I’ve analyzed the Zillow Home Value Index data to identify Wisconsin’s neighborhoods with the most dramatic home value growth over the past decade, offering unique insights into the state’s evolving real estate landscape.
Milwaukee dominates this ranking with neighborhoods showing extraordinary appreciation rates between 206% and 290% since 2016, reflecting significant revitalization and renewed investor interest in previously overlooked urban communities.
What’s particularly striking is how these neighborhoods remain relatively affordable despite their tremendous growth, with 2025 values typically ranging from $70,000 to $160,000 – suggesting potential for continued appreciation as Wisconsin’s housing market evolves.
25. Hampton Heights
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 206.28%
- 2025: $136,796
- 2024: $120,552
- 2023: $113,743
- 2022: $107,930
- 2021: $94,392
- 2020: $72,635
- 2019: $65,549
- 2018: $54,461
- 2017: $50,074
- 2016: $44,664
Your investment dollar stretches remarkably far in Hampton Heights, with property values tripling over nine years but still offering accessibility compared to neighboring markets. The consistent year-over-year growth pattern suggests this area has fundamentally transformed rather than experiencing a temporary spike. For buyers, this neighborhood represents an entry point into a proven growth corridor with potential for continued appreciation.
24. Wyrick Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 212.01%
- 2025: $150,132
- 2024: $130,752
- 2023: $116,630
- 2022: $108,377
- 2021: $95,437
- 2020: $80,774
- 2019: $71,963
- 2018: $63,231
- 2017: $53,787
- 2016: $48,118
Wyrick Park offers compelling evidence that early-stage neighborhood revitalization can deliver exceptional returns, with average home values more than doubling in under a decade. The accelerating growth curve since 2020 signals strengthening market fundamentals and increasing buyer competition. This emerging pocket presents a sweet spot of established growth momentum combined with entry prices that remain attainable for first-time investors.
23. Midtown
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 214.96%
- 2025: $125,264
- 2024: $111,062
- 2023: $106,651
- 2022: $101,625
- 2021: $87,563
- 2020: $72,892
- 2019: $63,346
- 2018: $51,815
- 2017: $47,547
- 2016: $39,771
Midtown demonstrates the wealth-building potential of strategic neighborhood investment, turning a modest $40K property in 2016 into a $125K asset today. The steepest appreciation occurred during 2020-2021, suggesting pandemic-era housing trends accelerated an already emerging neighborhood renaissance. Located in a transitional urban corridor, Midtown offers buyers the financial upside of getting in before complete gentrification while still benefiting from established growth momentum.
22. Thurston Woods
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 215.78%
- 2025: $133,954
- 2024: $119,336
- 2023: $116,471
- 2022: $111,923
- 2021: $95,397
- 2020: $74,239
- 2019: $63,612
- 2018: $53,148
- 2017: $49,687
- 2016: $42,420
Thurston Woods represents a textbook case of value investing in real estate, with property values more than tripling while maintaining relatively affordable entry points. The data reveals particularly strong appreciation during the post-pandemic period, indicating resilient demand even through economic uncertainty. This north side neighborhood offers a compelling investment thesis: established growth trajectory, still-accessible price points, and room for further appreciation as Milwaukee’s housing shortage continues.
21. Forest Home Hills
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 227.23%
- 2025: $161,226
- 2024: $138,412
- 2023: $123,487
- 2022: $118,874
- 2021: $106,181
- 2020: $87,588
- 2019: $77,495
- 2018: $64,985
- 2017: $56,887
- 2016: $49,271
Forest Home Hills has delivered exceptional investment returns, with property values more than tripling and showing accelerated growth in recent years. The consistent year-over-year appreciation pattern suggests sustainable market fundamentals rather than speculative activity. This south side neighborhood combines proximity to urban amenities with relative affordability, making it strategically positioned for investors seeking growth markets with remaining upside potential.
20. Metcalfe Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 235.27%
- 2025: $75,393
- 2024: $72,044
- 2023: $67,793
- 2022: $64,179
- 2021: $54,107
- 2020: $39,801
- 2019: $34,475
- 2018: $29,381
- 2017: $25,447
- 2016: $22,488
Metcalfe Park embodies the wealth-building potential of contrarian real estate investing, with properties more than tripling in value while remaining among Milwaukee’s most affordable markets. The dramatic growth curve indicates successful neighborhood revitalization efforts are taking hold, shifting market perception. For investors, the still-modest price points combined with proven appreciation trajectories offer rare opportunities to enter early in a neighborhood transformation cycle.
