Charm meets modern convenience in this beautifully refreshed Whitefish Bay Cape Cod! From the moment you step inside, you will be greeted by a sun-drenched living room featuring an oversized picture window that fills the home with warm, natural light. Hardwood floors glide effortlessly into the formal dining room, setting the perfect stage for hosting dinner parties or casual family weeknights. Beyond the dining space, a massive rear family room anchored by built-in shelving offers the ultimate footprint for relaxation, movie nights, or a dedicated play area.
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Price cut: $30K (8/8)
$545,000
5231 N Bay Ridge AVENUE, Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
3beds
1,684sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$4,021/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$538,700 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 27 days |
- 981 |
- 28 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Patrick Simonis 262-844-6232,
Real Broker Milwaukee
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1971462
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 16 x 15
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Bathroom
- Features: Master Bedroom Bath
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 9 x 13
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 336
- Dimensions: 24 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,684
- Total interior livable area: 1,684 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, 2 Car
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1970209000
- Zoning: res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Whitefish Bay
- Municipality: Whitefish Bay
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $295,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,328
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer Basement Cabinet, Basement Buffet
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property.
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$538,700
Estimated sales range
$512,000 - $566,000
Rent Zestimate®
$3,240/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2026 | Price change | $545,000-5.2%$324/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000+94.9%$341/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Listing removed | $3,300$2/sqft |
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| 7/15/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,300+4.8%$2/sqft |
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| 5/17/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/19/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,150$2/sqft |
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| 12/15/2023 | Sold | $295,000-6.3%$175/sqft |
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| 11/20/2023 | Pending sale | $315,000$187/sqft |
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| 11/16/2023 | Price change | $315,000-10%$187/sqft |
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| 11/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $350,000$208/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,991 -25.8% | $295,000 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $5,382 +2.6% | $287,800 |
| 2022 | $5,247 -15.8% | $287,800 |
| 2021 | $6,230 | $287,800 |
| 2020 | $6,230 -2.1% | $287,800 |
| 2019 | $6,364 +4.4% | $287,800 +19.1% |
| 2018 | $6,099 +10.4% | $241,700 |
| 2017 | $5,525 +0.7% | $241,700 |
| 2016 | $5,489 +0.5% | $241,700 |
| 2015 | $5,461 +1.5% | $241,700 |
| 2014 | $5,380 -0.7% | $241,700 -2.8% |
| 2012 | $5,417 +0.6% | $248,700 |
| 2010 | $5,384 +4.6% | $248,700 |
| 2009 | $5,147 +4.6% | $248,700 |
| 2008 | $4,922 -1.6% | $248,700 |
| 2007 | $5,004 -0.3% | $248,700 +37.3% |
| 2006 | $5,019 +1.8% | $181,200 |
| 2005 | $4,928 +32.6% | $181,200 +32.9% |
| 2004 | $3,717 -15.6% | $136,300 -19.3% |
| 2003 | $4,404 +2% | $168,800 |
| 2002 | $4,318 +3.4% | $168,800 |
| 2001 | $4,175 +13.1% | $168,800 +41.8% |
| 2000 | $3,691 +4.3% | $119,000 |
| 1999 | $3,538 | $119,000 |
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Neighborhood: 53217
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Richards Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Whitefish Bay Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Whitefish Bay High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Whitefish Bay
- High: Whitefish Bay
- District: Whitefish Bay
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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