Historical homes you can own in the Southern Wisconsin area
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Historical homes you can own in the Southern Wisconsin area

Jul 11, 2023

Take a peek at fixer-uppers with potential to beautiful old homes around Southern Wisconsin

Investors welcome. Great location and private backyard in the heart of Verona. House is currently set up as a 2-unit yet could be converted back into a 4 bed, 2 bath house. Upstairs is a blank canvas and main level has been stripped to studs with open concept from kitchen to living area. Value Range Price of $250,000-$270,000.

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One-of-a-kind treasure loaded with charm propped on a woodsy hill in Valhalla Valley of High Point Estates. Gaze at your stunning stone-front façade as you walk into this rich, warm piece of history that WSJ did an article on 20 years ago! Arched cherry columns & rich hardwood floors steal your attention the moment you walk in. Living room offers cherry crown moldings, 3-sided bookcase, gas fireplace, cherry paneling, oak floors & a beautiful view. Formal dining has arched wood pillars that lead to a refurbished kitchen. You'll adore original wood cherry cabinets beautifully restored plus gorgeous stained glass valances, granite counters & slate backsplash. Enjoy the expanded screened-in porch & huge deck to take in your lush green surroundings! Check out the 3D tour to see more!

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Welcome to this delightful 4-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom stand alone condo nestled in the heart of Madison, WI. This home is located within a condo association, offering hassle-free living with the added benefit of a low condo fee of just $250. Inside, you'll find ample closet space in each of the bedrooms, providing convenient storage solutions for your belongings. Enjoy the luxury of a private fenced backyard, exclusively designated as a limited common area for the home. The association takes care of snow removal during winter, ensuring you have more time to relax. With its prime location, you'll be close to Camp Randall Stadium and Meriter Hospital. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity - schedule a viewing today!

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This house oozes charm! Lovely Dutch colonial - complete with Dutch door - on the near west side. From the sunken living room with woodburning fireplace to the delightful built-ins, this house exudes character. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining with built-in corner cabinets, five bedrooms and one and a half baths, hardwood floors throughout and original tile floors in baths. Enormous screen porch for morning coffee or your favorite evening beverage. Brick paver patio off the screen porch to enjoy the peaceful and private backyard with lovely gardens. Two car attached garage with stairs to lower level. Roof 2017, Furnace 2020. Don't miss this gem in a tree-lined walkable neighborhood. Close to schools, shopping, Monroe St. **Please note this house is directly across from West H.S.**

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Showings start July 28th. Delayed for photos. Located in the heart of downtown Stoughton. What better way to start your journey than in this home. Close to dining, theater, entertainment and all that Stoughton has to offer. Four nicely sized bedrooms, with two on the main floor. Two full baths. Two car garage. Invest some sweat equity and elbow grease, and you will have yourself a wonderful place to call home! Schedule your private showing today.

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Incredible location + charm make this 2 story dutch colonial a rare offering. With riparian rights to Brittingham Bay enjoy endless recreation of Lake Monona & walk to all downtown Madison has to offer. Home features 4 bedrooms + 2 full baths, living room w/ hardwood floors & picturesque views of Capitol, spacious eat-in kitchen, formal dining room + sunroom all provide flexible & easy living space. On bike path + close to hospitals. 1 car detached garage. Community w/ beach, parks, dining, coffee shop + retail & walk to Farmer's Market, zoo, central city activities. So much potential and great for single family or rental. Dock included with sale. See associated docs regarding lake frontage info. Neighboring properties also for sale see MLS#s 1959605 + 1959603

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Property w/water access in Bay Creek Neighborhood steps to downtown w/stunning lake views of Capitol skyline. Ideal location w/endless recreation on Lake Monona, near Brittingham Beach + on bike path. FL offers large living room w/wood burning fireplace, dining room, spacious kitchen w/eat-in area, walk-in pantry + family room w/gas fireplace. UL features beautiful primary suite w/walk-in closet, soaking tub + large walk-in shower + double vanity. 3 addtl beds up & full bath. LL includes flex space for play, exercise + recreation w/walkout. Oversized 2 car garage. Community w/ beach, parks, dining, coffee shop + retail & walk to Farmer's Market, zoo, central city activities. Wood floors under carpet of orig part of house. See assoc docs regarding lake frontage info.

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Welcome to 2222 Lakeland Ave in the heart of Madison all-brick bungalow is a dream come true for lake enthusiasts, just half a block away from Lake Monona, nestled btw two lakefront parks. Step inside and be enchanted by the original hardwood flooring, trim & doors throughout. The large living room w/ a decorative fireplace & built-ins exudes warmth and character. Enjoy the sunroom w/ French doors, a formal dining room, sunny kitchen(functional but needs updates) , two spacious bdrms, and a full bath on the main level. But that's not all! Newly remodeled, walk-up attic w/ additional two bdrms on either end, bathroom & open space in the middle, you can transform it into a cozy rec room, home office, or anything you desire. The basement is ideal for storage. 1 car detached garage!

