Search Property Records in 53218, Milwaukee WI

The 53218 ZIP code in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a predominantly residential northwest-side market with approximately 11,000 properties across a mix of owner-occupied homes, rentals, small multifamily buildings, vacant parcels, and neighborhood commercial sites; single-family houses represent about 72% of the local property base, while condominiums and co-ops account for roughly 2%, commercial properties make up approximately 4%, and the remainder consists largely of duplexes, larger multifamily properties, and vacant land. Typical home values remain comparatively accessible by Milwaukee standards, with a median sale price around $145,000 to $155,000 and an average sale price near $150,000, although renovated homes, larger lots, and properties in stronger-condition blocks can command higher prices. Closed sales commonly translate to about $105 to $125 per square foot, with condition, age, updates, and the presence of a garage or finished basement heavily influencing value. Housing stock is largely made up of older detached homes, including modest bungalows, ranches, Cape Cod-style houses, and postwar residences, with many properties offering 2 to 4 bedrooms and relatively practical lot sizes. The area has historically recorded an estimated 500 to 650 home sales per year, averaging roughly 575 sales annually over the past 10 years, though activity can vary meaningfully with mortgage rates, investor demand, and the supply of move-in-ready homes. Market demand is generally strongest for well-maintained single-family homes priced below approximately $200,000, while homes needing substantial repairs may attract investors or buyers seeking lower entry costs; overall, 53218 remains a value-oriented Milwaukee housing market where pricing, property condition, and block-level location are especially important factors in resale performance.

Cities and Communities in 53218

The 53218 ZIP code includes 47 cities and communities, and this page highlights 16 of them, including Milwaukee, Glendale, Wauwatosa, Brown Deer and Whitefish Bay. Other places shown are Shorewood, Elm Grove, West Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, West Allis and Brookfield, along with Mequon, Thiensville, Greenfield, Germantown and St. Francis.

ZIP Codes Near 53218

Nearby ZIP codes for 53218 include 53210, 53223, 53208, 53234 and 53274 among the 16 shown. These nearby areas provide access to property records and related information for the neighboring communities.

ZIP Codes in Milwaukee County, WI

Milwaukee County has 11 ZIP codes shown on this page, including 53259, 53223, 53234, 53215 and 53207. The section includes ZIP codes located within the county and provides access to property records and related information for those areas.