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$409,258$465 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $259,000 on Jul 28, 2021

1235 E RUSSELL AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53207
2
Beds
1
Baths
880 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.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1898
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$409K
$357K low$461K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$259,000 · Jul 28, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$163,208
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$130,566
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.62%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$246,050
LUMINATE HOME LOANS INC · recorded Jul 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,597 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$321,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$240,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$317,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$311,300

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.40
54
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
64
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.18 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Townhouse
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

M
Bay View High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Milwaukee Parkside SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53207These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,411
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,108 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,658
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,117
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1235 E Russell 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 more than 86% of homes in Milwaukee 53207
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Bay View
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53207

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

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$162K$594K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Milwaukee 53207.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53207

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53207.

Estimated value$409,258
CheaperTypical $300,307Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$465
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,343 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1898
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 1235 E Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBay ViewMilwaukee 53207Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$409,25875% of homes86% of homes78% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$465almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than880 ft²10% of homes12% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²39% of homes25% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than189820% of homes11% of homes6% of homes

About 1235 E Russell Ave

How much is 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI is $409,258 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $357,345 to $461,171. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Jul 28, 2021 for $259,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 880 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1898, making it 128 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Bay View High School (middle), rated D; Milwaukee Parkside School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53207?

Among the 12,056 homes in Milwaukee 53207, it is worth more than 86% of them ($409,258 against a typical $300,307), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($465 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 12% of them (880 ft² against a typical 1,343 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1898 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 78% 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 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1235 E Russell Ave, Milwaukee, WI was $6,597. The county assessed it at $321,300.

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