525 E Cook St, Portage, WI 53901
What's special
Character, charm, and major updates await in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home nestled on a hill in the heart of Portage! Offering over 2,190 square feet, this home is filled with timeless craftsmanship, including beautiful woodwork, ceiling beams, an impressive open staircase, built-ins, and custom storage throughout. Generously sized rooms provide plenty of space to spread out while preserving the character and architectural details you simply don't find in newer homes. Major exterior updates include a NEW roof, siding, soffit, gutters and windows in 2026 with a transferable warranty! A huge walk-up attic offers incredible potential for additional finished living space. Imagine a primary suite, rec room, home office, or whatever best fits your needs! Conveniently located close to everything Portage has to offer, this one-of-a-kind home blends historic charm, generous space, and valuable updates, ready for its next chapter!
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Family Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
Melanie Grosse,
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 264
- Dimensions: 22 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10 x 11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 13 x 16
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Freezer, Disposal
- Level: Main
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Great room, At Least 1 tub, Internet- Fiber available, Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Other, Rec Room
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 fireplace
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,191
- Total interior livable area: 2,191 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,991
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 car, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 11271 505
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor/Provincial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1911
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet - Cable, Internet - DSL
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Portage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $151/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $197,900
- Annual tax amount: $4,067
- Date on market: 9/1/2026
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Bidets, Washer & Dryer.
- Exclusions: sellers personal property, upright freezer in basement, reptile/aquarium tanks.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/23/2026 | Price change | $329,900-4.4%$151/sqft |
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| 9/16/2026 | Price change | $345,000-1.4%$157/sqft |
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| 9/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000+118.8%$160/sqft |
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| 12/2/2021 | Sold | $160,000+220.6%$73/sqft |
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| 10/2/2011 | Listing removed | $49,900$23/sqft |
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| 8/20/2011 | Price change | $49,900-16.7%$23/sqft |
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| 7/10/2011 | Price change | $59,900-25.8%$27/sqft |
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| 5/4/2011 | Price change | $80,750-15%$37/sqft |
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| 3/3/2011 | Price change | $95,000+99900%$43/sqft |
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| 2/25/2011 | Price change | $95-99.9% |
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| 1/24/2011 | Listed for sale | $95,000-50.5%$43/sqft |
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| 11/3/2010 | Sold | $191,800+14.9%$88/sqft |
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| 10/17/2005 | Sold | $167,000$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,022 +27.5% | $197,900 +10.1% |
| 2023 | $3,154 +3.4% | $179,800 +12.4% |
| 2022 | $3,051 +60.6% | $160,000 +72.6% |
| 2021 | $1,899 +5.4% | $92,700 +6.6% |
| 2020 | $1,802 +2.8% | $87,000 +6.1% |
| 2019 | $1,752 +2.7% | $82,000 +2.2% |
| 2018 | $1,706 +4.6% | $80,200 +9.4% |
| 2017 | $1,632 +9% | $73,300 +7.5% |
| 2016 | $1,497 -0.9% | $68,200 +4% |
| 2015 | $1,510 -2.3% | $65,600 -1.9% |
| 2014 | $1,545 -20.4% | $66,900 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $1,941 -15.7% | $66,400 -10.6% |
| 2012 | $2,303 -39.4% | $74,300 -52.5% |
| 2010 | $3,803 | $156,300 -3% |
| 2009 | -- | $161,200 -4% |
| 2008 | -- | $168,000 |
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Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$326,900
$311,000 - $343,000
$2,332/mo
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