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$134,555$90 / 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 88How 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 $48,900 on Feb 11, 1999

2228 W RUBY AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53209
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,496 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$135K
$118K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$48,900 · Feb 11, 1999
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.$123,529
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,823
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.7%
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.$11,026
TCF NATIONAL BANK · recorded Apr 20, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,882 (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.$135,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$127,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$133,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$118,900

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

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

E
Barbee Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–7 · 0.1 mi
H
King InternationalB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Franklin Elementary SchoolD+
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53209These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,906 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,717
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,724
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

2228 W Ruby 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 89% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53209

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

This home
$63K$478K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Milwaukee 53209.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53209.

Estimated value$134,555
CheaperTypical $147,661Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,496 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,364 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 2228 W Ruby Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln ParkMilwaukee 53209Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$134,55554% of homes43% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9019% of homes21% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,496 ft²64% of homes59% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac55% of homes44% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than194762% of homes47% of homes45% of homes

About 2228 W Ruby Ave

How much is 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI is $134,555 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $118,369 to $150,741. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Feb 11, 1999 for $48,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,496 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Barbee Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; King International (high), rated B-; Franklin Elementary School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53209?

Among the 13,406 homes in Milwaukee 53209, it is worth more than 43% of them ($134,555 against a typical $147,661), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($90 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,496 ft² against a typical 1,364 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1947 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 11% 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 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2228 W Ruby Ave, Milwaukee, WI was $3,882. The county assessed it at $135,100.

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