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A village in south-central Waukesha County (incorporated from the former Town of Vernon in 2020).
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Mukwonago, WI
A riverside village along the Mukwonago River and Lower Phantom Lake.
8,262Population (2020)
~40Median Age
~$98KMedian Household Income
~3,474Housing Units
~$366KMedian Home Value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2020 Census (population, housing units) and ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates (age, income, home value) for Mukwonago village, WI (approx., rounded where noted)
Local Knowledge
A Riverside Village With Its Own Lake
Mukwonago is a village in Waukesha County along the Mukwonago River and Lower Phantom Lake. Incorporated in 1905, its name comes from the Potawatomi word for “place of the bear,” and the river and lake remain central to the village’s character today.
Home buyers looking at Mukwonago will find a mix of riverside and lake-area properties alongside more traditional in-village homes, served by the Mukwonago Area School District. Apex Realty Group helps buyers and sellers navigate Mukwonago and the surrounding Waukesha County communities with real-time MLS access and local, on-the-ground guidance.
At a Glance
CountyWaukesha
Incorporated1905
ZIP Code53149
School DistrictMukwonago Area SD
OnMukwonago River, Phantom Lake
NearbyVernon, Big Bend, Waukesha
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Where Mukwonago Sits
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What Makes Mukwonago, Mukwonago
The Mukwonago River widens into Upper and Lower Phantom Lake within the village, a defining feature of the community.
The Mukwonago River runs through the heart of the village, giving Mukwonago its name and its riverside character.
The Mukwonago Historical Society's Red Brick Museum preserves the village's history for residents and visitors.
Field Park gives Mukwonago residents a dedicated green space within the village.
Mukwonago High School, the only high school in the Mukwonago Area School District, is located within the village itself.
Homes in Mukwonago
Riverside Living, Village Amenities
Mukwonago’s housing ranges from properties near the river and Phantom Lake to more traditional homes closer to the village’s civic core, which includes the Mukwonago Community Library. As with any community, 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 Mukwonago
Most homes in Mukwonago are not part of a homeowners association. The Phantom Lakes Management District, which oversees water quality and the dam for Upper and Lower Phantom Lake, is a public lake district rather than a homeowner association. Where a specific development does have its own HOA, it’s worth confirming dues and rules directly on that listing.
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 Mukwonago. 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 Mukwonago
Mukwonago Area School District
| School | Type | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Clarendon Avenue Elementary School | Public | PreK–6 |
| Park View Middle School | Public | Grades 7–8 |
| Mukwonago High School | Public | Grades 9–12 |
| St. John's Evangelical Lutheran School | Private (Lutheran) | PreK–8 |
School assignment is determined by home address, not community name, and boundaries can change. Confirm current attendance zones and program details directly with the Mukwonago Area School District or the school itself.
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Common Questions About Mukwonago
Mukwonago is primarily in Waukesha County, with a small portion of the village extending into Walworth County.
The Mukwonago Area School District, which includes Mukwonago High School located within the village itself. St. John's Evangelical Lutheran School is also located in Mukwonago as a private option.
Mukwonago had a population of 8,262 at the 2020 Census.
Vernon, Big Bend, and Waukesha are the closest communities Apex Realty Group also serves.
Mukwonago sits along the Mukwonago River, which widens into Upper and Lower Phantom Lake within the village.
Mukwonago is an incorporated village, established in 1905 — distinct from the separate Town of Mukwonago nearby.
Real-time MLS listings for Mukwonago 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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