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$250,000

1579 S 56th STREET, West Allis, WI 53214

2beds

1,441sqft

$1,830/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1923

3,920 Square Feet Lot

$252,600 Zestimate^®

$173/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Unique opportunity w/incredible potential! Offering over 1,400 sq ft all on one level, this distinctive single family property features a huge storefront-style front space plus 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, & a kitchen located toward the rear of the home. Whether you're looking for something outside the ordinary or a property with room to bring your own vision to life, this one is worth a look. Side driveway leads to a 2-car garage and fenced-in yard. Major updates include a new commercial roof in November 2019 & boiler serviced and brought up to code in December 2023, WH 2021. Property could use some updating but offers tremendous possibilities. Conveniently located near the VA, restaurants, state fairgrounds, bars, parks, and highway, w/an easy commute to downtown Milwaukee. Bring your ideas!!!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 90
Dimensions: 10 x 9

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 90
Dimensions: 10 x 9

Bathroom

Features: Tub Only, Shower Over Tub

Family room

Level: Main
Area: 299
Dimensions: 23 x 13

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 144
Dimensions: 12 x 12

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 1000
Dimensions: 40 x 25

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant/Hot Water

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Other, Washer

Features

Cathedral/vaulted ceiling
Basement: Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,441
Total interior livable area: 1,441 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,441

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, 2 Car, 1 Space
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Fencing: Fenced Yard

Lot

Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Features: Sidewalks

Details

Parcel number: 4380603000
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Brick/Stone, Vinyl Siding

Condition

21+ Years
New construction: No
Year built: 1923

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Milwaukee
Municipality: West Allis

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $173/sqft
Tax assessed value: $197,900
Annual tax amount: $3,688
Date on market: 10/8/2026
Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Workbench

Estimated market value

$252,600

$240,000 - $265,000

$1,616/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/8/2026	Listed for sale	$250,000+212.5%$173/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1983332 Report a problem
2/5/2013	Sold	$80,000-5.8%$56/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/24/2012	Price change	$84,900-14.2%$59/sqft
Source: Greenquest Realty LLC #1234668 Report a problem
1/4/2012	Listed for sale	$98,900+41.3%$69/sqft
Source: Greenquest Realty LLC #1234668 Report a problem
6/10/2003	Sold	$70,000$49/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,689 +8.4%	$169,900
2024	$3,402 +19.2%	$169,900 +65.1%
2023	$2,855 +10%	$102,900
2022	$2,595 -15%	$102,900
2021	$3,052	$102,900
2020	$3,052 +2.4%	$102,900
2019	$2,981 -1.5%	$102,900
2018	$3,026 +6.7%	$102,900
2017	$2,835 +3.2%	$102,900
2016	$2,746 +0.5%	$102,900
2015	$2,733 +0.1%	$102,900
2014	$2,731	$102,900