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$333,660$248 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

12249 W JAMES AVE

FRANKLIN, WI 53132
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,348 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$334K
$311K low$356K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,466 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Hales Corners Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Whitnall Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Whitnall High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Whitnall School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53132These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,205
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,040 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,913
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,619
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

12249 W James Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 80% of homes in Franklin 53132
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Franklin 53132
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Franklin 53132

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$232K$981K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Franklin 53132.

How it measures up in Franklin 53132

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 53132.

Estimated value$333,660
CheaperTypical $446,205Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$248
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,348 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,890 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 12249 W James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 53132Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$333,66020% of homes65% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24865% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,348 ft²15% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac73% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than196819% of homes82% of homes

About 12249 W James Ave

How much is 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI is $333,660 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $311,439 to $355,881. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI last sell?

12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI last sold on Jun 11, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI?

12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,348 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI built?

12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI?

12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI is assigned to Hales Corners Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Whitnall Middle School (middle), rated B+; Whitnall High School (high), rated B. All sit in Whitnall School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI compare to other homes in Franklin 53132?

Among the 12,394 homes in Franklin 53132, it is worth more than 20% of them ($333,660 against a typical $446,205), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($248 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 15% of them (1,348 ft² against a typical 1,890 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1968 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 65% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12249 W James Ave, Franklin, WI was $2,466.

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