Waukesha CountyElm Grove
A tree-lined village on the eastern edge of Waukesha County, bordering Wauwatosa and Brookfield.
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Brookfield, WI
One of the Milwaukee area’s leading commercial suburbs, just west of the city.
41,464Population (2020)
~44Median Age
~$130KMedian Household Income
~16,654Housing Units
~$444KMedian Home Value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2020 Census (population) and 2020–2024 ACS 5-Year Estimates (age, income, housing units, home value) for the City of Brookfield, WI (approx., rounded where noted)
Local Knowledge
An Established Commercial Suburb
Brookfield is a city of roughly 41,000 residents in Waukesha County, just west of Milwaukee, incorporated in 1954 from the earlier Town of Brookfield. Today it’s one of the larger and more established suburbs in the Milwaukee metro, spanning about 27.7 square miles.
The city is served primarily by the School District of Elmbrook and is home to well-known local landmarks such as Brookfield Square, The Corners of Brookfield, Fox Brook Park, and the historic Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum. Apex Realty Group helps buyers and sellers navigate Brookfield and the surrounding Waukesha County communities with real-time MLS access and local, on-the-ground guidance.
At a Glance
CountyWaukesha
Incorporated1954 (city)
ZIP Codes53005, 53045, 53072
School DistrictSchool District of Elmbrook
Land Area~27.7 sq mi
NearbyElm Grove, New Berlin, Waukesha
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What Makes Brookfield, Brookfield
The Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum preserves a piece of Brookfield's history as a stop along an early stagecoach route.
Fox Brook Park is one of Brookfield's notable public parks, offering residents outdoor green space within the city.
Brookfield Square is a longtime regional shopping mall and one of the city's best-known commercial landmarks.
The Corners of Brookfield is a newer open-air shopping and dining destination, distinct from the older Brookfield Square mall.
Brookfield City Hall serves as the civic center for a city that incorporated in 1954 from the earlier Town of Brookfield.
Homes in Brookfield
An Established, Residential Feel
Brookfield’s housing stock is predominantly single-family homes in established residential settings, consistent with its status as a mature, built-out suburb. As with any community this size, the specific mix of home styles, lot sizes, and price points varies street to street — the most reliable picture comes from current, real-time listings rather than generalizations, which is where Apex’s live MLS access below can help.
HOA Fees & Special Assessments
HOAs and Mello-Roos in Brookfield
Most of Brookfield’s established homes are not part of a homeowners association. Where a newer subdivision does have one, dues and rules vary by development, so it’s worth confirming HOA status and fees directly on any specific listing rather than relying on a citywide figure.
Mello-Roos is a California-specific special tax district, created under California law to fund infrastructure in some new developments — it does not exist in Wisconsin, so it does not apply to homes in Brookfield. Wisconsin buyers should instead ask about a property’s regular tax assessment, which Apex Realty Group can help explain for any listing you’re considering.
Schools
Schools Serving Brookfield
School District of Elmbrook
| School | Type | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Hills Middle School | Public | Middle School |
| Brookfield Central High School | Public | High School |
| Brookfield East High School | Public | High School |
| St. John Vianney School | Private (Catholic) | PK–8 |
School assignment is determined by home address, not community name, and boundaries can change. A small section of southwest Brookfield is served by the Waukesha School District instead of Elmbrook. Confirm current attendance zones and program details directly with the school district or the school itself.
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Waukesha CountyNew Berlin
A Waukesha County city bordered by Brookfield, Waukesha, Muskego, West Allis, and Greenfield.
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The city and county seat of Waukesha County, on the Fox River about 15 miles west of Milwaukee.
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Common Questions About Brookfield
Brookfield is in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
Most of Brookfield is served by the School District of Elmbrook, which includes Brookfield Central High School and Brookfield East High School; a small section of southwest Brookfield is served by the Waukesha School District instead.
Brookfield covers about 27.7 square miles and had a population of 41,464 at the 2020 Census.
Brookfield borders Elm Grove, New Berlin, and Waukesha, among other Waukesha County communities Apex Realty Group also serves.
Brookfield is home to Brookfield Square and The Corners of Brookfield for shopping, Fox Brook Park for outdoor recreation, and the historic Dousman Stagecoach Inn Museum.
Brookfield incorporated as a city on August 14, 1954, after having been the Town of Brookfield.
Real-time MLS listings for Brookfield are available above, pulled from the same feed Apex Realty Group searches every day — or reach out directly and our team can walk you through what's currently available.
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