19. Walnut Hill
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 237.77%
- 2025: $88,916
- 2024: $81,433
- 2023: $74,123
- 2022: $76,583
- 2021: $67,383
- 2020: $52,048
- 2019: $45,477
- 2018: $39,197
- 2017: $32,919
- 2016: $26,324
Walnut Hill showcases how early-stage neighborhood investment can generate remarkable financial returns, with home values more than tripling while remaining extraordinarily affordable by Wisconsin standards. The pronounced acceleration after 2019 suggests a fundamental shift in market perception rather than incremental improvement. Located just northwest of downtown, this neighborhood offers investors high cash flow potential combined with continued appreciation upside as urban renewal expands outward.
18. Garden Homes
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 238.32%
- 2025: $116,363
- 2024: $101,771
- 2023: $91,639
- 2022: $90,017
- 2021: $76,311
- 2020: $58,314
- 2019: $52,914
- 2018: $44,830
- 2017: $40,185
- 2016: $34,394
Garden Homes represents a masterclass in value appreciation, with property values more than tripling within a decade while maintaining accessibility compared to surrounding markets. The consistent upward trajectory suggests structural neighborhood improvement rather than cyclical housing trends. This historic northside community offers an appealing combination of architectural character, proven growth momentum, and entry prices that still allow for substantial rental yields alongside appreciation potential.
17. Washington Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 239.66%
- 2025: $102,888
- 2024: $96,709
- 2023: $85,788
- 2022: $80,742
- 2021: $67,323
- 2020: $51,829
- 2019: $46,169
- 2018: $40,756
- 2017: $37,105
- 2016: $30,291
Washington Park demonstrates the financial power of neighborhood transition, with average home values jumping from $30K to over $100K in less than a decade. The accelerating growth pattern, particularly post-2020, indicates strengthening market fundamentals rather than speculative activity. This west side neighborhood anchored by its namesake Olmsted-designed park combines urban accessibility, architectural character, and price points that remain below replacement cost – creating compelling value for investors.
16. Fairfield
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 242.62%
- 2025: $114,345
- 2024: $99,389
- 2023: $93,881
- 2022: $96,916
- 2021: $81,517
- 2020: $66,836
- 2019: $57,050
- 2018: $46,434
- 2017: $42,615
- 2016: $33,374
Fairfield showcases the remarkable wealth-building potential of early neighborhood investment, turning $33K properties into $114K assets within nine years. The pronounced value acceleration between 2019-2022 suggests a critical inflection point has been passed in neighborhood perception. For investors seeking both cash flow and appreciation, this evolving area offers an increasingly attractive proposition: improving neighborhood fundamentals combined with entry prices that remain well below replacement cost.
15. Merrill Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 245.52%
- 2025: $148,658
- 2024: $139,538
- 2023: $130,118
- 2022: $119,229
- 2021: $100,099
- 2020: $76,842
- 2019: $71,430
- 2018: $62,561
- 2017: $54,395
- 2016: $43,025
Merrill Park offers a compelling case study in neighborhood transformation economics, with property values more than tripling while maintaining relative affordability. The accelerating growth curve, particularly after 2020, signals strengthening market perception and increased buyer competition. This near west side enclave benefits from proximity to Marquette University and downtown, creating a strategic investment opportunity with strong rental demand alongside continued appreciation potential.
14. Servite Woods
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 247.48%
- 2025: $106,953
- 2024: $91,691
- 2023: $84,209
- 2022: $75,249
- 2021: $61,339
- 2020: $51,676
- 2019: $48,531
- 2018: $41,054
- 2017: $37,782
- 2016: $30,780
Servite Woods exemplifies how strategic neighborhood investment can build substantial wealth, with property values more than tripling in under a decade. The acceleration in growth after 2020 indicates strengthening market dynamics rather than speculative forces. For investors, this north side neighborhood offers an increasingly compelling proposition: proven appreciation trajectory combined with entry prices that remain well below replacement cost, creating opportunities for both cash flow and continued value growth.
13. Havenwoods
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 250.21%
- 2025: $129,850
- 2024: $110,680
- 2023: $107,953
- 2022: $101,004
- 2021: $89,462
- 2020: $68,789
- 2019: $59,393
- 2018: $48,332
- 2017: $44,091
- 2016: $37,078
Havenwoods demonstrates the financial upside of early-stage neighborhood revitalization, with average home values more than tripling from their modest 2016 baseline. The steepest appreciation occurred during the pandemic era, suggesting fundamental market revaluation rather than speculative activity. This north side community anchored by Wisconsin’s only urban state forest offers investors a compelling blend of natural amenities, improving neighborhood fundamentals, and price points that remain well below replacement cost.
