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1541 W FOREST HOME AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53204
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
4,942 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
20
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,083 (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.$291,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$275,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,000

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.31
1
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.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.Apartments (Generic)
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.0.45
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Forest Home Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
South Division High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Hayes Bilingual SchoolC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53204These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.38,283
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,637 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,910
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,725
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

1541 W Forest Home 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Historic Mitchell Street
  • Among the largest lots in Historic Mitchell Street
  • Among the newest homes in Historic Mitchell Street

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53204.

Living area4,942 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,633 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 3,659 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1897Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 1541 W Forest Home Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHistoric Mitchell StreetMilwaukee 53204Milwaukee County
Living areabigger than4,942 ft²almost all homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 acalmost all homesalmost all homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than1980almost all homes95% of homes91% of homes

About 1541 W Forest Home Ave

When did 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 4,942 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Forest Home Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; South Division High School (high), rated D; Hayes Bilingual School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53204?

Among the 6,591 homes in Milwaukee 53204, it is bigger than 98% of them (4,942 ft² against a typical 1,633 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.45 ac against a typical 3,659 ft²) and it is newer than 95% of them (1980 against a typical 1897). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1541 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI was $6,083. The county assessed it at $291,300.

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