Choosing where to live may be one of the most difficult decisions you will have to make. There are more than 90 communities in the five-county metropolitan area, each with its own distinct advantages. One of your primary considerations will likely be finding a home near where you or your spouse will work. Fortunately, Milwaukee’s average commute time is among the lowest in the country, which means it is possible to live anywhere in the metropolitan area and still be close to the urban amenities of downtown Milwaukee.
MILWAUKEE COUNTY: Urban Energy & Trendy Living POPULATION: 939,487 COUNTY SEAT: Milwaukee Milwaukee is a county of extremes. It is one of the state’s smallest counties geographically – and its most populous. Its mood ranges from the hustle and bustle of Milwaukee’s downtown to the rural quietness of River Hills, Hales Corners and Franklin. […]
What makes Milwaukee such a great place to live? The communities of the metropolitan area, each of which offers a quality of life that can’t be beat. Looking for an urban setting that’s close to downtown or a rural outpost where you can enjoy nature? There is something here for everyone. Each of the five counties […]
The “HOT” Communities While home sales have been strong throughout the greater metropolitan area, certain communities are experiencing an extremely active market. In addition to Downtown Milwaukee, the Third Ward and the Fifth Ward, the communities generating the most interest are Bay View, Mequon, Shorewood, Fox Point, Whitefish Bay, Wauwatosa, Oak Creek, Delafield, Sussex, Brookfield, Muskego and Mukwonago. Average 2023 Home Sales Price: Milwaukee County: $245,000 (+6.6) Waukesha County: $435,000 (+9.5%) Ozaukee County: $426,973 (+2.9%) Washington […]
Moving to a new city can be a bit of a challenge. Not only do you have to close up shop at your last home, but moving can sometimes require jumping headlong into an unfamiliar city. The first questions that usually cross people’s minds are: Where am I going to live? How do I know where […]
