Downtown Milwaukee vs Fernwood

Milwaukee, WI Neighborhood Comparison

Downtown Milwaukee's median sale price is $495k, about $158k (47%) more than Fernwood's $337k (Redfin, Jul–Sep 2026).

Neighborhood A
Downtown Milwaukee
$495k median
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Neighborhood B
Fernwood
$337k median
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Downtown Milwaukee
Metric
Fernwood
$495k
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Median Price
$337k
6/10
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School Rating
not compared: missing on one side
N/A
Downtown Milwaukee
Median Price
100%
Fernwood
Median Price
68%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Downtown Milwaukee or Fernwood more expensive?

Downtown Milwaukee has a median home price of $495k and Fernwood is $337k. Fernwood is the more affordable option.

Which has better schools — Downtown Milwaukee or Fernwood?

Downtown Milwaukee has a school rating of 6/10 and Fernwood has no school rating on file (school ratings from Niche/GreatSchools, 1 to 10, by school rather than by street).

Which is more walkable?

Downtown Milwaukee has no Walk Score on file. Fernwood has no Walk Score on file. Walk Score isn't available for one of these neighborhoods.