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$142,500

1526 West Congress STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53209

4beds

924sqft

Multi Family, Duplex

Built in 1954

-- sqft lot

$190,000 Zestimate^®

$154/sqft

$1,330 Estimated rent

Home value

$190,000

$167,000 - $213,000

$1,330/mo

Zestimate^® history

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What's special

Ample natural light

Perfect opportunity for both investors and owner-occupants! This classic Milwaukee duplex offers solid cash flow and plenty of upside. The lower unit is tenant-occupied, bringing in $900/month on a month-to-month lease, while the upper unit is vacant and ready for immediate occupancy or your next tenant. Each unit features spacious living areas, ample natural light, and separate utilities. Located in the desirable Rufus King neighborhood, this property sits close to schools, public transit, and neighborhood amenities. Whether you're looking to house hack and build equity or add a strong performer to your rental portfolio, 1526 W Congress is priced right and ready to go. Don't miss out on this affordable duplex investment!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 924
Total interior livable area: 924 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2.5
Parking features: Detached, 2 Car
Garage spaces: 2.5

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 3,484 sqft

Details

Parcel number: 2320214000
Zoning: RES
Special conditions: Arms Length

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Multi Family, Duplex

Materials

Aluminum/Steel, Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding

Condition

21+ Years
New construction: No
Year built: 1954

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 2 Electric Meters
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: 2 Electric Meters, 2 Gas Meters

Community & neighborhood

Location

Region: Milwaukee
Municipality: Milwaukee

Price history

Date	Event	Price
12/2/2025	Sold	$142,500-13.6%$154/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1940750 Report a problem
11/7/2025	Pending sale	$165,000$179/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1940750 Report a problem
11/3/2025	Price change	$165,000-8.3%$179/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1940750 Report a problem
10/25/2025	Listed for sale	$180,000+56.5%$195/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1940750 Report a problem
10/18/2021	Sold	$115,000+43.9%$124/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/20/2002	Sold	$79,900$86/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$3,538 +38.9%	$154,300 +43.1%
2023	$2,547 -0.8%	$107,800
2022	$2,567 +2.2%	$107,800 +19.5%
2021	$2,510	$90,200
2020	$2,510	$90,200
2019	$2,510 +12.5%	$90,200 +12.6%
2018	$2,231 +26.8%	$80,100 +22.7%
2017	$1,760 +3%	$65,300 +0.9%
2016	$1,709	$64,700 -4.4%
2015	--	$67,700
2014	--	$67,700 -16.3%
2012	--	$80,900 -18%
2011	--	$98,700
2010	$2,549	$98,700