Grafton

About Grafton

Grafton, Wisconsin, located in “The Heart of Ozaukee County,” was established on the Milwaukee River in the 1840s. Home to over 11,000, Grafton is located approximately 20 minutes north of Milwaukee, showcasing a community of beautiful, well-kept homes, tree-lined streets with 17 parks and open space areas encompassing over 120 acres. Grafton is known for its nationally ranked school system, reasonable cost of living, low rate of crime, and short travel times for commuters. Grafton offers a personal and economic quality of life that draws people and businesses alike to this crossroads community and hosts an environment ripe for families and businesses to develop and prosper.

Events sure to please residents and visitors alike are; Giro d’ Grafton, which is part of the very popular ‘Tour of America’s Dairyland’ race series; Holidaze 4th of July Celebration, Grafton’s 4th of July Celebration which hosts the largest fireworks display in Ozaukee County; Grillin’ in Grafton Wisconsin’s #1 BBQ festival; Ladies Night Out, the Paramount Blues Festival, which celebrates the rich history of Blues music; PumpkinFest and the regionally famous Annual Grafton Christmas Parade.

A lovely way to spend an evening, the Grafton Riverwalk is always bustling with activity. Whether it’s the shopping or a lovely stroll along the Milwaukee River, it’s quite the local hot spot. For something a little more fast-paced, many local residents participate in Grafton’s Downriver Canoe Race.

Grafton offers a diverse array of stores, shops, restaurants and industrial enterprises along with a variety of recreational activities for the young and the young at heart. The Village’s amenities include 17 parks and open space areas, recreation programs, aquatic center, senior center access to the 30-mile Ozaukee Interurban Trail, library, and a vibrant downtown, Whether its canoeing on the Milwaukee River which flows invitingly through the heart of the Village, biking, golfing or shopping, residents and visitors are sure to find something to do.

Within the community of Grafton, there is never a shortage of fun activities to partake in. For example, programs are offered to the public in areas such as aquatics, athletics and senior citizen activities. Offered by the Parks and Recreation Department, these programs are available to both adults and youth.

Grafton is great–for living, for working, for getting more out of life.

Homes

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• $200,000-$400,000
• $400,000-$600,000
• $600,000-$800,000
• 3 Bedroom
• 4 Bedroom
• Golf Course Homes

Schools

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Dining and Shopping

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Entertainment

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Parks and Recreation

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