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$157,210$152 / 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 90How 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 $149,900 on Sep 3, 2021

5609 W CONGRESS ST

MILWAUKEE, WI 53218
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,036 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$157K
$142K low$173K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,900 · Sep 3, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,215 (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.$206,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$181,800

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.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.0.11
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
Congress Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Milwaukee School of LanguagesD+
High · Grades 6–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Milwaukee School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53218These 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.92
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 100.22

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
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.38,237
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,467 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,166
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,489
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

5609 W Congress 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 84% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Lincoln Creek
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Milwaukee 53218
  • Older than 78% of homes in Milwaukee 53218

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53218

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

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$62K$247K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Milwaukee 53218.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53218

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53218.

Estimated value$157,210
CheaperTypical $139,000Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $126Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,036 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,121 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 5609 W Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLincoln CreekMilwaukee 53218Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,21070% of homes66% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15289% of homes74% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,036 ft²29% of homes38% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac40% of homes14% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than195073% of homes22% of homes51% of homes

About 5609 W Congress St

How much is 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI is $157,210 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $141,866 to $172,554. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI last sell?

5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI last sold on Sep 3, 2021 for $149,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI?

5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,036 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI built?

5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI?

5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI is assigned to Congress 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 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53218?

Among the 10,900 homes in Milwaukee 53218, it is worth more than 66% of them ($157,210 against a typical $139,000), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($152 against a typical $126), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,036 ft² against a typical 1,121 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1950 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 16% 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 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5609 W Congress St, Milwaukee, WI was $4,215. The county assessed it at $206,800.

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