Welcome to Racine, Wisconsin's lakeshore! This Victorian built in 1900 sits in the city's southern historic district, just one block from beautiful Lake Michigan and adjacent to Racine's lively downtown, known for restaurants, music, and art! This 2 story features original lead windows, original wood floors, original fireplaces and prodigious bay windows in both the living space and master bedroom. You will adore the grand entry, vibrant walk through pantry, walk up attic, and generous room sizes! Exterior elements of this property are in need of repair, which seller will offer partial credit towards. City of racine offers repair grants to owner occupants with application. New roof in 2017. House recently insulated. New radiator in 2019.
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$239,900
1638 Wisconsin AVENUE, Racine, WI 53403
4beds
1,953sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$253,500 Zestimate®
$123/sqft
$1,945 Estimated rent
Home value
$253,500
$221,000 - $294,000
$1,945/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 04, 2025 at 06:42am
Listed by:
Katy McCray office@maxelite.com,
RE/MAX ELITE
Bought with:
Kerry 'Sue' Dunk
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1889175
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 16 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Only, Shower Over Tub
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 13 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 20 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 276
- Dimensions: 23 x 12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant/Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Speed Internet, Pantry
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Basement: Full,Stone
- Attic: Expandable
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,953
- Total interior livable area: 1,953 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,953
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 00402000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian/Federal
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Racine
- Municipality: Racine
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/30/2024 | Sold | $239,900$123/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1889175 | ||
| 9/22/2024 | Contingent | $239,900$123/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1889175 | ||
| 8/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $239,900+166.9%$123/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1889175 | ||
| 3/7/2017 | Sold | $89,900$46/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,599 +7% | $197,200 +9.6% |
| 2023 | $4,296 +7.7% | $180,000 +9.1% |
| 2022 | $3,988 -1.7% | $165,000 +10% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Live Towerview
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Johnson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- NARacine Civil Leaders AcademyemyGrades: PK-7Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Case High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mitchell
- Middle: Mitchell
- High: Case
- District: Racine
Source: WIREX MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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