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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $179,000 on Nov 23, 2020

520 W HOWARD AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53207
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,645 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.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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.$179,000 · Nov 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,944 (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.$289,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$248,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,100

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
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.
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
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
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(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
Whittier Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Bay View High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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

520 W Howard 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.

  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Saveland Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Saveland Park
  • Newer than 75% 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.

Living area1,645 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 520 W Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaveland ParkMilwaukee 53207Milwaukee County
Living areabigger than1,645 ft²80% of homes69% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac29% of homes60% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than195067% of homes75% of homes52% of homes

About 520 W Howard Ave

When did 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Nov 23, 2020 for $179,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,645 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Whittier Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Bay View High School (middle), rated D. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53207?

Among the 12,067 homes in Milwaukee 53207, it is bigger than 69% of them (1,645 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1950 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 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 520 W Howard Ave, Milwaukee, WI was $5,944. The county assessed it at $289,900.

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