Wauwatosa, WI Real Estate & City-Suburb Charm

Welcome to Wauwatosa

Often called “Tosa” by locals, is a vibrant and highly sought-after community just west of Milwaukee. Known for its charming mix of historic homes, tree-lined streets, and modern amenities, Wauwatosa offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and urban convenience. The city’s thriving downtown area, The Village, features an array of boutique shops, trendy restaurants, and cozy coffee spots, making it a favorite destination for residents and visitors alike.

In addition to its bustling commercial districts, Wauwatosa is home to beautiful parks, top-rated schools, and renowned medical facilities, including the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center and Froedtert Hospital. The city’s extensive trail system, including the Menomonee River Parkway and Oak Leaf Trail, provides ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. With its strong sense of community, rich history, and convenient access to Milwaukee’s cultural and business hubs, Wauwatosa continues to be a top choice for homeowners looking for a dynamic and welcoming place to live.

Overview for Wauwatosa, WI

48,072 people live in Wauwatosa, where the median age is 38.4 and the average individual income is $49,535. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

48,072

Total Population

38.4 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density
This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$49,535

Average individual Income

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Oro Di Oliva page on Yelp Search 17000 W Bluemound Rd on Google Maps	Dining	4.82 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Janus Massage & Yoga page on Yelp Search 5310 W Bluemound Rd on Google Maps	Active	3.24 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Martial Arts United page on Yelp Search 14029 W Greenfield Ave on Google Maps	Active	4.17 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the PowerCycle page on Yelp Search 7954 Harwood Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.47 miles	20 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Beauty Mark Boutique Salon page on Yelp Search 6435 W North Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	2.09 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Jenerations Family Hair Studio page on Yelp Search 8415 W N Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.85 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars

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Demographics and Employment Data for Wauwatosa, WI

Population Households Employment

Wauwatosa has 20,895 households, with an average household size of 2.27. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wauwatosa do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 48,072 people call Wauwatosa home. The population density is 3,634.27 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

48,072

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

38.4

Median Age

47.42 / 52.58%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

20,895

Total Households

2.27

Average Household Size

$49,535

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in Wauwatosa, WI

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The following schools are within or nearby Wauwatosa. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Notable Sales

Sold
$1,770,000

S83W16000 Bass Bay Ln, Muskego, WI 53150
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 6,900 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$786,000

3785 S Cari Adam Dr, New Berlin, WI 53146
- 5 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,908 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$770,000

378 Juniper Ct, Grafton, WI 53024
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 800 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$680,000

S77W14350 Independence Ct, Muskego, WI 53150
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,764 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$671,000

N53W17925 Ridgeline Trl, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 4,059 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$650,000

3234 W Yorkshire Cir, Franklin, WI 53132
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,019 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$644,160

4955 S 43rd St, Greenfield, WI 53220
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4,149 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$630,000

5644 Garland Ln, Greendale, WI 53129
- 5 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 4,592 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$605,000

1055 Silver Mist Ct, Brookfield, WI 53005
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,001 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$601,000

8845 W Meadow Ln, Franklin, WI 53132
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,600 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$589,000

205 Prairie Song Dr, Waukesha, WI 53188
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 3,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$577,500

4180 N 163rd St, Brookfield, WI 53005
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,583 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$567,000

1919 N Cora Dr, Grafton, WI 53024
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,986 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$565,000

2304 E Edgewood Ave, Shorewood, WI 53211
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,110 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$555,000

601 E Erie St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
- 1 Bed
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,235 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$550,000

740 Woelfel Rd, Brookfield, WI 53045
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,404 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$545,000

W241S5935 Autumn Haze Ct, Waukesha, WI 53189
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,298 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$540,000

6539 Palmer Dr, Norway, WI 53185
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,706 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$505,000

W302N1694 Maple Ave, Delafield, WI 53072
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,923 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$500,000

4370 W Carmel Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,287 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$488,000

4203 W Lakeview Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,958 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$487,000

S81W17553 Haven Dr, Muskego, WI 53150
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,160 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$480,000

816 Horner Dr, Caledonia, WI 53402
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,384 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$476,000

3585 S Willow Glen Dr, New Berlin, WI 53151
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,490 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$468,000

10360 S Mockingbird Ln, Oak Creek, WI 53154
- 3 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,660 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$465,000

W248N5950 Trapp Ct, Sussex, WI 53089
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,150 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$445,500

4414 Hideaway Holw, Mount Pleasant, WI 53403
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 3,014 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$444,000

2409 Patrick Ln, Waukesha, WI 53188
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,969 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$439,900

2741 Oakmont Dr, East Troy, WI 53120
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,200 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$435,000

9350 S Regency Dr, Oak Creek, WI 53154
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,697 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$433,000

1019 E Kewaunee St, Milwaukee, WI 53202
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,836 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$420,000

3821 S Logan Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,805 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$419,900

7844 W Park Circle Way S, Franklin, WI 53132
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,530 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$415,000

6054 Glenway Ln, Greendale, WI 53129
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,971 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$404,000

2995 River Birch Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,927 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$390,000

W147N5132 Dolphin Dr, Menomonee Falls, WI 53051
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,566 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$380,000

2923 N Prospect Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53211
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,147 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$369,900

191 N Broadway -, Milwaukee, WI 53202
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,186 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$362,800

7710 W Terrace Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,815 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$361,000

2706 N 67th St, Milwaukee, WI 53210
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,750 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$360,000

7823 N Berwyn Ave, Glendale, WI 53209
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,372 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$353,000

3713 W Anita Ln, Franklin, WI 53132
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,364 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$351,000

N25W5375 Polk St, Cedarburg, WI 53012
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,024 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$350,000

1214 N Hawley Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53208
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,431 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$342,000

7208 Devonshire Ave, Greendale, WI 53129
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,400 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$340,000

1916 Parkland Ct, Caledonia, WI 53402
- 4 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,984 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$340,000

2745 N 87th St, Milwaukee, WI 53222
- 4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,600 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$340,000

4266 S 78th St, Greenfield, WI 53220
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,670 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$340,000

7057 W Lindner Dr, Franklin, WI 53132
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,074 Sq.Ft.
Sold
$335,000

2211 E Michigan Ave, Oak Creek, WI 53154
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,724 Sq.Ft.