Root River Estates Homes for Sale

Root River Estates in West Allis features a variety of home styles, including sprawling ranch-style homes, bi-levels, split-levels, and Colonial Revival homes from the 1950s and '60s. These homes are among the largest and most expensive in the city, particularly those near the New Berlin border. Smaller Cape Cod and ranch-style homes, as well as condos, are available closer to South 108th Street. The neighborhood is known for its quick home sales, averaging 19 days on the market. Root River Estates is home to the West Allis Dog Park, located behind Nathan Hale High School and the West Allis Athletic Complex, where residents can enjoy various sports activities. Greenfield Park, the city's largest park, offers a golf course, walking trails, an aquatic park, and a fishing pond. The eastern half of the neighborhood features stores like The Home Depot and Pick 'n Save, along with a variety of dining options along South 108th Street, also known as Highway 100. The area experiences a high level of noise due to traffic. Root River, which runs through the neighborhood, brings greenery and wildlife but also increases the risk of flooding. Most residents rely on personal vehicles, with Interstate 41 just 1 mile away, providing access to downtown Milwaukee, 10 miles away, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, 11 miles away. The neighborhood is close to Brookfield, Waukesha, and New Berlin, with the Milwaukee County Regional Medical Center less than 5 miles north. Schools in the area include Hoover Elementary, Frank Lloyd Wright Intermediate, and Nathan Hale High School, with the latter hosting well-supported theater performances.