This charming Victorian in the sought-after Lavender Hill area (Riverwest adjacent) has been a successful Airbnb for 7 years, attracting guests nationwide for its prime location near the city's vibrant entertainment. Stroll to Brady and Water Street, enjoy Bucks games and concerts at the Deer District, or take in skyline views from Kadish/Reservoir Park. With high ceilings, crown molding, and rich Milwaukee culture, this home offers new main floor laundry, LVP flooring in all bedrooms, a fenced pet area, cozy patio, and composite front porch. Bright, welcoming, and full of charm--521 Garfield awaits!
Sold
$277,000
521 East Garfield AVENUE, Milwaukee, WI 53212
3beds
1,368sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
1,306 sqft lot
$257,800 Zestimate®
$202/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 25, 2025 at 05:18am
Listed by:
Falk Ruvin Gallagher Team*,
Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore
Bought with:
Emily P Walczak
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1912791
Originating MLS: Metro MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 13 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 11 x 15
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 9 x 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15 x 13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,368
- Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 1,306 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 3540142000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Arms Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Farmhouse/National Folk
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
- Municipality: Milwaukee
Services availability

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