Blakewood Home for Sale

Blakewood in South Milwaukee is a suburban neighborhood characterized by flat, sidewalk-lined streets and a variety of home styles. The area features ranch-style homes from the 1970s with brick and wood exteriors, split-level homes from the same era, and contemporary-style houses from the late 1980s. Many homes have attached garages and above-ground pools in their backyards. Riverton Meadows, located two blocks south, offers a playground and open field for sports, while Abendschein Community Park, less than 2 miles west, includes a skate park, playgrounds, and a disc golf course. Grant Park, about 3 miles northeast, provides playgrounds, soccer fields, an 18-hole golf course, and a beach overlooking Lake Michigan. Dining options near Blakewood include Olive Tree Café and The Seafood Shack, both within half a mile. For shopping, residents have access to Starbucks, Aldi, and Pick' n Save just off the neighborhood's northeast corner. The Oak Creek Historical Society on Blakewood's southern border hosts blacksmithing demonstrations and Civil War reenactments. Downtown Milwaukee is 10 miles north, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 5 miles away. Public transportation is available with bus stops along 32nd Memorial Highway. While the local schools have mixed ratings, South Milwaukee High School offers an apprenticeship program in various fields. A sewage treatment plant less than 2 miles east can occasionally cause odors depending on the wind direction.