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Concordia

Concordia

Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee County 53208

$221,512 Average Value
$86 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

A mature neighborhood of old homes

With many large 19th-century homes refurbished and sometimes turned into hospitality businesses, Concordia has been dubbed Milwaukee's "Bed and Breakfast District." Though small, this West End neighborhood has seen its fair share of history since the 1850s and has been designated a National Historic District. "It's a mature area with houses and neighbors that have been there for some time," says Mary Edwards, a Realtor at Realty Executives Integrity with over 17 years of experience. It derives its name from Concordia College, a university that operated in the area for most of the 20th century. Today, around 2,000 Milwaukeeans call it home, with newer residents seeking to restore its historic homes to their former glory.

There are some breathtaking, Victorian homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
There are some breathtaking, Victorian homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
A lovely row of homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
A lovely row of homes in the Concordia neighborhood.
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A traditional Victorian home in the Concordia neighborhood.
A traditional Victorian home in the Concordia neighborhood.

Victorians at lower prices than expected

Impressive Victorian houses fill Concordia's generously wooded, sidewalk-lined streets, most adhering to the Queen Anne design style. Many feature expansive, lounge-friendly front porches, dormer windows and colorful exteriors. More traditional Victorian designs also boast elaborately decorated facades. "The houses have a lot of character and details that can't be found in modern homes," Edwards says. Some more modest yet equally colorful bungalows are around the neighborhood. One may think a neighborhood with such large, ornate homes would have consistently high price tags, but Concordia abodes rarely run higher than $300,000 and have a median price of $100,000.

A short walk to respectable schools

Two public charter schools currently welcome students in Concordia. Woodlands School is within walking distance for everyone in the neighborhood. Rated a B-plus by Niche.com, this campus accommodates kindergarten through eighth grade and offers specialty classes, including French. High schoolers in the neighborhood can attend Pathways High, which provides a student-led, project-based curriculum and is rated a B. Other nearby educational options include the prestigious all-boys Marquette University High School, directly south of the neighborhood. At the same time, two Milwaukee Public Schools locations are less than five minutes by car.

Woodlands School is in the heart of the Concordia neighborhood.
Woodlands School is in the heart of the Concordia neighborhood.
The student body at Pathways High School is diverse.
The student body at Pathways High School is diverse.
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Rotating flower displays and acres of green space

Concordia is in an optimal location for anyone wanting to get the most out of the West End's outdoor spaces. Some of Milwaukee's most frequented parks are five minutes or less away, including Washington Park to the northwest. Here, locals can spread out on dozens of acres of grass, flip through a book beside the large lagoon or enjoy public concerts at the bandstand. The park also offers tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground and a splash pad. To the south of the neighborhood, the iconic Mitchell Park Domes are heaven for plant lovers, featuring tropical and desert flora and a rotating calendar of flower displays.

Pretend you are in the tropics or the desert at the Domes in the Concordia neighborhood.
Pretend you are in the tropics or the desert at the Domes in the Concordia neighborhood.
Mitchell Park Dromes Push
Mitchell Park Dromes Push
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Fried chicken and “The Champagne of Beer”

Few restaurants, bars or nightlife spots exist within Concordia. Still, several popular options are within walking, biking or easy driving distance of the neighborhood. The well-known and easygoing Daddy's Soul Food & Grille opened nearly a decade ago as the dream project of local chef Bennie Smith, whose father also cooked for a living. Its fried chicken and catfish are always in demand, and its light-filled dining room provides a pleasant setting for catching up with old friends and neighbors. Directly west of the neighborhood is the large Miller Brewing Company campus, where residents can dive into 160-plus years of local beer history with tours and tastings. While a few small grocers and markets are around Concordia, major retail shopping is southwest of the neighborhood along Miller Park Way.

Daddy's in Concordia has be the best soul food in the city hands down.
Daddy's in Concordia has be the best soul food in the city hands down.
The Miller Brewery has been the heart of Milwaukee since 1855.
The Miller Brewery has been the heart of Milwaukee since 1855.
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American Family Field is home to the Brewers.
American Family Field is home to the Brewers.

Sports lovers rejoice

For locals who feel at home in the world of sports, American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers, is just five minutes southwest of the neighborhood. Downtown Milwaukee is a short drive away and a hub of weekend activity. There are festivals almost every weekend, such as Germanfest and Summerfest. When there are no festivals, there are bound to be sports games and farmers' markets to keep Milwaukeeans busy.

Bordered by bus lines and a highway

Concordia is walkable and bike-friendly, so while residents may not need cars, ample parking exists along the streets of Concordia and in private detached driveways behind the homes, accessible via alleyways. A few main thoroughfares intersect and border Concordia, making commutes to downtown easy. Along these same streets are many bus stops serving greater Milwaukee.

A view of downtown Milwaukee over interstate I-94.
A view of downtown Milwaukee over interstate I-94.
Hop on the bus from the Concordia neighborhood and head to downtown Milwaukee.
Hop on the bus from the Concordia neighborhood and head to downtown Milwaukee.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

17 min drive

Bus

Wisconsin & N32

Bus

Highland & N27

Bus

Highland & N29

Bus

Wisconsin & N29

Bus

N35 & Highland

Bus

Highland & N33

Bus

Wisconsin Ave & 35th St - Marquette High School

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Concordia US
Homicide 10 4
Sexual Assault 8 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 10 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$232,500
Median Single Family Price
$232,500
Median Townhouse Price
$287,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$86
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Months of Supply
6.00
Median List Price
$257,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
77%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
175
Median Year Built
1902
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,745
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,143
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,224
Median Age
40
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$19,572
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$33,703

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
87.1%
College Graduates
12%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.2%
% Population in Labor Force
53.9%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
50''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

56 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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