Life on the bay with plenty to explore just a short walk away
East Shore Drive is a bayside community where residents enjoy a secluded home life by the water, with plenty to explore, from a wildlife sanctuary to an amusement park, all within walking distance. "It's a mix of multi-generational homeowners and new homeowners," explains Tara Kos Sherman, the broker and owner of Legacy First LLC, who is a native of Green Bay. "Where other areas may be unattainable for the average homebuyer, East Shore Drive is bringing in new life for those looking to get on the water at a lower price point."
Fly away at Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay.
People come from miles around to go to Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary in East Shore Drive.
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Cheap rides at Beach Bay Amusement Park
On the community's east side is Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, which offers free close-up looks at an array of wildlife, from wolves to cougars, and an educational guide about each. Residents head here for some tranquility, while thrills are across the street at Beach Bay Amusement Park. Rides aside, locals and tourists appreciate the park's pricing. "It is owned by the city and not privately, so the tickets are still extremely cheap for rides," says Sherman. "They even moved Elvis's favorite roller coaster, the Zippin Pippin, to the park and rebuilt it." Residents enjoy boating activities at home, with waterfront homes featuring private docks and a public boat launch off Bay Beach Road for those living further back from the bay.
Bay Beach Amusement park, in East Shore Drive, opened in 1892.
Bring the whole family to Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay.
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The homes of East Shore Drive
The community is a sliver that hugs the bay, just 2 miles from one end to the other. Roughly two-thirds of its homes line both sides of Lakeside Place, a narrow one-lane residential street. Houses here sit close together, some with just a few feet separating some from the next. With a speed limit of 15 miles per hour, residents can take morning strolls worry-free while catching glimpses of the bay between homes. The remaining third of the community breaks off directly from East Shore Drive, providing longer driveways and more significant acreage, typically 0.5 acres or more. Architectural styles here are mostly ranch and new traditional styles, seen with light blue, cream and wood-paneled exteriors synonymous with waterfront styling. Prices for homes in the community start at $320,000, while waterfront homes atop larger acreage reach up to $650,000.
A unique, craftsman-style home shines in the East Shore Drive neighborhood.
A row of unique homes line Lake Michigan in East Shore Drive.
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Drinks at Crown & Common
Residents make the 3-mile drive downtown to pick up groceries from SuperValu Foods, pick up fresh produce from the much anticipated Saturday Farmers Market in summer, as well as to peruse the area's big-name retailers at East Town shopping mall off of East Mason Street. Tucked into a historic building is Crown & Common, a frequented bar and grill appreciated for its array of draft beers with 30 handles. Closer to home is Mi Pueblo Restaurant, which serves authentic Mexican fare and margaritas to enjoy after a day out on the water.
Crown and Common is a great, late night place to meet for drinks in East Shore Drive.
Crown and Common in East Shore Drive is half pub half club.
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Making a change at Preble High School
Young children attend classes at Red Smith K-8 School, which maintains a C-plus score on Niche. Meanwhile, older students head to Preble High School, which has a B rating. The Hornets founded the Sting Cancer Club, which raises awareness for cancer and provide support for those in need. It is now a club at many other schools in the area.
Most high schoolers in the East Shore Drive neighborhood are proud Preble Hornets
K-8th grade students can attend Red Smith School near the shores of Lake Michigan.
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Commuting from East Shore Drive
Residents can take East Shore Drive to downtown Green Bay, where the nearest hospital, HSHS St. Vincent Hospital, is off Webster Avenue. Interstate 43 sits right below the community, on the other side of Bay Beach Wildlife Sanctuary, allowing for convenient trips to Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport, a 13-mile trip southwest.
Hop on the bus from East Shore Drive and be anywhere in Green Bay in minutes.
East Shore Drive is a gorgeous neighborhood in Green Bay, WI.
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Green Bay Yard Waste Collection
At the end of Michigan Avenue, toward the neighborhood's eastern side, is Green Bay Yard Waste Collection. The site is closed during winter but is open daily during the remainder of the year. Though concerns regarding fair odors are fair, it does not collect residential waste, just natural waste like yard clippings and overgrown trees. Many stop by in spring to grab mulch for landscaping and gardening purposes.
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Parks in this Area
Lakeside Park
Bay Beach Amusement Park
Transit
Airport
Green Bay/Austin Straubel International
20 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Shore Drive
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Shore Drive, Green Bay sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in East Shore Drive, Green Bay over the last 12 months is $510,966, down 12% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$520,000
Median Single Family Price
$520,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$565,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
51
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
966
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
21,344
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
923
Median Age
24
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,500
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,084
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
34.5%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
81.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
11°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
68''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
9/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
19/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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