Garden Homes Neighborhood Guide Milwaukee, WI
About
Garden Homes is a charming neighborhood located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It's situated north of the city center and is known for its historic homes, many of which were designed by the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The area is bordered by North 27th Street on the west and the villard avenue on the south. The neighborhood is also adjacent to Highway 145, making travel to other parts of Wisconsin easy.
What You Will Love About Garden Homes, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- The neighborhood's rich history and distinctive architectural styles, particularly the design influence of Frank Lloyd Wright.
- The convenient access to major thoroughfares like Highway 145 for easy commuting.
- Proximity to several parks and green spaces, including Garden Homes Square, the perfect spot for outdoor activities.
What’s Nearby
Garden Homes is a short drive away from the heart of Milwaukee, making it easy for residents to enjoy the city's attractions, such as Milwaukee Public Museum and the Fiserv Forum. The neighborhood is also close to Lincoln Creek, a popular spot for nature enthusiasts.
Lifestyle
Residents of Garden Homes enjoy a peaceful suburban lifestyle while being close to the city. The neighborhood is quiet, yet vibrant, characterized by single-family homes and community parks. This combination of serenity and convenience makes Garden Homes a desirable place to live.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 57 restaurants, 24 grocery stores, and 4 parks within a mile of the Garden Homes neighborhood.
Hot Spot SupermarketRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
2643 W Atkinson Ave
- Tanji Food and Tobacco
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2838 W Atkinson Ave
- Baylor's Melon Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
1985 W Capitol Dr
- Sangha's Food Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.7 miles
1901 W Atkinson Ave
- Hopkins Food Store
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.8 miles
4601 N Hopkins St
- Sparkle Food
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.8 miles
2526 W Hopkins St
- Hot Spot Supermarket
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.2 miles
2643 W Atkinson Ave
- L & S Liquor I
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.3 miles
2305 W Atkinson Ave
- Tanji Food and Tobacco
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Candy Store, Grocery Store
•0.4 miles
2838 W Atkinson Ave
- Teutonia Wine & Liquor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Beer Store, Liquor Store
•0.4 miles
2232 W Capitol Dr
- Baylor's Melon Market
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•0.6 miles
1985 W Capitol Dr
- Express Liquor
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Liquor Store
•0.7 miles
3833 N Teutonia Ave
Century City Tower CaféDining and Drinking, Cafeteria
•4201 N 27th St
- McDonald's
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.2 miles
2700 W Capitol Dr
- Midtown Fast Food
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant
•0.2 miles
4383 N 27th St
- Hook Fish & Chicken
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, Seafood Restaurant
•0.3 miles
2604 W Capitol Dr
- Grill City
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Fast Food Restaurant, Southern Food Restaurant
•0.3 miles
2729 W Atkinson Ave
- Cliff's Big Burger
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Burger Joint, Southern Food Restaurant
•0.3 miles
2729 W Atkinson Ave
Teutonia Gas & FoodRetail, Convenience Store, Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
4295 N Teutonia Ave
- Kwik Stop
Retail, Convenience Store
•0.3 miles
2627 W Capitol Dr
- Walgreens
Retail, Drugstore
•0.4 miles
2222 W Capitol Dr
- JL Superstore
Retail, Department Store
•0.5 miles
2205 W Capitol Dr
- Family Dollar Store
Retail, Discount Store
•0.5 miles
2012 W Capitol Dr
- Jeffers Hardware & Service
Retail, Hardware Store
•0.9 miles
2110 W Hampton Ave
Garden Homes SquareLandmarks and Outdoors, Park
•0.2 miles
N 26TH St
- Lindbergh Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park
•1.0 mile
3629 N 16th St
- Milwaukee Recreation Department
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•1.2 miles
2221 W Auer Ave
- Moody Park
