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Price cut: $5K (10/6)

$174,900

2740 N Buffum STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53212

3beds

800sqft

$1,375/mo

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Multi Family, Duplex

Built in 1892

-- sqft lot

$170,100 Zestimate^®

$219/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fully fenced backyard

Excellent opportunity to own a well-maintained duplex in Milwaukee's Riverwest/Harambee neighborhood! Perfect for investors looking to add to their portfolio or owner-occupants seeking to offset their mortgage with rental income. The lower unit also features beautiful hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, adding warmth and character. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard and convenient alley parking for up to two vehicles. Ideally located near Gordon Park, schools, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, with quick access to I-43 for an easy commute. Whether you're looking to generate cash flow or build equity while living in one unit, this duplex is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Features

Basement: Full
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 800
Total interior livable area: 800 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: No Garage, 1 Space

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 3,484 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: 3140753000
Zoning: RT4

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Multi Family, Duplex

Materials

Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding

Condition

21+ Years
New construction: No
Year built: 1892

Utilities & green energy

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

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Milwaukee
Municipality: Milwaukee

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $219/sqft
Tax assessed value: $90,000
Annual tax amount: $1,785
Date on market: 9/23/2026
Inclusions: 2 Ovens And 2 Refrigerators
Exclusions: Seller And Tenants Personal Property

Estimated market value

$170,100

$162,000 - $179,000

$1,298/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/6/2026	Price change	$174,900-2.8%$219/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1981792 Report a problem
9/23/2026	Listed for sale	$179,900+99.9%$225/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1981792 Report a problem
11/29/2022	Sold	$90,000-14.2%$113/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1813748 Report a problem
10/15/2022	Pending sale	$104,900$131/sqft
Source: RE/MAX International #1813748 Report a problem
10/15/2022	Contingent	$104,900$131/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1813748 Report a problem
10/7/2022	Listed for sale	$104,900+356.1%$131/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1813748 Report a problem
1/23/2020	Listing removed	$450$1/sqft
Source: RBK Management WI LLC Report a problem
1/20/2020	Listed for rent	$450-33.3%$1/sqft
Source: RBK Management WI LLC Report a problem
3/30/2016	Sold	$23,000+4.5%$29/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/29/2016	Listing removed	$675$1/sqft
Source: RBK Management WI LLC Report a problem
3/15/2016	Listed for rent	$675+3.8%$1/sqft
Source: RBK Management WI LLC Report a problem
11/4/2015	Listing removed	$650$1/sqft
Source: WIHBN Realty LLC Report a problem
10/8/2015	Price change	$650-7.1%$1/sqft
Source: WIHBN Realty LLC Report a problem
6/16/2015	Listed for rent	$700$1/sqft
Source: WIHBN Realty LLC Report a problem
6/5/2009	Sold	$22,000-26.4%$28/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
3/9/2009	Price change	$29,900-14.3%$37/sqft
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
2/11/2009	Listed for sale	$34,900-30.1%$44/sqft
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
12/14/2008	Listing removed	$49,900$62/sqft
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
12/10/2008	Listed for sale	$49,900-67.8%$62/sqft
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
12/26/2006	Sold	$155,000+15400%$194/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
8/1/2005	Sold	$1,000-95.7%$1/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
10/15/2002	Sold	$23,000$29/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,872 -4.8%	$90,000 +4.9%
2024	$1,967 +13.7%	$85,800 +17.2%
2023	$1,730 +7.9%	$73,200 +8.8%
2022	$1,602 +2.5%	$67,300 +19.8%
2021	$1,564	$56,200
2020	$1,564	$56,200
2019	$1,564 +102%	$56,200 +102.2%
2018	$774 -61.4%	$27,800 +1.5%
2017	$2,007 -27.1%	$27,400 +0.7%
2016	$2,752 +115.5%	$27,200 +5.8%
2015	$1,277	$25,700 -8.2%
2014	$1,277	$28,000 -9.7%
2012	--	$31,000 -24.2%
2011	--	$40,900 +18.2%
2010	$845 -28.5%	$34,600 -9.9%
2009	$1,182	$38,400 -14.1%
2008	--	$44,700 +10.1%
2007	--	$40,600
2006	--	$40,600
2005	--	$40,600 +28.9%
2004	--	$31,500 +20.2%
2003	--	$26,200 +9.6%
2002	--	$23,900 +28.5%
2001	$550 +5.5%	$18,600
2000	$521 -53.4%	$18,600 +2.8%
1999	$1,117	$18,100