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Drexel Highlands Homes for Sale

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  • /35

    $299,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,456 Sq Ft

    1333 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

    Step inside this bright and welcoming Cape Cod and feel right at home! Fully remodeled in 2018-19 with thoughtful touches throughout. Updated flooring and a stylish kitchen and bath blend charm with modern convenience. Sunlight pours in through newer windows, including a stunning front picture window added in 2023. Enjoy the seamless flow from room to room, plus 3 cozy bedrooms and plenty of

    The Tighe Team* Keller Williams-MNS Wauwatosa

    1333 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
  • /29

    $430,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,000 Sq Ft

    1700 Drexel Blvd, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

    Welcome to your dream home in South Milwaukee! This beautifully updated 5-bed, 2 full bath gem offers comfort, style, and value. Enjoy peace of mind with a new roof (2024), windows (2023), and extended driveway and cement patio (2021). Inside, you'll love the modern kitchen with quartz countertops and new appliances, main-floor laundry, and versatile living spaces5th bedroom could serve as a den.

    Lisa-Marie Franco-Garcia Realty of America LLC

    1700 Drexel Blvd, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
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    $259,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,808 Sq Ft

    2616 S Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

    Discover this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering a warm blend of character and modern updates. Main level features hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, a cozy family room with a natural fireplace, convenient bedroom, and a versatile den. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, half bath and a flexible bonus spaceperfect for a reading nook or playroom. Partially

    Mari Catencamp Shorewest Realtors - South Metro

    2616 S Chicago Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
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    $239,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 784 Sq Ft

    1311 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

    Adorable starter home in great South Milwaukee neighborhood. Newer Roof 2024 on house and garage. Lower level offers rec room perfect for kids' playroom or finished office area and half bath. Carpet in both bedrooms and hallway new in 2020. Outside features patio area, 1.5 car garage and shed.

    Maria Athens Homestead Realty, Inc

    1311 Marion Ave, South Milwaukee, WI 53172

Why Live in Drexel Highlands

Drexel Highlands in South Milwaukee features a mix of 1920s American Craftsman homes, two-story wood-frame houses, 1940s bungalows, and mid-century ranch styles. The neighborhood's flat terrain and sidewalk-lined streets make it ideal for evening strolls. Some homes include paved driveways, detached garages, patios, gardens, and above-ground pools. While the nearby wastewater treatment facility can occasionally cause odors depending on the wind, residents enjoy convenient access to the Oak Leaf Trail for biking and walking. Grant Park, located three miles northeast, offers soccer fields, playgrounds, an 18-hole golf course, and a beach on Lake Michigan. The South Milwaukee Little League fields are less than a mile away, providing a space for children to play baseball during the summer. Local dining options include The Seafood Shack, known for its fish platter specials and Monday happy hours, McDonald's, Dunkin', Pick 'n Save, Aldi, The Tap Room, which serves craft beer and shows sporting events, and Wild Flour Bakery, a long-standing business selling artisan bread and pastries. Downtown Milwaukee is 10 miles north, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 5 miles away, making travel convenient. The area has a lower crime risk compared to the national average. Local organizations like MARM Farm encourage community involvement through gardening and selling produce at outdoor markets. The South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center, two miles north, hosts various performances, while the Bucyrus Museum offers insights into the local history of steam shovel manufacturing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Drexel Highlands a good place to live?
Drexel Highlands is a good place to live. Drexel Highlands is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. It has a median age of 43. The average household income is $93,848 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 24.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Drexel Highlands are home owners, with 28.2% of residents renting and 71.8% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Drexel Highlands can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Drexel Highlands neighborhood guide.
Is Drexel Highlands, WI a safe neighborhood?
Drexel Highlands, WI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Drexel Highlands?
The median home price in Drexel Highlands is $955,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $191,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,950 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $212K a year to afford the median home price in Drexel Highlands. The average household income in Drexel Highlands is $94K.
What are the best public schools in Drexel Highlands?
The best public schools that serve Drexel Highlands are:
What are the best private schools in Drexel Highlands?
The best private schools that serve Drexel Highlands are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Drexel Highlands, South Milwaukee, WI?
The most popular zip codes in Drexel Highlands, South Milwaukee, WI include 53172, 53154, 53110, 53207 and 53221.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Drexel Highlands, South Milwaukee, WI?
The most popular neighborhoods near Drexel Highlands, South Milwaukee, WI are M District, Blakewood, Downtown South Milwaukee, Historic Lakeview and Parkway Heights.

Home Trends in Drexel Highlands, WI

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$832,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$695,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Months of Supply
6.00
Median List Price
$955,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
201%
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