Landmarks and Outdoors, Park, Playground
•1.3 miles
2250 W Burleigh St
Vanguard Sculpture ServicesArts and Entertainment, Art Gallery
•0.4 miles
3374 W Hopkins St
- GROWN FOLKS Comedy
Arts and Entertainment, Comedy Club
•0.6 miles
3945 N 35th St
- Vibez Creative Arts Sp
Arts and Entertainment, Dining and Drinking, Bar, Lounge
•1.3 miles
3536 W Fond Du Lac Ave
Salon GorgeousBusiness and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•4246 N 27th St
- Capitol Big Load Laundry
Business and Professional Services, Laundromat
•0.2 miles
2728 W Capitol Dr
- Born As Angels Academy
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service
•0.2 miles
2440 W Atkinson Ave
- Top Of The Line Barber Shop
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
4390 N 27th St
- Monk's Barber Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•0.3 miles
4394 N 27th St
- Phillips 66
Travel and Transportation, Fuel Station
•0.3 miles
4295 N Teutonia Ave
Kempo Goju School of KarateSports and Recreation, Martial Arts Dojo
•0.8 miles
1812 W Atkinson Ave
Conflict SportsSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio
•1.3 miles
3819 W Fond Du Lac Ave
Bev's PlaceDining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.4 miles
2928 W Atkinson Ave
- Jus Gee Gee's
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.5 miles
3941 N Teutonia Ave
- Blues Place
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.5 miles
3941 N Teutonia Ave
- Big Man's Place
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant
•0.7 miles
1932 W Capitol Dr
- Shananigans
Dining and Drinking, Bar, Restaurant, BBQ Joint, Burger Joint
•0.8 miles
3751 N Teutonia Ave
- Warren's Lounge
Dining and Drinking, Bar
•0.8 miles
2534 W Hopkins St
Milwaukee Public LibraryCommunity and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
1960 W Atkinson Ave
- Atkinson Library System
Community and Government, Library
•0.6 miles
1960 W Atkinson Ave
- Urban Day II
Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
3774 N 12th St
- Urban Day Iiimani Campus
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.2 miles
3782 N 12th St
- Coa Youth & Family Centers
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Community and Government, Education, Preschool
•1.3 miles
2320 W Burleigh St
- Villard Square Neighborhood Library
Community and Government, Library
•1.3 miles
5190 N 35th St
Engine 36 Med 5Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.2 miles
4060 N 27th St
- Milwaukee Fire Station 36
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station, Health and Medicine, Emergency Service
•0.2 miles
4060 N 27th St
- Milwaukee Police Athletic League
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.3 miles
2320 W Burleigh St
- Milwaukee Police Department-District 7
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.3 miles
3626 W Fond Du Lac Ave
- Milwaukee Police Department
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Police Station
•1.3 miles
3626 W Fond Du Lac Ave
Garden Homes Apartments and Rentals
29 Rental properties in Garden Homes, Milwaukee, WI.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 15.8% | 28.5% |
| utilities | 3.8% | 1.2% |
| food | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| transportation | 4% | 2.2% |
| healthcare | 4.4% | 16.1% |
Garden Homes Demographics
Garden Homes Reviews
Mostly Older Buildings
No
Say 3 of 5 renters
Nearby Parks
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Busy Streets
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Area Has Kids Play Outside
No
Say 3 of 5 renters
Noise Late At Night
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Area Has Litter
Yes
Say 3 of 5 renters
Garden Homes Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
Good Transit
Talgo
Train Stop
3533 N 27th St
Source: foursquare.com
Bee Bus Lines
Other
4330 N 35th St
Source: foursquare.com
Garden Homes Schools
- 2/10
Lloyd Barbee Montessori School
Grades PK, K-6 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades 6-8 • Public
- 3/10
Grades PK, K-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Believers In Christ Christian Academy
Grades K-12 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades PK-8 • Private
- NRNo Rating
Grades 9-12 • Charter
- NRNo Rating
Kathryn T. Daniels University Preparatory Academy
Grades PK, K-8 • Charter