Why Live in McCarty Park
McCarty Park in West Allis features a blend of bungalows, ranch-style homes, Colonial Revivals, and Cape Cods, built between 1930 and 1980. These homes, with their brick and stone facades, mowed lawns, and flowerbeds, create a storybook aesthetic. The neighborhood's homes sell quickly, often within a week, due to their condition and curb appeal. McCarty Park, the neighborhood's centerpiece, spans 52 acres and includes a public pool with a waterslide, a fishing pond, baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and a playground. The park is part of the Oak Leaf Trail, a 135-mile-long multi-use trail. However, Honey Creek's occasional flooding can affect nearby streets. Locally owned restaurants like Michael's Family Restaurant and Capri di Nuovo offer dining options, while larger shopping needs are met west of Interstate 41. Beloit Road provides access to downtown Milwaukee, 8 miles away, and Interstate 41, 2 miles away, connects to major highways. Aurora West Allis Medical Center, a significant local employer, is 1 mile west. Public transportation includes bus routes along South 67th Street and West Lincoln Avenue, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is less than 10 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is McCarty Park a good place to live?
McCarty Park is a good place to live. McCarty Park is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. McCarty Park has 1 park for recreational activities. It has a median age of 41. The average household income is $94,207 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.1% of residents. A majority of residents in McCarty Park are home owners, with 36.2% of residents renting and 63.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving McCarty Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
McCarty Park neighborhood guide.
Is McCarty Park, WI a safe neighborhood?
McCarty Park, 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 McCarty Park?
The median home price in McCarty Park is $359,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $72,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $80K a year to afford the median home price in McCarty Park. The average household income in McCarty Park is $94K.
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Home Trends in McCarty Park, WI
On average, homes in McCarty Park, West Allis sell after 81 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in McCarty Park, West Allis over the last 12 months is $360,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$360,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$359,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$138
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$359,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%