The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53228 sells for about $299,900, or $200 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.99%), a market in balance. Homes take about 39 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,297 a month.
ZIP 53228 — Milwaukee
The housing market in 53228 remains stable with moderate inventory levels and consistent demand. Prices have seen slight fluctuations, but the area maintains its appeal for families and commuters due to its relative affordability compared to the broader metro area.
This ZIP is well-suited for middle-income families and commuters seeking a suburban feel with relatively easy access to the Milwaukee employment core, offering a balance of affordability and established residential infrastructure.
Median prices moved down 1.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 39 days on market with 0.9 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.8% · poverty 8.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.1%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 53228, Milwaukee County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area is served by the Milwaukee Public Schools district, which faces ongoing challenges with academic performance and resource allocation typical of large urban districts.
The region faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with flood risk primarily localized to specific low-lying areas.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Milwaukee metro area, with a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and service-sector employment providing a stable but slow-growth environment.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level in Wisconsin, with rates determined by local school district, county, and city levies; the state does not impose a personal income tax on property, but effective rates are among the highest in the nation.
Residents typically rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with convenient access to I-894 and I-43 providing direct routes to downtown Milwaukee and surrounding suburban employment hubs.
The ZIP features several local parks and green spaces, with proximity to larger regional recreational facilities and shopping centers along the S 84th and S 108th street corridors.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from a mix of long-term residents and commuters, with limited new multi-family supply keeping vacancy rates relatively low.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Milwaukee metro area, with significant employment in healthcare, manufacturing, and professional services.
The area is primarily served by highway corridors including I-894 and I-43, with limited public transit options compared to the urban core.
Development is primarily focused on infill residential projects and commercial renovations along major arterial roads.
The Milwaukee County assessment regime utilizes annual market-value appraisals to determine property tax liabilities.
Parcels are subject to Milwaukee Public Schools district taxes and various municipal utility and sanitation district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather events, including wind and hail, which are common in the Midwest.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Jellystone Park™ Caledonia4.311.4 mi
- Slick City Action Park4.45.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.48 mi
- Dave & Buster's Wauwatosa3.96.2 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Greendale3.82.5 mi
- American Family Field4.75.6 mi
- Fiserv Forum4.78.4 mi
- Milwaukee Public Market4.78.3 mi
- Wisconsin State Fair Park4.54 mi
- Baird Center4.58.2 mi
- Milwaukee County Zoo4.64.3 mi
- Harley-Davidson Museum®4.77.9 mi
- Milwaukee Art Museum4.89 mi
- Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory4.76.4 mi
- Lakefront Brewery4.69.3 mi
- Harley-Davidson Museum®4.77.9 mi
- Milwaukee Art Museum4.89 mi
- Milwaukee Public Museum4.88 mi
- Discovery World4.68.9 mi
- Miller High Life Theatre®4.58.2 mi
- Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory4.76.4 mi
- Boerner Botanical Gardens4.72.4 mi
- Seven Bridges4.810.5 mi
- Friends of Firefly Grove Park4.96 mi
- Bradford Beach4.610.7 mi
- South Shore Yacht Club4.68.5 mi
- McKinley Marina Central Docks4.69.7 mi
- Milwaukee Yacht Club4.59.9 mi
- South Milwaukee Yacht Club4.511.1 mi
- CenterPointe Marine Milwaukee4.48.1 mi
- Wanaki Golf Course4.411.5 mi
- Muskego Lakes Country Club4.37.4 mi
- Morningstar Golfers Club4.312.3 mi
- Oakwood Park Golf Course4.48.3 mi
- New Berlin Hills Golf Course4.32.9 mi
- Mayfair4.26.6 mi
- Milwaukee Public Market4.78.3 mi
- Southridge Mall4.12.5 mi
- 3rd St. Market Hall4.58.2 mi
- 7 Mile Fair4.210.5 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A large regional park offering trails, picnic areas, and a golf course.
A primary commercial artery featuring various retail outlets and local dining options.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.