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Avenues West, a college community
Avenues West provides walkable access to grocery shopping, dining and parks. Many houses are occupied by college students who attend Marquette University, a private Jesuit school with 11,200 students on the southeast corner of the community. “People come here for its turn-of-the-century architecture and affordability," says Realtor Michael Argeropoulos, who sells homes in the area with eXp Realty, LLC – Metro Milwaukee. Residents also enjoy Milwaukee’s professional sporting events, like Brewers and Bucks games. Homebuyers might work at the Molson Coors Brewing Company or the Harley Davidson Motor Company factory. When residents get off work, the properties provide ample space for leisure. “Many houses have large enough backyards to set up patios and barbecues," Argeropoulos says.
Marquette University has a rich history in Avenues West.
There is a dedicated bus line for Marquette students in Avenues West
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Turn-of-the-century houses
“Houses usually stay on the market for 30 to 60 days,” Argeropoulos says. “There aren’t many other cities in the country where you can get Queen Annes for such a low price. The median home value in Avenues West is about $117,500, as opposed to $135,600 for Milwaukee. Assessors value three-bedroom late 19th-century homes between $60,000 and $140,000. Two-bedroom craftsman-style homes built in the early 20th century are valued between $85,000 and $190,000. Assessors value four-bedroom Queen Anne-style homes between $145,000 and $250,000. “Wisconsin Avenue used to be called Grand Avenue, and it was one of the poshest areas in Milwaukee until the 30s and 40s,” Argeropoulos says. “There are still some remnants of the most fantastic homes that once graced Milwaukee.”
Queen Anne style homes can be found across Avenues West.
There is a variety of home styles in Avenues West.
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Public schools within Avenues West
Many children attend the Highland Community School, a public charter school that serves grades PK-8. The school has a C Niche rating. The Milwaukee Academy of Science is another public charter school that serves PK-12. The school has a C-minus Niche rating, and the students are 4% proficient in math and 4% proficient in reading. Many teens move on to Milwaukee High School of the Arts, which has a 17-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C-plus Niche rating. The school also has a thriving music program that includes a choir, a jazz band and a symphony orchestra.
Avenues west is home to the Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language.
Milwaukee High School of the Arts is a wonderful option for artistic, Milwaukee students.
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Aerial view of Norris Park surrounding landscape
Greenspaces within walking distance
Marquette University’s Norris Park is a greenspace in the heart of the community. People play soccer on the grass and watch improv events. Locals play rugby and basketball at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center on the northeast corner of the community. The park also has swing sets and allows dogs.
Local businesses, larger chains and a historic hotel
On West State Street, Five O’Clock Steakhouse serves surf and turf and craft beer. On North 27th Street, Daddy’s Soul Food & Grille serves classic American fare. A local favorite, Miss Katie’s Diner is a 1950s-style diner popular for its omelets and BBQ sandwiches. There are fast-food restaurants like McDonald’s and Taco Bell on West Wisconsin Avenue. People buy their own cooking ingredients at Milwaukee Foods Grocery & Deli and Mo’s Food Market. The latter specialize in Asian cooking ingredients. The historic Ambassador Hotel on Wisconsin Avenue offers roaring 20s-style dining. Residents enjoy fine dining options at the Fitz and have cocktails at the Gin Rickey.
5 O'Clock Steakhouse is a fixture in the heart of Avenues West and a favorite in Milwaukee.
The Ambassador Hotel is a staple of Avenues West.
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Museums, live music and a casino
The Patrick and Beatrice Haggerty Museum of Art holds free exhibitions. The museum has over 10,000 works of art by artists like Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol. People travel 2 ½ miles southwest to watch the Milwaukee Brewers play at the American Family Field. They drive 1 ½ miles east to the Fiserv Forum to watch the Milwaukee Bucks play. The Marquette Golden Eagles also play there. The Rave on Wisconsin Avenue is a stone 1920s musical venue that hosts famous groups like the Veronicas and the Plain White T’s. “There’s been a lot of new investment in Avenues West that has given us venues like The Rave,” Argeropoulos says. Marquette University’s women’s volleyball and basketball teams play the Al McGuire Center, a 3,700-seat arena. Residents also visit Pabst Mansion, a Flemish Renaissance-style mansion built in the 1890s for Captain Frederick Pabst, founder of the Pabst Brewing Company. People travel 1 ½ miles south to play table games and slots at the Potawatomi Casino Hotel.
Fiserve Forum is just a short drive from Avenues West.
Students contemplate a Francken Dynasty painting at the Haggerty Museum in Avenues West.
SO many have played the Rave in Avenues West.
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Getting around the area
Locals seek healthcare at Aurora Sinai Medical Center on the northeast corner of the community. People travel 78 miles west to Madison and 101 miles south to Chicago on Interstate 94. Interstate 43 marks the eastern edge of the community. Interstate 94 is to the southern edge of the community. Milwaukee County Transit operates bus stops along West Wisconsin Avenue, West Highland Boulevard and West Wells Street. Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is 10 miles to the south.
Folks take a walk near Marquette University and see all that Avenues West has to offer.
Hop on a Bublr Bike and hit the town from Avenues West.
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Parks in this Area
Tiefenthaler Park
Merrill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Zeidler Union Square
M L King Jr Recreation Center
Basketball
Football
Playground
Norris Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Phillips Park
Basketball
Playground
Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
General Mitchell International
15 min drive
Bus
Highland & N18
Bus
N17 & Wells
Bus
N12 & Kilbourn
Bus
Highland & N12
Bus
N12 & Wells
Bus
Wisconsin Ave & 14th St - Marquette University
Bus
Highland & N20
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Avenues West
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
8
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Avenues West, Milwaukee sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Avenues West, Milwaukee over the last 12 months is $135,977, down 60% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
13,167
Median Age
26
Population Density
28 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
4.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$15,333
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$25,609
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.2%
College Graduates
37.6%
Advanced Degrees
18.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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