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What You Get for $400K-$550K
West Laramie Land, Bayside
$454,000 | SOLD SEPTEMBER 2023
3 bed | 2 bath | 2,478 ft2 | $183/ft2 | $8,385 property tax (2021)
A natural habitat surrounds this brick Bayside ranch nestled onto an acre-plus lot with a backyard that backs up to a wooded ravine. The large kitchen and living areas are reminiscent of the 1950s era of architecture, when moving to the suburbs was considered spacious and gracious living.
West Anita Lane, Franklin
$502,500 | SOLD APRIL 2023
3 bed | 2½ bath | 2,974 ft2 | $169/ft2 | $8,538 property tax (2021)
This well-maintained home is located in Franklin, known for its good schools and parks. Sold by the original owner, the house received mechanical and kitchen updates, plus a new custom garage floor. It’s an easy walk from the home to Franklin High School.
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Wildwood Avenue, Shorewood
$460,000 | SOLD DECEMBER 2023
3 bed | 1½ bath | 1,730 ft2 | $266/ft2 | $10,607 taxes (2021)
History lovers will appreciate this 1931 brick colonial in the center of Shorewood. Original arched leaded-glass windows frame the living room, and French leaded glass leads to a screened-in porch. The home is located in a walkable neighborhood in the Shorewood School District.
Sussex Lane, Greendale
$455,200 | SOLD DECEMBER 2023
3 bed | 3½ bath | 2,710 ft2 | $166/ft2 | $6,869 property tax (2021)
This colonial sits on a little piece of paradise. The professionally landscaped backyard abuts a nature preserve and includes a patio, a 6-foot waterfall and a pond. An updated eat-in kitchen and nearby historic downtown Greendale add extra appeal.
What You Get for $600K-$750K
West Marseilles Drive, Mequon
$610,300 | SOLD JANUARY 2024
4 bed | 2½ bath | 2,810 ft2 | $217/ft2 | $5,970 property tax (2022)
Jump into the $600,000 buying bracket with plenty of room, style and picturesque views. This adapted American classic has updates galore and a golf course vista. Plus, Ozaukee County residents pay some of the lowest property tax rates in metro Milwaukee.
West Kenboern Drive, Glendale
$613,000 | SOLD JUNE 2023
4 bed | 2 full, 2 half bath | 5,596 ft2 | $110/ft2 | $14,228 property tax (2021)
Privacy and space are the selling points of this well-kept 1989 gem with a three-car garage. Inside, the floor plan includes a series of unique rooms (hello, sunroom) with lots of natural light. Outside, the secluded, wooded lot and wraparound back porch offer a vacation feel just minutes from Downtown.
Forest Street, Wauwatosa
$742,000 | SOLD OCTOBER 2023
4 bed | 2 ½ bath | 2,600 ft2 | $285/ft2 | $9,889 property tax (2021)
Milwaukee’s storied Cream City brick imbues essential character to this 1929 Colonial Williamsburg in the highly desirable Damon Woods neighborhood near the Wauwatosa Village. Top-of-the-line renovations throughout the home complement its original and restored features.
East Prairie View Drive, Oak Creek
$652,000 | SOLD JUNE 2023
4 bed | 2½ bath | 2,748 ft2 | $237/ft2 | $9,711 property tax (2021)
This newer, contemporary home in bustling Oak Creek has a rural feel, with views of a picturesque pond from the kitchen, yet sports, shopping and culture are a short drive away. Design details include a two-story foyer and tray ceiling in the master bedroom.
What You Get for $800K-950K
Legion Drive, Elm Grove
$925,000 | SOLD JULY 2023
3 bed | 2½ bath | 5,522 ft2 | $168/ft2 | $6,916 property tax (2022)
Location, space and incredible updates create this high-end 1960s ranch in the heart of Elm Grove. A chef’s kitchen, a master suite with a spa bathroom, and views of the village park provide impetus to stay home, though village shops, restaurants and a library are a short walk away.
Lexington Boulevard, Whitefish Bay
$800,000 | SOLD DECEMBER 2023
4 bed | 2½ bath | 3,582 ft2 | $223/ft2 | $13,445 property tax (2021)
This large, 1930s traditional home in Whitefish Bay is within walking distance of shops and restaurants, as well as the Lake Michigan shoreline. The home has been updated with a two-story addition and remodeled kitchen. The “Bay” is known as a family-friendly place to live.
Preserve Court, Grafton
$909,000 | SOLD AUGUST 2023
4 bed | 3 ½ bath | 3,560 ft2 | $255/ft2 | $7,704 property tax (2022)
Impeccable design inside and out is what sells this home, and so does the lifestyle. Built on 1.3 private acres, the home offers a little piece of country paradise. At the same time, it is located on the south end of Grafton, with quick access to I-43 and surrounding communities.
North River Road, River Hills
$870,000 | SOLD JUNE 2023
6 bed | 3 full, 2 half baths | 4,450 ft2 | $196/ft2 | $20,434 property tax (2021)
There are beautiful wooded views from every room in this River Hills colonial, as a minimum five-acre lot is a village zoning requirement. A designer kitchen, tall ceilings and generous room sizes are part of the appeal. The private University School of Milwaukee is nearby.
What You Get for $1,000,000+
Lac La Belle Drive, Oconomowoc
$2,150,000 | SOLD DECEMBER 2023
4 bed | 3 bath | 2,600 ft2 | $827/ft2 | $14,384 property tax (2021)
There is a price to pay for 80 feet of sandy beach on Lac La Belle in Oconomowoc. This quaint home was built in 1916 when wealthy families from Milwaukee and Chicago would hop on a train for a summer retreat. More than a century later, top-tier updates provide year-round comfort.
North Danbury Road, Whitefish Bay
$1,510,000 | SOLD DECEMBER 2023
5 bed | 4 bath | 4,756 ft2 | $317/ft2 | $19,894 property tax (2021)
This 1924 one-of-a-kind home was designed by renowned architect Ernest Flagg. A stone’s throw from the public library, local park and a short walk to Lake Michigan and the Whitefish Bay village center. Original features include French windows, tile sills and a curved wrought iron staircase.
Cedar Bend, Hartland
$1,149,000 | SOLD NOVEMBER 2023
4 bed | 4 full, 3 half baths | 5,368 ft2 | $214/ft2 | $11,892 property tax (2022)
The prestigious address in Bristle Cone Pines sets the tone for an exceptional home. Large windows and high ceilings bring an abundance of natural light to the chef’s kitchen and living areas. Set on a private cul-de-sac, the home is just a short walk to the Legend at Bristlecone golf course.
North Pine Ridge Drive, Mequon
$1,749,000 | SOLD SEPTEMBER 2023
5 bed | 6 full, 5 half baths | 7,489 ft2 | $234/ft2 | $16,567 property tax (2022)
This stately red brick colonial is regal from the word “go.” The home feels a world away, yet is conveniently located on the south end of Mequon and I-43. Resort-like features include soaring ceilings, a chef’s kitchen and a master suite with a luxury spa bath.
