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$268,709$302 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $105,000 on Mar 16, 2012

1720 W SALEM ST

MILWAUKEE, WI 53221
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
891 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.

Valuation

$269K
$246K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Mar 16, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,271 (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.$222,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,900

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.30
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.
53
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.0.15
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(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
Victory Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Reagan College Preparatory High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53221These 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.70
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 100.25

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.38,385
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,189 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,963
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,959
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

1720 W Salem St 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 77% of homes in College Heights
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Milwaukee 53221
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Milwaukee 53221
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Milwaukee 53221
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53221

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

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$160K$493K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Milwaukee 53221.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53221.

Estimated value$268,709
CheaperTypical $276,352Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$302
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Living area891 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 1720 W Salem St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCollege HeightsMilwaukee 53221Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$268,70977% of homes47% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30292% of homes97% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than891 ft²10% of homes6% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac59% of homes34% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than196037% of homes47% of homes74% of homes

About 1720 W Salem St

How much is 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI is $268,709 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $245,732 to $291,686. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Mar 16, 2012 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI?

1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 891 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI built?

1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI?

1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Victory Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Reagan College Preparatory High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53221?

Among the 10,555 homes in Milwaukee 53221, it is worth more than 47% of them ($268,709 against a typical $276,352), its price per square foot is higher than 97% of them ($302 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 6% of them (891 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1960 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 46% 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 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1720 W Salem St, Milwaukee, WI was $4,271. The county assessed it at $222,000.

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