Shorewood City Property Records in Wisconsin
Shorewood is a village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, on Lake Michigan just north of Milwaukee. Recorded deeds, mortgages and plats are held by the Milwaukee County Register of Deeds. The Village of Shorewood Assessor determines values and the Village of Shorewood Treasurer takes tax payments, with the Milwaukee County Treasurer handling unpaid balances. Building and zoning information is maintained by the Village of Shorewood Planning and Development staff. Property cases are heard in the Milwaukee County Circuit Court. These are the official, legal sources for Shorewood property data.
Shorewood Property and Community Statistics
What Are the Crime Rates
This section covers reported crime in Shorewood, grouped into violent crimes (murder, robbery and assault) and property crimes (total property crimes, burglary and motor vehicle theft). It shows how many incidents were reported in each category.
The data records no murders, 2 robberies, and 1 assault, along with 232 property crimes. It also lists 20 burglaries and 25 motor vehicle thefts.
These counts show what was reported in each category. Because they are not adjusted for population size, they indicate how many incidents were reported rather than how often they occurred relative to residents in Shorewood.
What Is the Population Profile of Shorewood
This section shows the racial and ethnic makeup of Shorewood, with population counts and percentages for each group. White residents make up the largest share at 81% (11,053 people), followed by Asian residents at 6% (817) and residents of two or more races at 5% (731). Hispanic residents account for 5% (651), Black residents for 2% (317), and Other Race residents for 0.78% (106). American Indian residents make up 0.05% (7), and no Pacific Islander residents are listed.
Shorewood, Ratings Compared Across Wisconsin 
The ratings for Shorewood cover several aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Public Schools (A+), Access to Coffee Shops (A+), and Good for Families (A+). Other notable ratings include Good for Young Professionals (A+), Walkability (A+), and Access to Parks (A), while Cost of Living and Weather both received a C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Shorewood.
How Educated Is Shorewood
Shorewood's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (36%), Masters Degree (26%), and Doctorate (8%). The data also includes other available education levels, such as High School (8%), Some College (7%), Associate Degree (5%), and Below High School (1%).
When Were Homes Built
Shorewood's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. The largest share of homes was built before 1939 (54%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (19%) and 1960 - 1979 (11%). The data also includes other available construction periods, including 2000 - Present (9%) and 1980 - 1999 (8%).
How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?
Shorewood's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. The largest share of homes have 2 Bedrooms (31%), followed by 1 Bedroom (22%) and 3 Bedrooms (22%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories, including 4 Bedrooms (16%), 5 or More Bedrooms (6%), and No Bedrooms (3%).
What Is the Average Age
Shorewood's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 25 - 34 (17%), 65 Plus (16%), and 55 - 64 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups, including 35 - 44 (14%), Under 10 (12%), 45 - 54 (12%), 18 - 24 (9%), and 10 - 17 (7%).
Property Market Trends at Shorewood
Shorewood's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $423,600. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,291 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Shorewood's dynamic real estate landscape.