53205 — Milwaukee, WI Home Values
Typical home value $158,099 as of June 2026 · 78th of 79 in Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 53205, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 53205 compares in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area
ZIP code 53205 (Milwaukee, WI) has a typical home value of $158,099 as of June 2026, ranking 78th of 79 ZIP codes tracked in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area, more expensive than about 3% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.7%, from $118,264 in June 2021 to $158,099 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 8.6× the annual rent ($1,536/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Milwaukee.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 53205 has a population of 9,091, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 81.6% Black or African American, 6.7% Asian, 5.4% White, 4.8% Hispanic or Latino, 1% two or more races, 0.4% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shalom High | 1749 N 16th St, Milwaukee, WI | 0 mi |
| Siefert Elementary | 1547 N 14th St, Milwaukee, WI | 0.2 mi |
| Brown Street Academy | 2029 N 20th St, Milwaukee, WI | 0.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 53205?
$158,099 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 53205 an expensive ZIP code in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area?
53205 ranks 78th of 79 ZIP codes in the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 3% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 53205 changed over the past year?
+3.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 53205?
The typical home price is 8.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,536/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 53205?
9,091, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 53205?
Shalom High (0 mi), Siefert Elementary (0.2 mi), Brown Street Academy (0.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 53205?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.