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$676,606$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 95How 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 $25,750 on Oct 23, 2017

1949 FOREST ST

WAUWATOSA, WI 53213
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,241 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$677K
$641K low$712K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$25,750 · Oct 23, 2017
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.$545,606
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$436,485
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.21%
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.$125,000
US BANK NA ND · recorded Nov 16, 2012
2nd 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.$6,000
US BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,152 (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.$587,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$486,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$345,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$583,600

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.32
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.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
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
CountyMILWAUKEE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Lincoln Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
East High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Longfellow Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi

District: Wauwatosa School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53213These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.26,384
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,659 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,658
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,498
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.Yes

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

1949 Forest 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 95% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53213

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

This home
$188K$1M

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Milwaukee 53213.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53213

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53213.

Estimated value$676,606
CheaperTypical $481,373Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$302
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,241 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 1949 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilwaukee 53213Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$676,60687% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30260% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than2,241 ft²79% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac31% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than192430% of homes25% of homes

About 1949 Forest St

How much is 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI is $676,606 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $640,900 to $712,312. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI last sell?

1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI last sold on Oct 23, 2017 for $25,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI?

1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,241 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI built?

1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI?

1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; East High School (high), rated A; Longfellow Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Wauwatosa School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53213?

Among the 8,158 homes in Milwaukee 53213, it is worth more than 87% of them ($676,606 against a typical $481,373), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($302 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,241 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1924 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 95% 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 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1949 Forest St, Wauwatosa, WI was $10,152. The county assessed it at $587,700.

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