12865 James St, Brookfield, WI 53005
OFF MARKET

12865 James St
Brookfield, WI 53005

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,132 sqft

$337,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,013/mo*
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$337,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,013/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,132 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Recently updated full (single family) house for rent in the most sought neighborhood in Brookfield, WI. Some of the best Schools within the Elmbrook School District. Around great shopping areas, restaurants, and corporate hubs. Walkable distance to Kinsey park. 2 BR + Finished Basement. Matured yard and 2-car garage with overhead garage opener. Freshly steam-cleaned interior and nicely cared for outside.

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Central heat and air with great insulated windows and doors. New enforced attic insulation reduces the cost of heat and air around the year. Electricity, gas, and water are paid for by the tenant. Small pets permitted.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 12865 James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Recreation Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10454 sqft

Price History for 12865 James St

DatePriceEventSource
10/21/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
10/11/2022$1,750Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
10/05/2022$235,500Sold
WIREX MLS #1808514
08/29/2022$250,000ContingentWIREX MLS #1808514
08/25/2022$250,000Listed For SaleWIREX MLS #1808514
12/20/2019$192,500Sold
N/A
10/14/2019$192,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/24/2019$194,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/11/2009$168,000Sold
N/A
01/18/2009$179,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/06/2008$184,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/13/2008$186,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/29/2008$194,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/12/2008$199,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/23/2008$204,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/02/2008$150,000Sold
N/A
03/21/2003$130,000Sold
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Market trends in Brookfield

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$445K
$20.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
$233
$6MoM
Available listings
167
35MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,872
Assessment$266,800
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 12865 James St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1330 Garvens Ave, Brookfield, WI
0.05
Single-Family Home
$205,000
03/24/26
3
2
1,198
12809 West Needham DRIVE, New Berlin, WI
0.21
Single-Family Home
$304,000
11/25/25
2
1
1,140
980 Webster AVENUE, Brookfield, WI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$320,000
05/28/26
3
1
1,232
1150 S Parkway Dr, Brookfield, WI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$410,000
03/18/26
3
1
1,120
1150 Parkway DRIVE, Brookfield, WI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$410,000
03/13/26
3
1
1,120
12308 West Walker STREET, West Allis, WI
0.44
Single-Family Home
$240,000
07/25/25
3
1
918
13613 West Prospect PLACE, New Berlin, WI
0.61
Single-Family Home
$284,900
01/09/26
2
1
1,141
931 South 120th STREET, West Allis, WI
0.57
Single-Family Home
$185,000
02/27/26
2
1
1,210
1350 Parkway DRIVE, Brookfield, WI
0.26
Single-Family Home
$325,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,471
1125 Harvey AVENUE, Brookfield, WI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$501,000
06/12/26
3
2
1,887

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Brookfield

At least 165 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 79 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 75 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 34 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Xgwbyw45y4
    "We live in Waulura which js a mature neighborhood with homes having at least a .5 acre lot! Lots of green space with a. Beautiful creek running through the neighborhood lots of wildlife yet close to all the. Needed amenities "
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  • Xgwbyw45y4
    "Local restaurants, shopping all conveniently located. Downtown MKE is easy to get to. Easy access to both 94, 41, and 43"
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  • Erica Chappelear
    "Commute to downtown is not pleasant due to construction and congestion. Commute to other suburbs not too bad because you can generally find a route without too many stop lights"
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  • 5hzxfzjxht
    "Great safe side of Brookfield, park is close people are mindful if pedestrians and neighbors keep an eye out in the neighborhood. "
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  • Zach Manske
    "I grew up in Brookfield, went to school within the Elmbrook school district. I moved away for a few years, but recently returned and love the area."
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  • Melony B.
    "It is a very Quiet neighborhood. We live walking distance from multiple parks, restaurants and grocery. "
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  • Ken V.
    " A lot of diVersity in our area. We have great outdoor areas for walking and bike riding. Most small businesses have been able to survive their limited hours and patrons. Many restaurants have a solid following and people supporting their businesses with takeout and curbside. Great place to live!!"
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  • Lindsey K.
    "I don’t own a dog anymore, but when we did it was a great place to own a dog. People walk by daily with their dogs."
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  • Cizzlen
    "Family friendly atmosphere and close to lively shopping districts and highway. Very convenient location "
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  • Tiffany W.
    "The neighborhood is quiet and everyone keeps to themselves. We have a lot of cook outs with music and family and no neighbors have complained about noise. Good privacy for no fencing around anywhere!"
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  • Pam N.
    "My commute is extremely short. Brookfield is located close to the expressway and retail shopping. Schools are excellent."
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  • Christopher C.
    "I lived near by (waukesha) for most my life, and lived in Brookfield for a year. The Neighborhood I lived in was quiet. Most picked up after dogs. Lots of places near by for shopping. "
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  • Ryan T.
    "Lots of places to walk around and parks. Good pet product stores and humane society is great. Awesome place to own a pet "
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  • B
    "Commuting out of brookfield is easy, wide main streets feed to and from expressways. Traffic is moving."
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  • Camelot Forest
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood. Most of the homes here all have dogs and it’s a great neighborhood to walk with your pets even without sidewalks. "
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  • Rebekahkisla
    "Tons of paths And sidewalks to walk dogs. Safe neighborhood. Plenty of open parks to play with dogs. "
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  • Dana_riemer
    "Great, Brookfield has everything you need. Stores are only about 1 mile in any direction. The restaurants are awesome "
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  • Annsand55
    "Easy. I work in Wauwatosa. I drive my car and experience moderate traffic. The worst problem is the morning trains, which routinely make me late."
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  • Margesmith03
    "Lots of people in my neighborhood own dogs and love to get them out for exercise at a nearby dog park or walk them on paved walkways which are plentiful and safe."
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  • JoeProsen
    "I’ve lived in my neighborhood for 6 years and it’s great. A dead end street onto a golf course. No traffic and good neighbors. "
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  • Bpmd40
    "I have lived here for 12 years now. I love the neighborhood. There is a park right at the end of the street. At night I can hear the trains in the far off distance and yet there is everything from Best Buy to a mall <3 miles away from me."
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  • Daniellehight86
    "The friendliness of the people in the area, that fact that they wanna look out for one another. The area s well kept and clean"
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  • Daniellehight86
    "Very well kept and clean, everyone is friendly. The parks are in walking distance. And it seems that everyone looks out for each other. "
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  • trustchristtobesaved
    "I lived here for many years and come home to visit my parents. Brookfield is a well to do community."
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12865 James St, Brookfield, WI 53005 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,132 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is not currently available for sale. 12865 James St was last sold on Oct 5, 2022 for $235,500. The current Trulia Estimate for 12865 James St is $337,700.