Welcome to this Grangewood Subdivision ranch, a property with huge potential. This property offers a solid foundation for those looking to transform a house into home.The heart of the home features an airy living room that transitions into an large kitchen and dinette area. 3 generously sized bedrooms complete the main floor, offering a comfortable layout for family or guests.The finished basement expands your living space, featuring a large Rec room. You'll also find two bonus rooms previously utilized as bedrooms that offer endless possibilities for a office, and gym. offering a nice lot, the backyard is an ideal space for entertaining.
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$270,000
5551 S 26th STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53221
3beds
1,689sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$271,600 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$2,387 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,600
$253,000 - $293,000
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Finished basementLarge rec roomNice lotTwo bonus rooms
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Listed by:
Hoffmann Team*,
RE/MAX Lakeside-Central
Bought with:
Medina Real Estate Team*
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1959226
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Originating MLS: Metro MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: Ceramic Tile, Shower Over Tub
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Block,Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,638
- Total interior livable area: 1,689 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,051
- Finished area below ground: 638
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, 1 Car, 1 Space
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Garden Shed
- Parcel number: 6690208000
- Zoning: Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick/Stone, Wood Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Milwaukee
- Municipality: Milwaukee
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/29/2026 | Sold | $270,000-3.6%$160/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1959226 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2026 | Contingent | $280,000$166/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1959226 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $280,000+93.4%$166/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1959226 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2005 | Sold | $144,770-9.5%$86/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2003 | Sold | $160,000$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,836 +12.3% | $210,900 +15.7% |
| 2023 | $4,308 -0.8% | $182,300 |
| 2022 | $4,341 -1.4% | $182,300 +15.2% |
| 2021 | $4,403 | $158,200 |
| 2020 | $4,403 | $158,200 |
| 2019 | $4,403 +4.9% | $158,200 +5% |
| 2018 | $4,197 +22.6% | $150,700 +13.1% |
| 2017 | $3,424 -0.3% | $133,200 +3.8% |
| 2016 | $3,433 -0.9% | $128,300 |
| 2015 | $3,465 | $128,300 |
| 2014 | $3,465 | $128,300 |
| 2012 | -- | $128,300 -11.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $145,700 |
| 2010 | $3,704 -14.7% | $145,700 -5% |
| 2009 | $4,341 | $153,400 -2% |
| 2008 | -- | $156,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $156,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $156,600 |
| 2005 | -- | $156,600 +5.9% |
| 2004 | -- | $147,900 +11.7% |
| 2003 | -- | $132,400 +7.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $123,500 +12.8% |
| 2001 | $3,162 +5.5% | $109,500 |
| 2000 | $2,999 -5.2% | $109,500 +6% |
| 1999 | $3,163 | $103,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Copernicus Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cooper SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Reagan College Preparatory HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Audubon Technology and Communication HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.9 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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Estimated market value
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- Wisconsin
- Milwaukee County
- Milwaukee
- 53221
- Copernicus Park
- 5551 S 26th STREET
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