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$436,779$358 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $430,000 on Mar 17, 2026

5686 N RIVER FOREST DR

GLENDALE, WI 53209
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,221 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$437K
$392K low$481K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$430,000 · Mar 17, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$19,679
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$15,743
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.96%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$417,100
NATIONS LENDING CORP · recorded Mar 17, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,359 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$306,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$168,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$180,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$317,700

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMILWAUKEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Parkway Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.5 mi
H
Nicolet High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Glen Hills Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Nicolet Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53209These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,906 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,717
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,724
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5686 N River Forest Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Milwaukee 53209
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Milwaukee 53209
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Milwaukee County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Milwaukee 53209

What homes are worth in Milwaukee 53209

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$61K$469K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Milwaukee 53209.

How it measures up in Milwaukee 53209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milwaukee 53209.

Estimated value$436,779
CheaperTypical $146,306Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$358
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 5686 N River Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilwaukee 53209Milwaukee County
Estimated valuepricier than$436,77996% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$358almost all homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,221 ft²40% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac94% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than194849% of homes47% of homes

About 5686 N River Forest Dr

How much is 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI is $436,779 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $392,299 to $481,258. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI last sell?

5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI last sold on Mar 17, 2026 for $430,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI?

5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,221 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI built?

5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI?

5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI is assigned to Parkway Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Nicolet High School (high), rated A; Glen Hills Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Nicolet Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI compare to other homes in Milwaukee 53209?

Among the 13,406 homes in Milwaukee 53209, it is worth more than 96% of them ($436,779 against a typical $146,306), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($358 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,221 ft² against a typical 1,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1948 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Milwaukee County, it is worth more than 81% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5686 N River Forest Dr, Glendale, WI was $9,359. The county assessed it at $306,700.

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