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$410,787$501 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $22,000 on Feb 1, 2017

5551 N BAY RIDGE AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53217
2
Beds
1
Baths
820 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.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$411K
$387K low$434K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,000 · Feb 1, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,399 (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.$346,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$225,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,100

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.32
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.
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
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(6)

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
Richards Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Whitefish Bay Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Whitefish Bay High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Whitefish Bay School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53217These 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.33
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 100.23

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.28,653
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,797 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$134,185
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,251
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%

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How this home compares

5551 N Bay Ridge 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 more than 79% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Milwaukee County
  • Among the smallest homes in Milwaukee 53217
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Milwaukee 53217

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53217

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

This home
$219K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Milwaukee 53217.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53217.

Estimated value$410,787
CheaperTypical $548,647Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$501
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area820 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,119 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilwaukee 53217Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$410,78724% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$50198% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than820 ft²almost no homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac10% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than194846% of homes47% of homes

About 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave

How much is 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI is $410,787 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $387,336 to $434,238. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Feb 1, 2017 for $22,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 820 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Richards Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Whitefish Bay Middle School (middle), rated A+; Whitefish Bay High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Whitefish Bay School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53217?

Among the 10,410 homes in Milwaukee 53217, it is worth more than 24% of them ($410,787 against a typical $548,647), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($501 against a typical $275), it is bigger than almost none of them (820 ft² against a typical 2,119 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1948 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 79% 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 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5551 N Bay Ridge Ave, Milwaukee, WI was $7,399. The county assessed it at $346,800.

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