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Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee · Milwaukee County · WI 53211
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Milwaukee, Shorewood
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Verdict
$392K
Median Price
24/100
Walk Score
7/10
Schools
30 min
to Unknown
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B-Schools
70/100
FQuietness
30/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
24/100
WYLT Score52/100
Our Take
53211 offers decent school ratings and a solid median home value, but it’s far from a walkable, low‑crime neighborhood. If you’re okay with a car and a moderate crime rate, it can work, but it isn’t ideal for families or remote workers who want easy access to amenities.
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The Good
- ✓High median home value relative to median rent
- ✓Good overall school ratings (average 7/10)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Diverse and young population (median age 30)
Real Talk
- !High violent and property crime levels typical of many Milwaukee neighborhoods
- !Walk score of 24 means almost all errands require a car
- !Transit is only a 32/100 score, so public transportation is limited
- !Traffic congestion can make commuting time unpredictable
- $High property taxes in Milwaukee
- $Elevated insurance costs for older homes
- $Utility bills can be higher in colder, older neighborhoods
Best For
Budget‑conscious buyersYoung professionalsStudentsPeople who prefer a car
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Milwaukee, WI
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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