Located on the shores of Buffalo Lake, this 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home built in the early 1900s is the perfect opportunity for someone to bring their vision and modern touches to a piece of history. 76 feet of lake frontage, you can enjoy views and water access right from your own backyard. The main floor features a spacious formal living room with a wood-burning fireplace, creating a cozy atmosphere. The home retains many original features, offering a unique blend of character and potential. The large backyard includes a patio for outdoor entertaining or relaxing by the water. An attached 1.5-stall garage is accessible through a breezeway off the back entrance, providing easy access and added convenience. This home is waiting for your personal touch to restore its former glory.
Sold
$225,000
286 Lake Ave, Montello, WI 53949
4beds
1,965sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
0.33 Acres Lot
$234,400 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$1,916 Estimated rent
Home value
$234,400
Estimated sales range
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Lake frontageViews and water accessOriginal featuresWood-burning fireplacePatio for outdoor entertainingLarge backyard
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Listed by:
Briar Schultz OFF-D:715-800-8493,
Keller Williams Green Bay
Bought with:
Non-Member Account
RANW Non-Member Account
Source: RANW as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 50312557
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 12x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 11x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 10x9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Dimensions: 9x13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 7x11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18x21
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 11x14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 23x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,965 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,965
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Not Applicable
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Waterfront features: Lake
- Body of water: Buffalo Lake
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
- Features: Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 251005290000
- Zoning: Residential
- Special conditions: Arms Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Montello
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/3/2025 | Sold | $225,000-12.8%$115/sqft |
Source: RANW as distributed by MLS GRID #50312557 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2025 | Pending sale | $258,000$131/sqft |
Source: RANW as distributed by MLS GRID #50312557 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2025 | Contingent | $258,000$131/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $258,000-6.2%$131/sqft |
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| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $275,000-4.8%$140/sqft |
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| 7/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,000$147/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,657 +0.8% | $107,400 |
| 2023 | $2,634 +2.9% | $107,400 |
| 2022 | $2,561 +1.4% | $107,400 |
| 2021 | $2,526 -5.4% | $107,400 |
| 2020 | $2,671 -1.3% | $107,400 |
| 2019 | $2,706 -9.1% | $107,400 |
| 2018 | $2,975 +0.5% | $107,400 |
| 2017 | $2,961 -6.1% | $107,400 |
| 2016 | $3,153 +15.8% | $107,400 |
| 2015 | $2,722 | $107,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $107,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $107,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $107,400 |
| 2010 | $2,253 | $107,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $107,400 +16.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $92,000 |
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Neighborhood: 53949
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Forest Lane Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Montello Jr/Sr High SchoolGrades: 7-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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