Motivated sellers! This extraordinary historic estate--known as the Dr. Frederick L. Von Suessmilch House is showcasing stunning Italianate architecture, the home features 26 rooms, including 8 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, a remodeled kitchen and 3 fireplaces. A distinctive imported mirror from Germany adds to the historical the significance in history as a hospital, school and church. The impressive Great Room and formal Dining Room boast soaring 11-foot ceilings, creating an elegant and open atmosphere. Parquet hardwood floors lie beneath the main carpeting for future value. Situated on 1.62 acres within the City of Delavan, the property also includes a generous 30x30 detached garage.Endless possibilities await--property being sold ''as is'', thus the great pric
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Price cut: $45K (3/30)
$500,000
965 Racine STREET, Delavan, WI 53115
8beds
6,202sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1856
1.78 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$81/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Stunning italianate architectureImpressive great roomParquet hardwood floorsRemodeled kitchenFormal dining roomElegant and open atmosphere
- 268 days |
- 1,901 |
- 99 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 08:03am
Listed by:
Timothy Norland 608-320-4233,
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1926528
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bathroom
- Features: Shower on Lower, Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower, Master Bedroom Bath, Shower Stall
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 500
- Dimensions: 20 x 25
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 350
- Dimensions: 25 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 375
- Dimensions: 25 x 15
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Multiple Units, Radiant/Hot Water
Cooling
- Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen Island
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,022
- Total interior livable area: 6,202 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,335
- Finished area below ground: 867
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, 3 Car
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 1.78 Acres
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: XEA 00047
- Zoning: Other - Exempt
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick/Stone
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1856
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmhurst Subdivision
Location
- Region: Delavan
- Municipality: Delavan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $81/sqft
- Date on market: 7/15/2025
- Inclusions: 2 Refrigeraters, 2 Oven/Stoves, 1 Microwave, 2 Wahers, 2 Dryers, All Window Treatments And Coverings. Uhp Elite Home Warranty. (This Even Covers Unkown Pre-Existing Condtions)
- Exclusions: Personal Items Including The Two Jewelry Cabinets In The Lower Walk-In Closet
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$4,425/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Price change | $500,000-8.3%$81/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $545,000-0.9%$88/sqft |
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| 11/16/2025 | Price change | $550,000-15.4%$89/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Price change | $650,000-18.6%$105/sqft |
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| 9/30/2025 | Price change | $799,000-6%$129/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Price change | $850,000-4.4%$137/sqft |
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| 8/14/2025 | Price change | $889,000-10.9%$143/sqft |
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| 8/8/2025 | Price change | $998,000-0.2%$161/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,000,000$161/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,943/mo
Principal & interest
$2472
Property taxes
$471
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 53115
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Phoenix Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Delavan-Darien High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
- NATurtle Creek Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-2Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Phoenix
- High: Delavan-Darien
- District: Delavan-Darien
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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