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$229,139$235 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

3243 W RUSKIN ST

MILWAUKEE, WI 53215
2
Beds
1
Baths
977 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$229K
$214K low$244K high
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.$149,139
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$119,311
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.34%
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.$80,000
AURORA CU · recorded Oct 30, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,414 (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.$180,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$174,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,800

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.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.
55
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.
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.0.11
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
Curtin Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Audubon Technology and Communication High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53215These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.58,378
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,440 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,574
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,266
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%

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

3243 W Ruskin 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 less than 78% of homes in Jackson Park
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Milwaukee 53215
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Milwaukee 53215
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Jackson Park
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Milwaukee 53215

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53215

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

This home
$110K$335K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Milwaukee 53215.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53215

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53215.

Estimated value$229,139
CheaperTypical $204,905Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area977 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,579 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 4,182 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 3243 W Ruskin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJackson ParkMilwaukee 53215Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$229,13922% of homes65% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23571% of homes91% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than977 ft²17% of homes9% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac17% of homes71% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than195060% of homes91% of homes52% of homes

About 3243 W Ruskin St

How much is 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI is $229,139 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $213,788 to $244,490. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI?

3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 977 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI built?

3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI?

3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Curtin Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Audubon Technology and Communication High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53215?

Among the 11,969 homes in Milwaukee 53215, it is worth more than 65% of them ($229,139 against a typical $204,905), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($235 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 9% of them (977 ft² against a typical 1,579 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 4,182 ft²) and it is newer than 91% of them (1950 against a typical 1918). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 33% 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 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3243 W Ruskin St, Milwaukee, WI was $3,414. The county assessed it at $180,800.

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