12. Arlington Heights
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 253.71%
- 2025: $88,072
- 2024: $75,641
- 2023: $67,342
- 2022: $66,860
- 2021: $58,641
- 2020: $45,956
- 2019: $40,101
- 2018: $29,429
- 2017: $28,997
- 2016: $24,900
Arlington Heights showcases the wealth-building potential of contrarian real estate investing, with modest $25K properties transforming into $88K assets in less than a decade. The pronounced acceleration after 2019 suggests a fundamental shift in market perception rather than gradual improvement. For investors seeking both strong cash flow and appreciation, this northwest side neighborhood offers extremely accessible entry points combined with proven growth trajectories and continued revitalization upside.
11. Lincoln Village
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 256.75%
- 2025: $159,570
- 2024: $135,323
- 2023: $117,913
- 2022: $110,691
- 2021: $101,245
- 2020: $80,257
- 2019: $71,611
- 2018: $59,590
- 2017: $52,176
- 2016: $44,729
Lincoln Village embodies transformational wealth creation through neighborhood investment, turning $45K properties into $160K assets within nine years. The steepening appreciation curve signals increasing buyer competition and strengthening market fundamentals. This south side enclave with its distinctive Polish heritage architecture offers investors an increasingly compelling value proposition: established growth momentum combined with rich cultural character and continued upside as Milwaukee’s affordable housing search extends beyond traditional hotspots.
10. Clarke Square
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 256.81%
- 2025: $152,842
- 2024: $127,575
- 2023: $114,877
- 2022: $107,362
- 2021: $90,209
- 2020: $74,178
- 2019: $66,400
- 2018: $57,468
- 2017: $49,099
- 2016: $42,836
Clarke Square demonstrates how neighborhood revitalization can create remarkable financial returns, with property values more than tripling while still remaining relatively affordable. The accelerating appreciation curve after 2021 indicates strengthening market fundamentals rather than speculative forces. This near south side neighborhood adjacent to Mitchell Park offers an increasingly compelling investment case: proven growth trajectory, proximity to downtown, and a vibrant Latino cultural influence creating a distinctive market position.
9. Borchert Field
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 257.72%
- 2025: $70,204
- 2024: $57,757
- 2023: $52,992
- 2022: $50,947
- 2021: $41,559
- 2020: $30,804
- 2019: $29,039
- 2018: $22,935
- 2017: $21,431
- 2016: $19,625
Borchert Field exemplifies the wealth-building potential of early-stage neighborhood investment, with property values more than tripling while remaining among Milwaukee’s most affordable. The dramatic acceleration after 2020 suggests a fundamental market revaluation rather than incremental improvement. This north side neighborhood named after Milwaukee’s historic baseball stadium offers extraordinary investment metrics: extremely low entry points, proven appreciation trajectory, and substantial rental yield potential alongside continued value growth.
8. Walker’s Point
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 259.30%
- 2025: $132,833
- 2024: $109,117
- 2023: $99,473
- 2022: $92,434
- 2021: $81,915
- 2020: $64,293
- 2019: $55,155
- 2018: $47,987
- 2017: $42,825
- 2016: $36,970
Walker’s Point represents a masterclass in urban revitalization investing, with property values nearly quadrupling as the neighborhood transformed into one of Milwaukee’s trendiest areas. The steep acceleration after 2021 indicates increasing buyer competition for limited inventory. This historic warehouse district south of downtown offers compelling investment dynamics: established growth momentum, vibrant restaurant and nightlife scene, and comparative value compared to neighboring Third Ward – suggesting continued appreciation potential.
7. Wahl Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 267.29%
- 2025: $127,482
- 2024: $109,163
- 2023: $101,833
- 2022: $97,687
- 2021: $84,386
- 2020: $61,994
- 2019: $52,912
- 2018: $45,475
- 2017: $40,564
- 2016: $34,709
Wahl Park showcases the wealth-building power of neighborhood revitalization, with property values nearly quadrupling while remaining accessible compared to surrounding markets. The dramatic post-2020 acceleration indicates fundamental market revaluation rather than cyclical factors. This northwest side neighborhood anchored by its namesake park offers investors compelling financial metrics: proven growth trajectory, relatively affordable entry points, and continued upside potential as Milwaukee’s housing crisis drives buyers to explore emerging areas.
