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$364,582$270 / 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 93How 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

2978 S CALIFORNIA ST

MILWAUKEE, WI 53207
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,350 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.
0.1 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.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$365K
$338K low$391K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,223 (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.$315,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$233,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,800

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
68
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.
64
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.38 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.Single Family Residence
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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(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
Humboldt Park Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Bradley Technology High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 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

2978 S California 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 78% of homes in Milwaukee 53207
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Milwaukee County

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53207

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

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$154K$581K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Milwaukee 53207.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53207

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

Estimated value$364,582
CheaperTypical $292,590Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,350 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,347 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 2978 S California St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBay ViewMilwaukee 53207Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$364,58266% of homes78% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27059% of homes70% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,350 ft²41% of homes50% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac57% of homes37% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than192459% of homes38% of homes25% of homes

About 2978 S California St

How much is 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI is $364,582 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $338,054 to $391,110. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI?

2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,350 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI built?

2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI?

2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Humboldt Park Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Bradley Technology 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 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53207?

Among the 12,067 homes in Milwaukee 53207, it is worth more than 78% of them ($364,582 against a typical $292,590), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($270 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,350 ft² against a typical 1,347 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1924 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 71% 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 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2978 S California St, Milwaukee, WI was $6,223. The county assessed it at $315,800.

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