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Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $53,700 on May 3, 2018

2255 S 5TH ST

MILWAUKEE, WI 53207
7
Beds
3
Baths
2,475 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.
2,880 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,700 · May 3, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,613 (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.$131,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$118,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,500

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.43
64
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.30 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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Triplex
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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
Riley Dual Language Montessori SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Hayes Bilingual SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
South Division High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 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%

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How this home compares

2255 S 5th 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.

  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Milwaukee 53207
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Milwaukee County

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53207

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

Living area2,475 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size2,880 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 2255 S 5th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln VillageMilwaukee 53207Milwaukee County
Living areabigger than2,475 ft²87% of homes93% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,880 ft²17% of homes7% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than18909% of homes5% of homes3% of homes

About 2255 S 5th St

When did 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI last sold on May 3, 2018 for $53,700, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI?

2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI has 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,475 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI built?

2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a triplex home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI?

2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Riley Dual Language Montessori School (elementary), rated D-; Hayes Bilingual School (middle), rated F; South Division High School (high), rated F. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53207?

Among the 12,067 homes in Milwaukee 53207, it is bigger than 93% of them (2,475 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (2,880 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1929). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2255 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI was $3,613. The county assessed it at $131,100.

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