Why Live in Pleasant Valley
Pleasant Valley in West Allis features a mix of ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, small Tudors, and Colonial Revival houses, reflecting its development from the 1950s onward. The neighborhood is known for its high rate of homeownership and well-maintained yards. Residents enjoy local amenities such as the soccer field and track at Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, McCarty Park's public pool, and a fishing pond that hosts ice fishing clinics in winter. For shopping and dining, locals head to South 108th Street, also known as Highway 100, which offers a variety of chain and local restaurants. Closer to home, the intersection of Oklahoma Avenue and South 92nd Street features a bank, Walgreens, and an old-school bowling alley. A notable community event is Candy Cane Lane, a holiday tradition since 1984 that transforms Oklahoma Avenue with festive lights and decorations, raising funds for the MACC Fund. The neighborhood is conveniently located near Interstate 41, providing easy access to Interstates 43 and 94, with downtown Milwaukee and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport both 10 miles away. While highway noise is noticeable for some homes, the area is well-connected by bus routes along Oklahoma Avenue and South 92nd Street. Aurora West Allis Medical Center is less than a mile away. Schools in the area include Mitchell Elementary, Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, and Nathan Hale High School, all with varying ratings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pleasant Valley a good place to live?
Pleasant Valley is a good place to live. Pleasant Valley is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Pleasant Valley is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 42. The average household income is $76,338 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Pleasant Valley are home owners, with 20.2% of residents renting and 79.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pleasant Valley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Pleasant Valley neighborhood guide.
Is Pleasant Valley, WI a safe neighborhood?
Pleasant Valley, 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 Pleasant Valley?
The median home price in Pleasant Valley is $449,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Pleasant Valley. The average household income in Pleasant Valley is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Pleasant Valley?
The best public schools that serve Pleasant Valley are:
What are the best private schools in Pleasant Valley?
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Home Trends in Pleasant Valley, WI
On average, homes in Pleasant Valley, West Allis sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Pleasant Valley, West Allis over the last 12 months is $210,000.
Median Sale Price
$210,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$435,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$660,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Median List Price
$449,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
12%