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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $97,900 on Jan 26, 2001

5553 W PHILIP PL

MILWAUKEE, WI 53216
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,656 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.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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.$97,900 · Jan 26, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,236 (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.$207,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,600

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.
57
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Fifty-Third Street Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Milwaukee School of LanguagesD+
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53216These 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.118
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 100.20

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,403
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,541 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,414
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,202
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

5553 W Philip Pl 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 95% of homes in Grasslyn Manor
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Older than 93% of homes in Grasslyn Manor

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53216

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53216.

Living area2,656 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 5553 W Philip Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrasslyn ManorMilwaukee 53216Milwaukee County
Living areabigger than2,656 ft²95% of homes94% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac39% of homes39% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than19307% of homes22% of homes35% of homes

About 5553 W Philip Pl

When did 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Jan 26, 2001 for $97,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI?

5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,656 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI built?

5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI?

5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Fifty-Third Street Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Milwaukee School of Languages (high), rated D+. All sit in Milwaukee School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53216?

Among the 9,189 homes in Milwaukee 53216, it is bigger than 94% of them (2,656 ft² against a typical 1,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1930 against a typical 1945). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5553 W Philip Pl, Milwaukee, WI was $4,236. The county assessed it at $207,800.

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