Charm meets potential in this classic 1939 all-brick Cape Cod! Packed with original character, it features gorgeous wood floors and timeless built-in woodworking throughout. The main level offers a cozy foundation, while the spacious upper level includes a third bedroom and two additional rooms--giving you extra space to customize and build equity. Bringing your personal touch and a little TLC will make this property shine!! A wonderful opportunity for anyone looking to design their ideal space!!
Active
$220,000
5545 N 40th STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53209
3beds
1,300sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,582/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$218,100 Zestimate®
$169/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious upper levelTwo additional roomsTimeless built-in woodworking throughoutGorgeous wood floorsThird bedroom
- 21 days |
- 310 |
- 7 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Derek O'Shaughnessy 414-400-8068,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1973070
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11 x 17
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Only, Whirlpool, Shower Stall
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range
Features
- High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Block,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1921252000
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick/Stone
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
- Municipality: Milwaukee
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $169/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $110,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,848
- Date on market: 7/24/2026
- Inclusions: Range/Oven, Window Fixtures
Estimated market value
$218,100
$207,000 - $229,000
$1,720/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $220,000+76%$169/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1973070 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2007 | Sold | $125,000$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,522 +11.4% | $110,000 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $2,264 -0.8% | $95,800 |
| 2022 | $2,281 -8.6% | $95,800 +6.8% |
| 2021 | $2,496 | $89,700 |
| 2020 | $2,496 | $89,700 |
| 2019 | $2,496 +183.7% | $89,700 +183.9% |
| 2018 | $880 -52.9% | $31,600 -9.2% |
| 2017 | $1,869 +1.1% | $34,800 -5.2% |
| 2016 | $1,849 -1.9% | $36,700 |
| 2015 | $1,884 | $36,700 -5.9% |
| 2014 | $1,884 | $39,000 -39% |
| 2012 | -- | $63,900 -22.8% |
| 2011 | -- | $82,800 |
| 2010 | $2,946 +22.9% | $82,800 |
| 2009 | $2,396 | $82,800 -8.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $90,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $90,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $90,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $90,900 +8.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $83,600 +19.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $69,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $69,900 +29.7% |
| 2001 | $1,519 +5.4% | $53,900 |
| 2000 | $1,442 +7.1% | $53,900 +11.4% |
| 1999 | $1,347 | $48,400 |
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Neighborhood: Old North Milwaukee
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Thurston Woods CampusGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Rufus King International High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
- 2/10Carmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology, Northwest CampusGrades: 6-12Distance: 1.9 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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