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Uptown Milwaukee

Uptown Milwaukee

Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee County 53210

$174,798 Average Value
$103 Average Price per Sq Ft
13 Homes For Sale

Diverse living on Lisbon Avenue

Set six miles northwest of downtown, Uptown Milwaukee comprises a half-square-mile of densely packed homes, community organizations and stores. Despite its modest size, Uptown Milwaukee squeezes in a surprising amount of diversity through the residents and the businesses that serve them. "You have Wauwatosa to the west and Sherman Park to the east, which are very different areas demographically," says Uptown Crossing Executive Director Tracy Staedter. "So, you get a unique mix of people and businesses in between." This diversity and a bevy of affordable housing make Uptown Milwaukee an appealing option for professionals looking for a unique place to live not far from the heart of the city.

Come for the food, stay for the hospitality at North Avenue Market in Uptown.
Come for the food, stay for the hospitality at North Avenue Market in Uptown.
Tricklebee's Cafe is a beautiful place with delicious food in Uptown.
Tricklebee's Cafe is a beautiful place with delicious food in Uptown.
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A community dedicated to local business

Economic success is a priority to the community in Uptown, so local options are represented next to mainstays like Wendy's and Domino's. "We have an active commercial district," says Michael Murphy, Alderman of Milwaukee's 10th District. "It's very engaged in working with the community." Tricklebee Café is a pay-what-you-can restaurant featuring soups, sandwiches and more made with locally sourced ingredients. Having served the area for over 40 years, the laid-back menu at McBob's Pub & Grill is another favorite. Residents can find groceries and necessities at the family-owned BC Supermarket just a mile east.

Tricklebee's Cafe is a pay-what-you-can cafe in Uptown.
Tricklebee's Cafe is a pay-what-you-can cafe in Uptown.
BC Supermarket is at the center of the Uptown neighborhood.
BC Supermarket is at the center of the Uptown neighborhood.
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Outdoor fun at Marcus DeBack

After a $500,000 renovation in 2016, Marcus DeBack Playground is a point of pride with locals. With basketball courts, play areas, a zipline and fitness equipment, there’s more to it than the word “playground” usually implies. “It’s really popular over the summer,” says Alderman Murphy. “You’ve got people of all generations enjoying themselves and bonding over it.”

Newly remodeled Marcus DeBack Playground
Newly remodeled Marcus DeBack Playground
Hop in a pick up game at Marcus DeBack Park in Uptown.
Hop in a pick up game at Marcus DeBack Park in Uptown.
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Close to neighbors, close to businesses

With some blocks containing dozens of houses, living space is a commodity in Uptown. Homes generally have small, grassy front lawns with back lot space for storage or parking. Bungalows, along with Arts and Crafts and ranch-style houses are typical, but visitors can also find unique outliers. Many local houses were built in the 1920s, and fixer-uppers are easily found with prices as low as the $60,000s. Duplexes begin in the mid-$100,000s, with renovated bungalows in the high $200,000s. Ubiquitous sidewalks and a grid street layout make the area easily walkable, with residential streets connecting to businesses as little as a quarter mile away.

A newly-remodeled home shines in the Uptown neighborhood.
A newly-remodeled home shines in the Uptown neighborhood.
The Miller Brewery is right next to Uptown.
The Miller Brewery is right next to Uptown.
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Neighborhood artisans at North Avenue

Every weekend during the warmer seasons, locals gather to listen to music and support artisans at the North Avenue Market in the neighborhood's southwestern corner. Residents can also take a 1.5-mile trip southeast for Washington Park Wednesdays, where music and food trucks are found outside the park’s iconic bandshell.

Catch live music on Thursday nights at the North Avenue Market in Uptown.
Catch live music on Thursday nights at the North Avenue Market in Uptown.
They take their burgers seriously at North Avenue Market in Uptown.
They take their burgers seriously at North Avenue Market in Uptown.
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A place to learn what you love

Students in Uptown Milwaukee can request enrollment with any of the public schools in the Milwaukee school district based on their interests. A student might begin at the K-5 French Immersion School, which has a C-minus on Niche. From there, they could attend the Hi-Mount Community School, with a C-minus rating. Finally, students could attend Washington High School, rated D-plus on Niche and well regarded for its career path programs in information technology or hospitality.

The Milwaukee French Immersion School teaches classes completely in French.
The Milwaukee French Immersion School teaches classes completely in French.
Washington High School of Information Technology is a top notch high school in Uptown Milwaukee.
Washington High School of Information Technology is a top notch high school in Uptown Milwaukee.
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Easy access from Uptown to Downtown

Only 6 miles from Downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin Highway 175 provides easy access for those working there. “It’s 9 minutes to downtown,” says Murphy. “10 minutes on a bad day.” Public bus transportation is also widely available, with pickups every half hour and dozens of stops in Uptown Milwaukee alone.

Hop on the bus and be in downtown Milwaukee in minutes.
Hop on the bus and be in downtown Milwaukee in minutes.
Uptown is close to all that downtown Milwaukee has to offer.
Uptown is close to all that downtown Milwaukee has to offer.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

21 min drive

Bus

Sherman & North

Bus

Center & Appleton

Bus

North & N53

Bus

North & N49

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North & N57

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Lisbon & N50

Bus

Lisbon & N51

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Uptown Milwaukee US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$153,950
Median Single Family Price
$164,900
Median Townhouse Price
$150,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$103
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$155,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,356
Median Year Built
1923
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,414
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,384
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    12 - 2pm

    2336 N 47th St, Milwaukee, WI 53210

    $249,900

    • 5 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,765 Sq Ft
    • 2336 N 47th St

    Welcome home! This completely renovated gem, boasting 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, is the perfect sanctuary for families and entertainers alike. Nestled in the vibrant community of Milwaukee this residence offers modern elegance combined with cozy charm. The heart of the home is undoubtedly the stunning kitchen, complete with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and

    Ibree Stewart Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore

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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 Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,760
Median Age
32
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
32.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$46,997
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,518

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
25.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
32''
Average Winter Low Temperature
14°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
45''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

51 / 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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