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Walker's Point

Walker's Point

Neighborhood in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee County 53204

$163,140 Average Value
$134 Average Price per Sq Ft
2 Homes For Sale

A historic but bustling enclave

Old doesn’t have to mean outdated, and that’s certainly the case in Milwaukee’s Walker’s Point, the oldest neighborhood in the city. With its mix of restaurants, bars and shops, this is a vibrant section of the city, and the homes here offer a broad sampling of turn-of-the-century architecture. “They love the walkability, all the restaurants and art galleries,” local Realtor Judy Huebner says of the residents in the community. “The Third Ward and Walker's Point both get a lot of people that continue to come into the area.”

The Walker's Point is a diverse neighborhood, with a great restaurant scene.
The Walker's Point is a diverse neighborhood, with a great restaurant scene.
Colorful margaritas are served at Botanas Restaurant in Walker's Point.
Colorful margaritas are served at Botanas Restaurant in Walker's Point.
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Walker’s Point has plenty to walk around and enjoy

Walker’s Point is jam-packed with places to grab food, a drink or to see a live show, particularly along stretches like 2nd Street and 5th Street. Botanas Restaurant, on 5th Street, is among the hotspots, a cantina beloved for its margaritas and Mexican pizza. Toast, on 2nd Street, is a popular pick for breakfast — with much more than its namesake dish. Patrons enjoy the hash skillets here, which come in options including chorizo, corned beef, barbacoa and the vegetarian “Hippie Hash” with cauliflower, mushrooms and more. A meal at Toast may be in the offing after a night out at one of Walker’s Point’s bars. Steny's Tavern & Grill is one of the staples, a sports bar with 22 HD TVs and Bloody Marys so popular that they’ve won multiple awards. Last Rites is a bar with regular live music, particularly from punk banks. Locals can also peruse some of Walker’s Points shops after grabbing a bite to eat. They can go treasure hunting at Antiques on Pierce, grab some new sneakers at Envisions or find a statement piece at The Home Market, a home furnishings store. People here can also grab goods for a home-cooked meal at places like El Rey, part of a Mexican grocery store chain in the city. Crime in Walker’s Point ranks above the national average according to the CAP Index, though the city took positive steps in 2023. Homicides across the city dropped 20% from 2022 to 2023, motor vehicle thefts dropped 22.5% and overall theft dropped 7.7%.

Stop at Hen's Deli in Walker's Point for excellent sandwinches.
Stop at Hen's Deli in Walker's Point for excellent sandwinches.
Toast in Walker's Point is a local favorite for brunch.
Toast in Walker's Point is a local favorite for brunch.
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Classic homes are the norm

Walker’s Point residential streets fill in the spaces around the neighborhood’s commercial thoroughfares, placing locals conveniently close to the area’s amenities but still out of the way. The cornucopia of options here date as far back as the mid-19th century. Many of the homes in Walker’s Point have classic colonial or Craftsman styling, but there are myriad layouts, including multifamily configurations. Houses in Walker’s Point average 1,341 square feet. “People are refurbishing the houses. It’s been busy, it’s been well-received for years but it’s always up and coming, always improving,” says Huebner, founder of House to Home Team. There are some condos mixed into Walker’s Point’s inventory as well. Prices, across the board, range from about $100,000 to the $300,000s, depending on the condition.

Some of the fantastic homes in the Walker's Point neighborhood.
Some of the fantastic homes in the Walker's Point neighborhood.
Large single family homes line the streets in Walker's Point.
Large single family homes line the streets in Walker's Point.
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Neighborhood association is active

This area has a neighborhood group, the Walker’s Point Association, which organizes its own gatherings. The group hosts meetings toward the end of each month and also puts together periodic neighborhood clean-up events for locals.

Enjoy the outdoor seating at Fuel Cafe in Waker's Point.
Enjoy the outdoor seating at Fuel Cafe in Waker's Point.
In Walker's Point you'll find many multifamily home options.
In Walker's Point you'll find many multifamily home options.
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Area parks are easy to find

This neighborhood’s vibrant collection of restaurants and more still leaves room for green spaces. Among them is the 2-acre Walker Square Park, where there’s a wading pool open from June to August. Paliafito Eco-Arts Park is another option in the neighborhood, and this one has been home to a range of art and environment education programs.

A walking path runs past the small stage in Paliafito Park in Walker's Point.
A walking path runs past the small stage in Paliafito Park in Walker's Point.
Walker Square Park is neighborhood gathering location.
Walker Square Park is neighborhood gathering location.
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Move around with Milwaukee County Transit

Walker’s Point has multiple bus stops on the Milwaukee County Transit System. The MCTS network includes more than 40 total routes. Also, Interstates 94 and 43 run through Walker’s Point, arteries commuters here can reach quickly for quick trips downtown, just a couple of miles away.

The Walker's Point neighborhood has may iconic Milwaukee murals.
The Walker's Point neighborhood has may iconic Milwaukee murals.
Bike rentals are available throughout Walker's Point.
Bike rentals are available throughout Walker's Point.
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Public school system offers flexibility

Kids in Walker’s Point can attend institutions in the Milwaukee Public Schools system. The district, which has a C overall grade on Niche, allows students and their families to pick their top three school choices regardless of where they live. However, options particularly close to those in Walker’s Point include the C-minus-rated Kagel School, which serves those in prekindergarten through eighth grade and offers a dual-language program in Spanish and English. From Kagel, students may move on to South Division High, a C-rated school with a dedicated academy that can help prepare students for jobs in health and biomedical sciences. The C-minus-rated Bradley Technology and Trade, where there are programs in everything from carpentry to graphic arts, is in the neighborhood as well.

Kagel Elementary School in Walkers Point has a C- score fron Niche
Kagel Elementary School in Walkers Point has a C- score fron Niche
Bradley Tech High School in Walker's Point received a C- from Niche.
Bradley Tech High School in Walker's Point received a C- from Niche.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

General Mitchell International

13 min drive

Bus

National & S11

Bus

Greenfield & S3

Bus

National & S9

Bus

Greenfield & S15

Bus

National & S6

Bus

S6 & Virginia

Bus

S11 & Greenfield

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Walker's Point US
Homicide 8 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 7 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$164,000
Median Single Family Price
$182,000
Median Townhouse Price
$165,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$456,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$134
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Months of Supply
1.20
Median List Price
$173,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
26%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,067
Median Year Built
1890
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,326
Significantly below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,295
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
999
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484

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
8,192
Median Age
32
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.5%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,999
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$51,267

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
68.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
% Population in Labor Force
63%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
17°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
33''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

90 / 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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