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26+ acres-this charming farmhouse from 1885 has stayed in the family, but has been updated many times! Complete renovation in 1989 and 1400 sqft addition in 2000. Main level features walk through kitchen w/oak hardwood floors, living room, office, & den w/built in bookcases (currently used as primary suite). Enjoy coffee in the peace & quiet of the front porch. The 2nd story holds 4 bedrooms and a full bath w/jetted tub. Another set of stairs takes you to the 3rd floor loft/flex space with tons of potential! The lower level is all unfinished and gives you garage access. Outside you'll find storage galore! There's a garden shed, a 2+ car detached garage and a large barn (built 2015) w/electricity & is the perfect place for hosting events or all your storage needs! Great hunting land!

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Attention hobby farm enthusiast! Owned & Loved by one family multiple generations for apx 100 years. Package deal includes a 1890 farm house, a 1997 ranch, numerous buildings, 74.46 acres w/ apx 64 tillable. A Black Earth Creek corridor, owned by WI DNR, meanders between 2 fields. The details of the 1890 farm house are explained in this MLS sheet. The farm house features 2 staircases, original built-ins, 2 laundry rms, windows replaced at various times, LVP in kitchens, new septic 2020. The details of the 1997 Ranch is the 35th photo & on Assoc. doc, too. Both homes, tillable and a couple buildings are currently rented. DNR Easement for Black Earth Creek watershed. The farm is enrolled in a Conservation Easement with Groundswell. Residence and Buildings ARE NOT in the Flood Plain.

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Contemporary liveability & classic charm coexist in the flexible spaces, large bedrooms, updated kitchen & baths, numerous views of spacious backyard, 2-car garage, drop-zone, & extensive updates. One of the earliest homes in the neighborhood, this founding gem of University Heights showcases the calm & class of Georgian Revival style - even proportions, symmetrical architecture, & ornamental detail - with amenities today's dweller expects. Designed for noted UW professor Richard Ely, the home’s landmark status recognizes both the structure & Ely’s stance for academic freedom that resulted in the UW’s articulation of the famous “sifting & winnowing” tenet. Start the next 125-yr story for this Madison icon and be its faithful steward. Vibrant & vital, history & home.

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This beautiful setting currently is the home of Emily's Ten Oaks Ranch - a farmette and event venue. However, the property is located within the Pumpkin Hollow Neighborhood Redevelopment plan and is slated for attachment into the City of Madison with a medium density of 16-40 units of housing per acre proposed for the site. An added future benefit is a Mixed Use Neighborhood overlay is proposed for across the street adding future interest for the location. Don't let the beautiful bucolic views fool you - this property is a very short drive to grocery stores, restaurants, shops, the Token Creek Dog Park and Disc Golf Course, the American Parkway area and the Dane County Regional Airport making this an attractive location for multiple levels and price ranges of multifamily housing.

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RP $530,000-$550,000. Beautiful Victorian Home just a few blocks from Lake Ripley! Old world charm & character w/modern conveniences. Original woodwork, pocket doors, crown molding, wood flrs, grand staircase, built-ins. Kitchen w/tray ceiling, granite counters & butler's pantry. The original Owner’s suite was recently expanded to add 2 lg bdrms & living space (960 sq ft) but still connect to the original upstairs bdrm w/whirlpool tub, shower, vaulted ceiling, 2 closets! Double .72 acre lot w/beautiful landscaping, potential room for garage. Lifetime roof shingles. Vinyl siding. Outside living areas include 16x14 patio w/pergola & 32-ft. front porch! Currently used as a B&B - Covington Manor - great living space for the owner w/option for additional revenue.

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SHOWINGS START FRIDAY August 25th. NEED SOME SPACE? Come check out this cute, affordable and freshly painted 4 Bedroom bungalow with a FENCED IN BACKYARD! Sit on your DECK, enjoy the sunshine and look over your beautiful backyard. There are 2 FIRST FLOOR BEDROOMS (one can be used as an Office) with 2 more Bedrooms upstairs. This home has HARDWOOD FLOORS, tons of Counter Space with even more ENTERTAINING SPACE (or a work-out area) in the lower level. The airy kitchen has lots of light and there is Plenty of parking and STORAGE SPACE. Easy access to downtown and UW Campus. THIS ONE WON'T LAST! Check out the video tour or come check it out in person.

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Stunning West Lawn home was transformed in '07 from a bungalow into a modern two story w/expansive windows & dreamy details, all while retaining the charm of the era. Classic lemonade sipping covered front porch w/porch swing, brick walkway & patio, lush gardens & fenced yard for Fido. Interior boasts 9ft ceilings, hardwood flrs throughout, open living & dining & eat-in kitchen w/granite c-tops, cherry cabinetry & SS appliances. Two main floor bdrms & full bath, perfect for guest rm & home office & note worthy mud rm off of the covered back porch that acts as the perfect drop zone! 2nd flr offers 3 bdrms, vaulted ceilings, solar tubes, spacious closets, hardwood flrs, large bath w/dual vanity & tile flr & primary suite w/gas fireplace! Basement Rec, Exercise & Laundry rooms.

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