6. McGovern Park
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 268.50%
- 2025: $130,544
- 2024: $110,379
- 2023: $103,208
- 2022: $99,037
- 2021: $87,512
- 2020: $64,782
- 2019: $57,555
- 2018: $46,114
- 2017: $42,223
- 2016: $35,426
McGovern Park exemplifies transformational neighborhood investment, with average home values nearly quadrupling from their modest 2016 baseline. The pronounced acceleration after 2020 suggests significant market revaluation rather than gradual improvement. This north side community surrounding one of Milwaukee’s largest parks offers investors an increasingly compelling value proposition: strong growth momentum, relatively affordable entry points, and potential for both strong rental yields and continued appreciation as urban renewal expands outward.
5. Muskego Way
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 271.27%
- 2025: $136,437
- 2024: $116,085
- 2023: $103,046
- 2022: $99,630
- 2021: $86,542
- 2020: $69,036
- 2019: $60,173
- 2018: $49,018
- 2017: $44,120
- 2016: $36,749
Muskego Way demonstrates the remarkable wealth-building potential of strategic neighborhood investment, with property values nearly quadrupling in less than a decade. The steepening appreciation curve after 2019 signals increasing market demand rather than speculative activity. This south side neighborhood offers investors a compelling financial equation: proven growth trajectory, relatively affordable entry points compared to surrounding markets, and continued appreciation potential as Milwaukee’s housing shortage pushes buyers beyond traditional hotspots.
4. Old North Milwaukee
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 276.02%
- 2025: $112,250
- 2024: $99,267
- 2023: $93,156
- 2022: $89,058
- 2021: $74,235
- 2020: $56,053
- 2019: $49,858
- 2018: $41,892
- 2017: $36,803
- 2016: $29,852
Old North Milwaukee showcases how strategic neighborhood investment can create exceptional returns, with home values nearly quadrupling while remaining accessible compared to surrounding areas. The dramatic post-2020 acceleration indicates fundamental market revaluation rather than cyclical factors. This historic north side community offers investors a compelling combination: strong growth momentum, affordable entry points that enable both cash flow and appreciation, and continued revitalization potential as Milwaukee’s housing market evolves.
3. Franklin Heights
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 277.77%
- 2025: $82,967
- 2024: $69,797
- 2023: $60,366
- 2022: $61,057
- 2021: $49,210
- 2020: $34,352
- 2019: $32,172
- 2018: $25,993
- 2017: $24,241
- 2016: $21,962
Franklin Heights represents a textbook case of contrarian real estate investing, with extremely modest $22K properties nearly quadrupling to $83K in less than a decade. The dramatic post-pandemic acceleration suggests a fundamental market revaluation rather than gradual improvement. Located on Milwaukee’s northwest side, this neighborhood offers extraordinary investment metrics: extremely accessible entry points, potential for exceptional rental yields, and continued appreciation upside as neighborhood revitalization gains momentum.
2. Historic Mitchell Street
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 279.66%
- 2025: $129,099
- 2024: $108,160
- 2023: $97,185
- 2022: $92,606
- 2021: $81,260
- 2020: $65,391
- 2019: $58,726
- 2018: $46,213
- 2017: $41,467
- 2016: $34,004
Historic Mitchell Street showcases the wealth-building power of urban revitalization, with property values nearly quadrupling as this once-dominant commercial corridor experiences renaissance. The consistent appreciation curve signals sustainable market fundamentals rather than speculative activity. This south side district with its distinctive Polish heritage architecture offers investors compelling dynamics: established growth momentum, vibrant Latino cultural influence, and strategic position near downtown – suggesting continued appreciation potential as Milwaukee’s housing market evolves.
1. Harambee
- % change from 2016 to 2025: 290.45%
- 2025: $119,922
- 2024: $104,036
- 2023: $95,696
- 2022: $90,638
- 2021: $77,265
- 2020: $52,457
- 2019: $49,210
- 2018: $41,215
- 2017: $36,951
- 2016: $30,714
Harambee demonstrates the extraordinary financial potential of neighborhood transformation, with property values nearly quadrupling yet remaining accessible compared to neighboring Riverwest and Brewers Hill. The dramatic post-2020 acceleration indicates a fundamental market revaluation is underway. This historically significant African-American neighborhood just north of downtown offers a compelling investment thesis: proven growth trajectory, relative affordability, strategic location, and continued upside potential as Milwaukee’s housing shortage intensifies.
