Charming and move-in ready 2-bedroom home in the highly desirable Cooper Park neighborhood! This adorable property blends classic character with thoughtful updates, including a beautifully remodeled kitchen (2020) with custom cabinetry and a fully updated bathroom (2024). The primary bedroom features hardwood floors for warmth and timeless appeal. The finished lower-level rec room offers flexible space for a den, playroom, workout area, or home office. Enjoy a fully fenced backyard with gorgeous landscaping and a newly poured patio- perfect for summer gatherings or relaxing evenings. Major updates include new windows (2025) and water heater (2024). Additional highlights include generous closet space, a 1.5-car garage with extra parking, and a fantastic location. Home warranty included.
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$255,000
2830 N 78th STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53222
2beds
1,101sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$257,100 Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$1,671 Estimated rent
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$257,100
$237,000 - $280,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nell Benton Dockry PropertyInfo@shorewest.com,
Shorewest Realtors, Inc.
Bought with:
Donna L Best
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1952803
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Only, Master Bedroom Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16 x 11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- High Speed Internet, Pantry
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Block,Full,Partially Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,101
- Total interior livable area: 1,101 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 836
- Finished area below ground: 265
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, 1 Car, 1 Space
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 3030848000
- Zoning: RES
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Aluminum/Steel, Brick, Brick/Stone
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
- Municipality: Milwaukee
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $255,000+2%$232/sqft |
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| 3/16/2026 | Contingent | $249,900$227/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+141.9%$227/sqft |
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| 5/14/2015 | Sold | $103,300+3.4%$94/sqft |
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| 2/21/2015 | Listed for sale | $99,900-9.2%$91/sqft |
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| 9/30/2014 | Listing removed | $110,000$100/sqft |
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| 9/1/2014 | Price change | $110,000-2.7%$100/sqft |
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| 8/7/2014 | Price change | $113,000-4.2%$103/sqft |
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| 7/11/2014 | Price change | $118,000-5.6%$107/sqft |
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| 7/3/2014 | Listed for sale | $125,000-10.7%$114/sqft |
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| 6/4/2007 | Sold | $139,900$127/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,508 +13.1% | $153,000 +16.5% |
| 2023 | $3,103 -0.8% | $131,300 |
| 2022 | $3,126 -4.6% | $131,300 +11.6% |
| 2021 | $3,276 | $117,700 |
| 2020 | $3,276 | $117,700 |
| 2019 | $3,276 +4.2% | $117,700 +4.3% |
| 2018 | $3,144 +20.9% | $112,900 +9.1% |
| 2017 | $2,601 -0.8% | $103,500 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $2,622 -2.4% | $101,200 +8.7% |
| 2015 | $2,687 | $93,100 |
| 2014 | $2,687 | $93,100 -4.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $97,300 -18% |
| 2011 | -- | $118,600 |
| 2010 | $2,984 +2% | $118,600 |
| 2009 | $2,925 | $118,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $118,600 +1.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $116,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $116,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $116,600 +11.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $104,700 +17.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $89,300 +5.4% |
| 2002 | -- | $84,700 +11.7% |
| 2001 | $2,166 +5.4% | $75,800 |
| 2000 | $2,055 +3.8% | $75,800 +11.3% |
| 1999 | $1,980 | $68,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cooper Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Eighty-First Street SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Milwaukee School of LanguagesGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Milwaukee German Immersion SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Milwaukee
Source: WIREX MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Wisconsin
- Milwaukee County
- Milwaukee
- 53222
- Cooper Park
- 2830 N 78th STREET
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