Pleasant Prairie Real Estate

The Village of Pleasant Prairie in Kenosha County, Wisconsin is bordered by Lake Michigan on the East, Interstate 94 on the West, the Illinois/Wisconsin State Line on the South and the City of Kenosha City Limits on the North. This location is ideal due to its convenience to a multitude of recreational and employment opportunities as well as its convenience to the urban centers of Milwaukee, Chicago, Racine and Burlington. Demographically, Pleasant Prairie encompasses approximately 34 square miles with a population now in excess of 20,000 people. Approximately 25% of the gross land area is held in and for natural conservancy uses, making it particularly attractive for conservationalists. One such area is known as Chiwaukee Prairie due to its location approximately half way between Milwaukee and Chicago. The Village was founded in the 1840's and has a rich history including the devastating explosion of a major gun powder company in 1875. Pleasant Prairie was also known as Tar Corners for the second half of the 1800s due to the tarring and feathering of a thief apprehended in the community.

Pleasant Prairie WI Ecconomy
Those considering relocation to Pleasant Prairie will find a wide array of residential, recreational, commercial and industrial opportunities in this most progressive area. The local government is very aggressive in attracting new businesses and Pleasant Prairie is presently home to over 80 corporations including Snap-On Tools, Rustoleum, Volkswagen and Jelly Belly Jelly Beans.

To enhance and promote the rich quality of life in the area of recreation, Pleasant Prairie offers the Prairie Springs Park that was developed as a cornerstone to the village and currently hosts many family-friendly festivals and events each year. Within the 425 acre park is Lake Andrea, a 100 acre spring-fed lake surrounded by a 2.3 mile paved trail perfect for walking, jogging, bicycling, or skating. Also located within the park is the LakeView Re- Plex giving Pleasant Prairie the distinction of having the largest multi-purpose indoor recreation center in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Pleasant Prairie WI Homes for Sale
As the largest locally owned and community grounded residential Real Estate office in Southeastern Wisconsin, RE/MAX Newport Realty offers fully trained agents that are completely aware of opportunities for existing and new housing in the Pleasant Prairie area as well as opportunities for employment, education, medical care and accommodation of any special interests. If you or anyone you know is contemplating a move to the Pleasant Prairie area, or desirous of additional information, please contact us at any time.
Listed by: Keller Williams North Shore West
Listed by: Keller Williams North Shore West
Listed by: First Weber Inc- Racine

Pleasant Prairie - Town vs. County Stats

Avg Price in Pleasant Prairie: $672,700 / County Avg $485,900

138%

Avg Taxes in Pleasant Prairie: $5,000 / County Avg $4,600

108%

Avg Sq. Ft. in Pleasant Prairie: 2,829 / County Avg 2,196

129%

Avg Price per/sqft in Pleasant Prairie:$238 / County Avg $221

107%

Avg Walkscore in Pleasant Prairie: 11 / County Avg 33

33%

Avg Year Built in Pleasant Prairie: 1989 / County Avg 1966

101%

Avg Days on Website in Pleasant Prairie: 87 / County Avg 57

153%

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