Why Live in Mountain
Mountain, located in Suring, is a serene, rural community nestled within the expansive 1.5-million-acre Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. Known for its natural beauty, the area features wooded trails, lakes, and streams, making it a popular spot for vacation homes. Outdoor activities abound, with opportunities for fishing, camping, hiking, and ATV riding. The nearly 10-mile Nicolet State Trail and the 167-acre Chute Pond County Park offer scenic hikes, bike rides, and water activities, including a natural water slide at Slippery Rock. Green Lake Park, recently reopened, provides a historic pavilion, a sandy beach, and volunteer-maintained grounds. The Mountain Fire Lookout Tower offers panoramic views of the surrounding forests and waterways.
Homes in Mountain range from manufactured houses to waterfront cabins and 1900 Colonial Revivals, typically set on lots between half an acre and three acres. The town's secluded nature means homes are often hidden behind long drives and dense foliage, with wildlife such as bears, deer, and foxes commonly seen. Local dining options include Scoopers for ice cream and comfort food, Weatherwood Supper Club for cocktails and prime rib, and Maiden Lake Supper Club for waterfront dining. Karen’s Unique Gifts & Custom Embroidery offers local shopping. For groceries, residents drive nearly 9 miles to Lakewood SuperValu.
Students attend schools in the Suring School District, with a nearly 16.5-mile commute to Suring Elementary, Middle, and High schools. While urban amenities require a longer drive, medical care is available at HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital Prevea Mountain Health Center. Downtown Green Bay is 62.5 miles away, and Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport is about 61 miles south.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mountain a good place to live?
Mountain is a good place to live. Mountain is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Mountain is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Mountain has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 61. The average household income is $59,651 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 15.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Mountain are home owners, with 13.6% of residents renting and 86.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mountain can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mountain neighborhood guide.
Is Mountain, WI a safe neighborhood?
Mountain, WI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mountain?
The median home price in Mountain is $224,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $45,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $48K a year to afford the median home price in Mountain. The average household income in Mountain is $60K.
What are the best public schools in Mountain?
The best public schools that serve Mountain are:
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Home Trends in Mountain, WI
On average, homes in Mountain, Suring sell after 103 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Mountain, Suring over the last 12 months is $189,500, up 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$189,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$210,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$224,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
35%