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Forest Park

Forest Park

Suburban Neighborhood in Kenosha, Wisconsin

Kenosha County 53142

$277,116 Average Value
$218 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Quiet, walkable Kenosha suburb

Anchored by its namesake park and elementary school, Forest Park is a cozy, walkable enclave within 3 miles of downtown Kenosha and the shores of Lake Michigan. The neighborhood blends proximity and privacy with residential streets that feel serenely secluded. “This is a beautiful area, and the people are really friendly,” says Keegan Ronan, who works at The Daily Dose Café in Forest Park. “Ever since I started working here, I’ve fallen more and more in love with the neighborhood. It has a close-knit atmosphere that you just don’t see in downtown areas.”

Forest Park offers a wide variety of home styles and is located 3 miles from Lake Michigan.
Forest Park offers a wide variety of home styles and is located 3 miles from Lake Michigan.
Most homes sit close together on manicured lawns with colorful gardens.
Most homes sit close together on manicured lawns with colorful gardens.
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Established 20th-century homes on sidewalk-lined streets

Neighbors wave hello as they pass by on walks or bike rides along paved sidewalks shaded by mature trees. The streets are lined with colonials, split levels, ranch homes and Tudor-inspired cottages. “The charm of the homes is a big draw because many are smaller than other neighborhoods in Kenosha,” says Cara Jahnke, a broker with Compass Realty. “My sister moved into the neighborhood recently to downsize, and they found a house to fix up. It’s pretty common to see homes with additions. They’ve been built up and out.” Most homes sit close together on quarter-to-third-acre lots with manicured lawns and colorful front gardens. Prices here range from $130,000 to $399,000.

Forest Park includes Ranch style homes.
Forest Park includes Ranch style homes.
Home prices here range from $130,000 to $399,000.
Home prices here range from $130,000 to $399,000.
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Friends meet for breakfast at The Daily Dose Cafe

Forest Park’s central location near State Routes 31, 50 and 158 puts retail and restaurants within reach. The Daily Dose Café is a local favorite for breakfast, lunch or a quick coffee on the go. Everything from French toast paninis to tofu tacos is on the menu. Those with a sweet tooth head across the street to Paielli’s Bakery, which has been family-owned and operated for more than 100 years. “I head to Paielli’s each morning to pick up our bread, and I just love the warm atmosphere and the smell of the bread baking,” says Ronan. There’s a Piggly Wiggly less than a mile away for grocery runs. Heading just 2 miles west along State Route 50, known locally as 75th Street, leads to familiar big box stores like Kohl’s and Michaels.

The Daily Dose Café is a local favorite for breakfast or a quick coffee on the go.
The Daily Dose Café is a local favorite for breakfast or a quick coffee on the go.
The Daily Dose offers a cozy vi
The Daily Dose offers a cozy vi
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Get fresh air at Forest Park

Kids can walk to practices or recreational games held on one of Forest Park's three baseball fields. The roughly 7-acre green space gives locals space to get fresh air or take their kids to burn some energy on the playground. When summer rolls around, many make the 3-mile drive east to Eichelman Park’s beach along Lake Michigan to soak up some sun or go for a swim. The expansive waterway provides a scenic backdrop for walking trails, a playground and picnic tables.

Forest Park in Kenosha features baseball fields for locals to enjoy.
Forest Park in Kenosha features baseball fields for locals to enjoy.
Forest Park is anchored by its namesake park and elementary school.
Forest Park is anchored by its namesake park and elementary school.
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Magnet programs offered at Indian Trail Academy

Forest Park Elementary School, which earns a C-plus from Niche, sits in the neighborhood’s center and is within walking distance for most students. Students zoned for Kenosha School District later filter into C-plus-rated Lance Middle School. Indian Trail High School and Academy receives a B overall from Niche and is ranked the third-best high school in Kenosha County. While Indian Trail High School is a traditional, regional high school, Indian Trail Academy is a magnet program. Students can apply to one of its four career-based academies: Business, Medical Sciences, Communications and Kenosha Military.

Lance Middle School gets its namesake from Gilbert Lance, a Kenosha hero.
Lance Middle School gets its namesake from Gilbert Lance, a Kenosha hero.
Indian Trail High School is large well ranked choice serving students in the Kenosha area.
Indian Trail High School is large well ranked choice serving students in the Kenosha area.
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Commutes to downtown Kenosha

Taking 60th Street for nearly 3 miles east will lead to downtown Kenosha’s restaurants, museums and waterfront parks. Heading in the opposite direction links locals to medical care at Aurora Medical Center Kenosha. The roadway is also lined with Kenosha Area Transit bus stops for those who use public transit to navigate the city. More stops are dotted along 67th Street. With Interstate 94 nearby, locals can commute to Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport, about 31 miles north. Driving an additional 6 miles north will put locals in downtown Milwaukee.

Forest Park residents can take the nearby Metra to Downtown Chicago.
Forest Park residents can take the nearby Metra to Downtown Chicago.
Take a Streetcar in Downtown Kenosha as one form of public transportation.
Take a Streetcar in Downtown Kenosha as one form of public transportation.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

42 min drive

Bus

67th St And Pershing Blvd

Bus

40th Ave And 60th St

Bus

75th St And Pershing Blvd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Forest Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$275,750
Median Single Family Price
$284,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$218
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
70
Months of Supply
1.00
Median List Price
$282,750
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,857
Median Year Built
1957
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,342
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,200
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1 - 3pm

    6808 49th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53142

    $327,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,666 Sq Ft
    • 6808 49th Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    Charming 3-bed, 2.5-Bath Ranch in Forest Park! This inviting home features an open-concept layout with a stunning stone fireplace as the heart of the living space. The kitchen offers charm and plenty of potential, with sliding doors off the dining room leading to the patio and a spacious fenced-in yard. Enjoy the generously sized bonus room and bathroom in the basement. Basement does have 2

    Emmanuel Martinez Shorewest Realtors, Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,471
Median Age
41
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$69,949
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,635

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
27.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
25''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

40 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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