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Kops Park

Kops Park

Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee County 53222

$225,277 Average Value
$200 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

An established cluster of homes close to downtown

Neighborly joy is abundant in Kops Park, a dense neighborhood in Milwaukee's Northwest Side. Whether residents are grabbing some ground chuck from the family-owned meat market, picking up the latest issue of "The Flash" at the comic bookstore or meeting up with friends at the titular green space, there are countless avenues for community connection. Given its proximity to downtown Milwaukee, many commuters and their families reside in Kops Park. Residents regularly stroll along the walkable neighborhood's gridded streets lined with sidewalks. Most properties are owner-occupied, and when homebuyers are lucky enough to find a house in the neighborhood, they stay for a long time.

Downtown Milwaukee is a short drive away.
Downtown Milwaukee is a short drive away.
The houses are cozy and tidy in the Kops Park neighborhood.
The houses are cozy and tidy in the Kops Park neighborhood.
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Architectural styles from throughout the 20th century

Kops Park's 3,000 residents live in a diverse collection of homes arranged along mostly straight streets with sidewalks. Many lots in the neighborhood back up to long alleys with detached garages, carports and sheds. Popular architectural styles from throughout the 20th century exist in the neighborhood, from pre-World War II Tudors and bungalows to midcentury Cape Cods and ranches. Prices reach $300,000, with floor plans over 1,500 square feet typically sitting towards the higher end. However, smaller yet well-kept homes can go for as little as $150,000, and the median price for a single-family home is $200,000. Houses in Milwaukee sell very quickly, and Kops Park properties are no exception. With listings lasting less than two weeks on the market, it's not uncommon to see "For Sale" signs taken down as quickly as they're put up.

This older Tudor style home is a wonderful part of the neighborhood.
This older Tudor style home is a wonderful part of the neighborhood.
Colonial-style homes can be found throughout the Kiops Park neighborhood.
Colonial-style homes can be found throughout the Kiops Park neighborhood.
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Long-standing locally-owned establishments

A sense of neighborly community defines several locally owned shops in and around Kops Park. Collector's Edge Comics has operated a store in Kops Park for over 30 years. Consistently named Milwaukee's best comic bookstore by the Shepherd Express, it bills itself as the state's "largest over-the-counter comics retailer," with hundreds of thousands of issues in its collection. Down the road is longtime-standing Bunzel's Old-Fashioned Meat Market, which the Bunzel family has owned and operated for four generations. Though the store closed after current owner Chip Bunzel's grandfather passed, his father reopened it in 1976 and brought all six kids to work with him. "It was scary, but we managed to keep things afloat, and the community has been great to us," Chip says. Today, new and returning patrons love to browse the shop's selection of regionally sourced meats, including award-winning beef jerky. "During the summer, we'll go through an awful lot of brats, and on Saturdays, we'll have our hot dog stand outside," Chip says. Residents can head west to the major plazas along Burleigh Street and N 124th Street for more familiar shopping. Familiar chain restaurants accompany Target, Whole Foods, T.J. Maxx and other stores.

Head to Bunzel's, near Kops Park, to get all of your BBQ needs and more.
Head to Bunzel's, near Kops Park, to get all of your BBQ needs and more.
Collector's Edge is the place to go for all your comic book needs.
Collector's Edge is the place to go for all your comic book needs.
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The Milwaukee School of Languages is a great school for Kops Park high schoolers.
The Milwaukee School of Languages is a great school for Kops Park high schoolers.

Language immersion program at the school in town

Next door in Golden Valley is the public pre-k and elementary school, Ninety-Fifth Street School. It is rated a C-minus by Niche.com and has a student-teacher ratio of 22 to 1. Older students can walk to Milwaukee School of Languages in minutes. Sixth through 12th graders can connect with international cultures in one of three language immersion programs: French, German or Spanish. The B-minus-rated public school also hosts a series of courses in Japanese and is focused on preparing students for life after graduation. Students of all ages can also participate in sports year-round, from middle school flag football to varsity tennis.

Summer and winter fun around Kops Park

Those looking to get outside can visit the 8-acre Kops Park at the center of the neighborhood. The green space is occupied by two softball diamonds, basketball hoops, and a disc golf basket. Young children can enjoy the playground and swing set or cool off in the wading pool during the summer. The park also hosts the annual National Night Out, which gathers neighbors over free food, games and rides to meet and discuss local issues with area law enforcement. Golfers can get a round in at the public course west of Kops Park. Currie Park features 18 holes and is also a popular spot for sledding and cross-country skiing in the winter.

The Kops Park Neighborhood has many mature trees for plenty of shade.
The Kops Park Neighborhood has many mature trees for plenty of shade.
Bring the kids to get some fresh air at Kops Park's namesake park.
Bring the kids to get some fresh air at Kops Park's namesake park.
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Walk or drive for work and errands

The neighborhood is near grocery stores and pharmacies, making it moderately walkable. Still, many residents drive their cars for commuting or running errands. Commuters can get downtown in 20 minutes by car or take a bus running along the perimeter of Kops Park. Most Milwaukee destinations are within a half-an-hour of Kops Park, including Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport and nearby hospitals.

Public transportation is an easy way to get around the Kops Park neighborhood.
Public transportation is an easy way to get around the Kops Park neighborhood.
It is always handy to have a target nearby and there is one right next to Kops Park.
It is always handy to have a target nearby and there is one right next to Kops Park.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

26 min drive

Bus

Burleigh & N78

Bus

Burleigh & N80

Bus

Burleigh & N88

Bus

Burleigh & N84

Bus

N76 & Burleigh

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Kops Park US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 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)
$227,500
Median Single Family Price
$227,500
Median Townhouse Price
$265,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$200
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
56
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$230,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,142
Median Year Built
1950
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,092
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,944
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,709
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$71,674
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,560

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.7%
% Population in Labor Force
69.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
38''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

41 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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