sunset Heights are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Sunset Heights, WI
On average, homes in Sunset Heights, Milwaukee sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset Heights, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $172,000, down 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$172,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$168,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$248,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$114
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median List Price
$185,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-18%