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$291,175$170 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Dec 16, 2025

5601 W FOREST HOME AVE

MILWAUKEE, WI 53220
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,710 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$291K
$252K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Dec 16, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$262,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$289,400

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.
7
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.
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Maple Grove Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Greenfield High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Greenfield Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Greenfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53220These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
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.26,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,727 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,367
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,777
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

5601 W Forest Home 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Milwaukee 53220
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Milwaukee 53220
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Among the oldest homes in Milwaukee 53220

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53220

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

This home
$150K$493K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Milwaukee 53220.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53220.

Estimated value$291,175
CheaperTypical $296,082Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$170
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,224 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5601 W Forest Home Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilwaukee 53220Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,17548% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1706% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²80% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac89% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than1927almost no homes31% of homes

About 5601 W Forest Home Ave

How much is 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI is $291,175 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $251,758 to $330,592. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Dec 16, 2025 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI built?

5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI?

5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Maple Grove Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Greenfield High School (high), rated D+; Greenfield Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Greenfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5601 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53220?

Among the 7,616 homes in Milwaukee 53220, it is worth more than 48% of them ($291,175 against a typical $296,082), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($170 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,224 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1927 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 54% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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