Milwaukee metro, WI relocation guide
Moving to Muskego, WI
$424,950Median listing price
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About Muskego
Muskego is a lake-filled city of 25,032 (2020 census, per Wikipedia) — the fifth-largest community in Waukesha County — built around three lakes: Big Muskego, Little Muskego, and Denoon. Its name comes from the Potawatomi "Mus-kee-Guaac," meaning sunfish, and it retains a strong Norwegian-American heritage.
Home prices in Muskego
The median listing price in Muskego is $424,950.
Top places in Muskego
- Idle Isle Park
- Big Muskego Lake
- Little Muskego Lake
- Denoon Park
- Muskego Lakes Country Club
- Old Muskego Settlement Centre
- Veterans Memorial Park
Commuting from Muskego
- **I-43** along the east side; WI-36 (Loomis Rd) and Janesville Road are the main arterials.
- No rail; limited bus service — commuters drive.
- Approximate drive to downtown Milwaukee: **~20–25 minutes** (approximate; longer at rush hour).
Muskego FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Muskego, WI?
The median listing price in Muskego is $424,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Muskego, WI?
**I-43** along the east side; WI-36 (Loomis Rd) and Janesville Road are the main arterials.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.