Enjoy riverfront living with direct access to the Rock River and just minutes to Lake Koshkonong in this Sears Catalog Craftsman home. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, 153 five star reviews, 8.88% Cap rate, this property offers a rare opportunity as a turnkey vacation home, income-producing investment, or private waterfront retreat. Located on a quiet no-wake section of the river and close to Fort Atkinson amenities, the home features 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with multiple indoor and outdoor spaces designed for entertaining. A 2.5-car garage provides ample space for extra amenities, vehicles, storage, waterfront toys and more! Enjoy peaceful water views, fishing from the private pier, kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, and evenings around the fire pit. Above the garage, the Eagle’s Nest Lodge adds 625 sq ft of bonus space featuring a bar area, jukebox, and balcony overlooking the river—perfect for gathering and making memories.
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$555,000
531 Milwaukee Ave E, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
4beds
2,329sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.25 Acres Lot
$548,000 Zestimate®
$238/sqft
$2,497 Estimated rent
Home value
$548,000
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Listed by:
Kyle Carrier,
Best Realty of Edgerton
Bought with:
Billy Shipler, 83618-94
Rock Realty
Source: SCWMLS,MLS#: 2026565
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 13 x 20
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer
Features
- At Least 1 tub, Bonus Room
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: 1 fireplace, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,329
- Total interior livable area: 2,329 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,064
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 car, Attached, Heated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Dock/Pier
- Body of water: Rock
- Frontage length: Waterfront: 50
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 22605140324003
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Prairie/Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Fort Atkinson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $238/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $326,100
- Annual tax amount: $6,373
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Listing terms: Arms Length
- Inclusions: All items/furnishings used for VRBO/Airbnb (see inclusions list in Associated Docs).
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Sold | $555,000-2.5%$238/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Contingent | $569,000$244/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $569,000+37.9%$244/sqft |
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| 4/30/2021 | Sold | $412,500+3.2%$177/sqft |
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| 4/11/2021 | Pending sale | $399,900$172/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listed for sale | $399,900+72.4%$172/sqft |
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| 5/20/2008 | Sold | $232,000$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,124 +0.8% | $326,100 |
| 2023 | $6,074 -8.6% | $326,100 +38% |
| 2022 | $6,647 +15.2% | $236,300 +2.2% |
| 2021 | $5,769 +4.7% | $231,300 |
| 2020 | $5,510 +3.6% | $231,300 |
| 2019 | $5,317 +11.3% | $231,300 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $4,776 +23.8% | $224,300 +28.6% |
| 2016 | $3,856 +0.6% | $174,400 |
| 2015 | $3,833 +3.5% | $174,400 |
| 2014 | $3,702 -2.6% | $174,400 |
| 2013 | $3,799 -0.5% | $174,400 |
| 2012 | $3,820 +1.7% | $174,400 |
| 2011 | $3,755 +2.7% | $174,400 |
| 2010 | $3,658 +3.4% | $174,400 |
| 2009 | $3,539 +10.8% | $174,400 +6.9% |
| 2008 | $3,195 -2.1% | $163,100 |
| 2007 | $3,264 +2.5% | $163,100 |
| 2006 | $3,185 +4.9% | $163,100 +36.8% |
| 2005 | $3,036 -5.2% | $119,200 |
| 2004 | $3,201 +3.1% | $119,200 |
| 2003 | $3,104 +2.7% | $119,200 |
| 2002 | $3,022 +26.6% | $119,200 +22.4% |
| 2000 | $2,388 | $97,400 |
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Neighborhood: 53538
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Purdy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Fort Atkinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Fort Atkinson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Purdy
- Middle: Fort Atkinson
- High: Fort Atkinson
- District: Fort Atkinson
Source: SCWMLS. 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
- Jefferson County
- Fort Atkinson
- 53538
- 531 Milwaukee Ave E
