Welcome Home to this charming 3 bedroom 1 bath Cape Cod on a well-maintained street of beautifully kept homes. Cared for by the same owner for 20+ years, this home features original hardwood floors and an exceptionally large backyard--perfect for outdoor living or future possibilities. Whether you're buying your first home or looking to add to your portfolio, this home is a solid opportunity!
Pending
$135,000
5238 North 53rd STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53218
3beds
1,002sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$135,500 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Original hardwood floorsPerfect for outdoor livingExceptionally large backyard
- 6 days |
- 758 |
- 44 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2026 at 02:37am
Listed by:
Luvene Realty Group*,
Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1955251
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 12 x 18
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,002
- Total interior livable area: 1,002 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, 1 Space
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Garden Shed
- Parcel number: 1909954000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Aluminum/Steel
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
- Municipality: Milwaukee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $86,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,340
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove/Oven
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
Estimated market value
$135,500
$129,000 - $142,000
$1,493/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $135,000$135/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1955251 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Listing removed | $135,000$135/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1955251 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Contingent | $135,000$135/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1955251 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $135,000+101.8%$135/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1955251 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2004 | Sold | $66,900$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,907 +39.3% | $80,100 +62.8% |
| 2021 | $1,369 | $49,200 |
| 2020 | $1,369 | $49,200 |
| 2019 | $1,369 +4.4% | $49,200 +4.5% |
| 2018 | $1,312 -16.7% | $47,100 +3.7% |
| 2017 | $1,575 +19.4% | $45,400 -0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,320 +21.3% | $45,500 +2% |
| 2015 | $1,088 | $44,600 |
| 2014 | $1,088 | $44,600 -27% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,100 -15% |
| 2011 | -- | $71,900 |
| 2010 | $2,209 +29.1% | $71,900 |
| 2009 | $1,712 | $71,900 -17.1% |
| 2008 | -- | $86,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $86,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $86,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $86,700 +18% |
| 2004 | -- | $73,500 +23.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $59,400 +7.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $55,400 +11.2% |
| 2001 | $1,398 +5.3% | $49,800 |
| 2000 | $1,327 +10.7% | $49,800 +22.7% |
| 1999 | $1,198 | $40,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$892/mo
Principal & interest
$700
Property taxes
$192
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: McGovern Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Hampton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 6/10Craig Montessori SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 5/10Rufus King International High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Milwaukee
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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