Delafield

Are you looking to learn more about living local in Delafield? Maybe you’re thinking of moving to the area, or maybe you are a long-term resident, but want to remember what makes Delafield so special.

We are neighborhood specialists here at Team Trimble, and Delafield is home to us. We’re happiest when we can share our love for living local with our community, so we hope you learn something new or two!

Below is our deep dive into what Delafield looks like demographically and the wonderful ways you can take full advantage of its locally owned shops and restaurants.

Delafield is a charming town along the Bark River, close to Lapham Peak state park, which has arguably the best hiking views in Waukesha County.

It’s known for its military academy and boutique Delafield Hotel, a rarity in the Lake Country area. Downtown is also a popular destination for great restaurants, cute shops, breakfast places and upscale dining. And lots of annual community events like the Art Walk, Wine, Walk & Brewfest and more.

If you’re looking for lake access – Delafield has 4 lakes offering public access points.

The municipality of Delafield has the highest average home price at $789,414, and its residents have the highest median household income. But there are plenty of beautiful neighborhoods for all budgets!

A closer look at homes sold over the last couple of years reveals some interesting stats on the most popular home styles in Delafield.

If you’re looking for something traditional, Delafield has the highest percentage of colonial homes. This means a multi-storey home, rectangular and symmetrical in shape, with a formal entry and eye-catching staircase. This style is typically simple and muted in design for a timeless look.

There’s less new construction in Delafield than other areas of Lake Country, which upholds its historic and boutique vibe.

The average home in Delafield is 41% higher today than it was in 2018! That means if you bought a house in Delafield for $558,150 in 2018, it should be worth $664,982 in 2023 adjusting for inflation. However, the real market in 2023 lists that same house for $789,414. That’s a big markup of appreciation in a short period of time for all you lucky homeowners, and nearly 20% of that comes from market factors in today’s housing economy. 

Buying a home now is the best thing you can do for a long-term investment. Over a historic timeline, housing market trends show your home will appreciate an average of 4% a year. When you wait, or try to time your entry with what you consider to be perfect market conditions, you miss out on the compounding rewards of being a homeowner.

Stuck on what to do in Delafield? We’ve broken down our favorite places so you can love and support local!

 

Restaurants Angelina’s Ristorante Belfre Kitchen Daybreak Prime Meats & Deli Fishbone’s Cajun & Creole I.D Restaurant Lumber Inn Mazatlan Authentic Mexican Revere’s Wells Street Tavern Zin Red Circle Inn	Shops Birchwood Wells Bliss Boutique Clear Water Outdoor Delafield Main Street Boutique Element Style Genetti Gardens Knitch Lake Country Boutique Next Door Boutique Oliva Di Vita Well House 1900	Outdoor Lapham Peak Delafield Farmer’s Market Delafield Fish Hatchery Delafield History Center Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Riverwalk Naga-Waukee Park Camping Summer Stage Outdoor Theatre Lake Country Trail Naga-Waukee War Memorial Golf Course
Sweets Here’s the Scoop Wholly Cow Frozen Custard	Salons Anton’s Craig Berns Salon Spa Massage Envy	Florists Avant Florist Flora Elements
Fitness Amplifi Hot Yoga & Barre Bark River Cross Fit be FITNESS	Cafes Great Harvest Bread Co. Green Door Cafe Stone Creek Coffee

Looking for public lake access? The following lakes give you options to enjoy your summer if you don’t live lakeside already!

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