The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53213 sells for about $379,950, or $520 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 10 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,319 a month.
ZIP 53213 — Milwaukee
The 53213 housing market is highly competitive, characterized by low inventory and strong buyer demand, which has pushed the median sale price to $462,750. The market is currently seeing a rapid turnover with a median of 10 days on market and a sale-to-list ratio exceeding 100%. These conditions are driven by the area's reputation for high-quality schools and proximity to major medical employment hubs.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban feel with urban amenities, high-quality schools, and a manageable commute to Milwaukee's employment centers.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 10 days on market with 1.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 105.9% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.9% · poverty 5.7% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 53213, Milwaukee County WI
The area generally experiences lower crime rates compared to the broader Milwaukee urban core, with safety being a primary draw for residents.
The ZIP is served by the highly-regarded Wauwatosa School District, which is consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal wind and storm events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near the Menomonee River.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center and the ongoing revitalization of the Wauwatosa village commercial corridor.
Property taxes are levied by the City of Wauwatosa and Milwaukee County, with additional levies for the Wauwatosa School District and Milwaukee Area Technical College.
Residents benefit from direct access to I-94 and Highway 45, providing a 15-20 minute commute to downtown Milwaukee and major employment hubs.
The area features extensive green space including Hoyt Park and the Menomonee River Parkway, alongside the vibrant shopping and dining districts of North Avenue and State Street.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, driven by the area's proximity to major medical employers and its reputation for quality of life.
The economy is anchored by the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center, which serves as a major employer, alongside a robust mix of professional services and retail.
The area is well-served by major highway corridors including I-94 and I-41, with public transit options provided by the Milwaukee County Transit System.
Development is focused on infill projects and the modernization of existing commercial corridors to support density and walkability.
Parcels are subject to the Wauwatosa School District and Milwaukee Area Technical College district levies.
Property insurance premiums are stable but reflect regional exposure to severe weather events common in the Great Lakes region.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Jellystone Park™ Caledonia4.315.2 mi
- Slick City Action Park4.42.9 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.49 mi
- Dave & Buster's Wauwatosa3.92.7 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Greendale3.86.7 mi
- American Family Field4.71.8 mi
- Fiserv Forum4.74 mi
- Milwaukee Public Market4.74.5 mi
- Wisconsin State Fair Park4.51.9 mi
- Baird Center4.54 mi
- Milwaukee County Zoo4.62.4 mi
- Harley-Davidson Museum®4.74.2 mi
- Milwaukee Art Museum4.85.1 mi
- Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory4.72.9 mi
- Lakefront Brewery4.64.7 mi
- Harley-Davidson Museum®4.74.2 mi
- Milwaukee Art Museum4.85.1 mi
- Milwaukee Public Museum4.83.9 mi
- Discovery World4.65.2 mi
- Miller High Life Theatre®4.54 mi
- Mitchell Park Domes Horticulture Conservatory4.72.9 mi
- Boerner Botanical Gardens4.77.8 mi
- Seven Bridges4.811.3 mi
- Friends of Firefly Grove Park4.93.1 mi
- Bradford Beach4.66.3 mi
- South Shore Yacht Club4.66.7 mi
- McKinley Marina Central Docks4.65.5 mi
- Milwaukee Yacht Club4.55.6 mi
- South Milwaukee Yacht Club4.512.4 mi
- CenterPointe Marine Milwaukee4.44.9 mi
- Brown Deer Park Golf Course4.57.9 mi
- Wanaki Golf Course4.49.8 mi
- Dretzka Park Golf Course4.49 mi
- New Berlin Hills Golf Course4.34.9 mi
- Oakwood Park Golf Course4.412.6 mi
- Mayfair4.22.7 mi
- Milwaukee Public Market4.74.5 mi
- Southridge Mall4.16.7 mi
- 3rd St. Market Hall4.54.2 mi
- Bayshore4.26.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features a popular public pool, trails, and extensive green space.
Provides scenic walking and biking paths along the river.
Historic district with a high concentration of local restaurants and boutiques.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 21.8% from the nearest retained anchor (prior refresh cycle) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $462,750 (+21.8% vs the prior refresh cycle) failed independent re-validation and was reverted to the prior cycle value; the case is under review in the Command Center.