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New Berlin, WI
A Waukesha County city bordered by Brookfield, Waukesha, Muskego, West Allis, and Greenfield.
40,451Population (2020)
~45Median Age
~$101KMedian Household Income
~17,577Housing Units
~$366KMedian Home Value
Source: U.S. Census Bureau — 2020 Census (population) and ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates (age, income, housing units, home value) for the City of New Berlin, WI (approx., rounded where noted)
Local Knowledge
A City Built to Stay Independent
New Berlin is a Waukesha County city bordered by Brookfield, Waukesha, Muskego, West Allis, and Greenfield. It converted from a town to a city in 1959, specifically to avoid being annexed piece by piece by neighboring Brookfield — a decision that shaped its independent character since.
Home buyers looking at New Berlin will find a mix of established neighborhoods and newer subdivisions, many with their own homeowners association, served by the School District of New Berlin. Apex Realty Group helps buyers and sellers navigate New Berlin and the surrounding Waukesha County communities with real-time MLS access and local, on-the-ground guidance.
At a Glance
CountyWaukesha
Incorporated1959
ZIP Codes53146, 53151
School DistrictNew Berlin SD
NotableConverted from town to city in 1959
NearbyMuskego, West Allis, Brookfield
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What Makes New Berlin, New Berlin
New Berlin City Hall serves as the civic center for a city that converted from a town to a city in 1959.
The New Berlin Public Library serves as a community hub for residents across the city.
Malone Park offers open green space and recreation for New Berlin residents.
The New Berlin Veterans Memorial honors local veterans within the city.
The historic Freewill Baptist Church reflects New Berlin's 19th-century roots.
Homes in New Berlin
A Mix of Neighborhoods and Housing Types
New Berlin’s housing stock ranges from established single-family neighborhoods to newer condo developments near the city center. 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 New Berlin
New Berlin has numerous individual subdivision homeowners associations rather than one city-wide HOA — including Weatherstone/Weatherwood and Karrington Woods. Dues and rules vary by development, so it’s worth confirming HOA status and fees directly on any specific 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 New Berlin. 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 New Berlin
School District of New Berlin
| School | Type | Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Orchard Lane Elementary School | Public | Elementary |
| New Berlin Eisenhower Middle/High School | Public | Grades 7–12 |
| New Berlin West Middle/High School | Public | Grades 7–12 |
| Holy Apostles School | Private (Catholic) | 3K/5K–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 School District of New Berlin or the school itself.
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Waukesha County's second-largest city and one of the Milwaukee area's leading commercial suburbs.
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Common Questions About New Berlin
New Berlin is in Waukesha County.
The School District of New Berlin. Holy Apostles School is also located in New Berlin as a private option.
New Berlin had a population of 40,451 at the 2020 Census.
Muskego, West Allis, and Brookfield are among the communities that directly border New Berlin, along with Waukesha and Greenfield.
New Berlin converted from a town to a city in 1959, specifically to avoid being annexed piece by piece by neighboring Brookfield.
New Berlin is an incorporated city, established in 1959.
Real-time MLS listings for New Berlin 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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