Completely remodeled and ready to enjoy on beautiful Nelson Lake! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the perfect combination of modern updates, comfortable living, and Northwoods recreation. The spacious primary bedroom features its own private bathroom, while the lower level provides a great recreational room plus a large bonus room with plenty of possibilities for guests, hobbies, storage, or additional living space. Enjoy beautiful views of Nelson Lake from the large deck, the patio below, or the spacious storage shed near the lake, which includes a designated sitting area—an ideal spot to relax and take in the scenery. The level lot makes it easy to walk down to the lake and enjoy everything this recreational property has to offer. Nelson Lake is a great destination for fishing and boating, while the surrounding area provides excellent opportunities for snowmobiling and UTV riding. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a Northwoods getaway, or an investment property with potential for vacation rental use, this property offers plenty of flexibility. Completely remodeled and ready for you to enjoy—come experience the Northwoods lifestyle on Nelson Lake!
For sale
Price cut: $52.5K (10/21)
$597,500
12557 Small Road, Hayward, WI 54843
3beds
1,320sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
0.8 Acres Lot
$590,400 Zestimate®
$453/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 16 days
- 983
- 57
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph Donnellan 715-634-3522,
Area North Realty Inc
Source: NWWMLS,MLS#: 1605529
Originating MLS: Realtors of Northwestern Wisconsin
Originating MLS: Realtors of Northwestern WisconsinFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom,Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.50 x 10.00
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11.50 x 13.50
Bedroom
- Description: Bedroom,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 22.00
Bathroom
- Description: Bathroom,Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 11.50
Bathroom
- Description: Bathroom,Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 5.00 x 11.00
Kitchen
- Description: Kitchen,Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11.50 x 15.00
Living room
- Description: Living Room,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 15.00
Recreation
- Description: Rec Room,Flooring: Vinyl
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 22.00
Utility room
- Description: Utility/Mechanical,Flooring: Carpet
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 22.00
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,320
- Total interior livable area: 1,320 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
- Finished area below ground: 480
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: None
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Nelson
- Frontage length: 99,99
Lot
- Size: 0.8 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 15970
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hayward
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $453/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $441,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,158
- Date on market: 10/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Exclusions: Sellers Personal
Estimated market value
$590,400
$561,000 - $620,000
$1,813/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2026 | Price change | $597,500-8.1%$453/sqft |
Source:  NWWMLS #1605529 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+66.7%$492/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1605529 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $390,000$295/sqft |
Source: NWWMLS #1600903 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,159 +2.9% | $433,200 +86.3% |
| 2024 | $3,071 +14.2% | $232,500 |
| 2023 | $2,689 -4.4% | $232,500 |
| 2022 | $2,814 +1.9% | $232,500 |
| 2021 | $2,762 +1.6% | $232,500 |
| 2020 | $2,718 +8.6% | $232,500 |
| 2019 | $2,502 +7.4% | $232,500 |
| 2018 | $2,330 +1.1% | $232,500 |
| 2017 | $2,305 -2.2% | $232,500 |
| 2016 | $2,357 -0.7% | $232,500 |
| 2015 | $2,375 +2.9% | $232,500 |
| 2014 | $2,308 -9.5% | $232,500 -7.7% |
| 2013 | $2,550 -2.2% | $252,000 |
| 2011 | $2,606 -7.8% | $252,000 |
| 2010 | $2,826 +7.5% | $252,000 |
| 2009 | $2,629 | $252,000 |
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Neighborhood: 54843
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Hayward Community
Source: NWWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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