Why Live in Honey Acres
Honey Acres in West Allis is a neighborhood with a rich history dating back to the 1920s, featuring a variety of home styles including bungalows, Cape Cods, ranch-style homes, and split-levels. These single-family homes are well-maintained and typically have larger yards compared to other areas in West Allis. The neighborhood also includes a condominium complex and some rental apartments. Arnold Klentz Park, located in the northeastern part of Honey Acres, offers two baseball infields and a small playground, while Honey Creek provides open space for outdoor activities, despite occasional flooding. The creek connects to McCarty Park, the largest park in the city, which features a public pool, walking trails, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and a fishing pond. The Oak Leaf Trail, a 135-mile paved multiuse trail, also runs through McCarty Park. For shopping, residents can visit two small plazas within the neighborhood or travel just over 2 miles to a large commercial strip west of Interstate 41, which includes stores like Target and Kohl's. Beloit Road and nearby Interstate 41 provide easy access to downtown Milwaukee and other parts of West Allis. The Milwaukee County Transit System serves the area with routes on Oklahoma Avenue and South 76th Street. Aurora West Allis Medical Center, a significant local employer, is just over 1 mile away. Schools in Honey Acres have mixed ratings, with Mitchell Elementary, Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, Jefferson Elementary, West Milwaukee Intermediate, and Central High School serving the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Honey Acres a good place to live?
Honey Acres is a good place to live. Honey Acres is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Honey Acres is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Honey Acres has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 48. The average household income is $80,499 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Honey Acres are home owners, with 34.4% of residents renting and 65.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Honey Acres can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Honey Acres neighborhood guide.
Is Honey Acres, WI a safe neighborhood?
Honey Acres, WI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Honey Acres?
The median home price in Honey Acres is $509,220. If you put a 20% down payment of $101,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,640 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $113K a year to afford the median home price in Honey Acres. The average household income in Honey Acres is $80K.
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Home Trends in Honey Acres, WI
On average, homes in Honey Acres, West Allis sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Honey Acres, West Allis over the last 12 months is $509,220.
Median Sale Price
$509,220
Median Single Family Sale Price
$484,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$509,220
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$206
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$509,220
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%