Tucked into the heart of Merrill, this home offers the kind of potential and practicality that first-time buyers and downsizers are constantly searching for. Just a short walk to Merrill's Normal Park for summer gazebo concerts or farmers market, 709 N. Poplar Street combines solid bones, manageable living space, and a hard to find fully fenced backyard that creates room to relax, entertain, garden, or let pets play freely. Inside, you'll enjoy the comfort of a home that already has the important features buyers want. The heated detached garage is a standout feature for anyone who loves working on vehicles, building projects, woodworking, hobbies, or simply wants a year-round workshop space in Wisconsin winters. Additional highlights include a screened gazebo, 3 apple trees and rhubarb, a newer yard barn, Natural Gas Grill and permanent Christmas lights. Located close to Merrill's parks, schools, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this property makes it easy to enjoy the lifestyle that keeps people choosing Merrill: affordability, community feel, less traffic, and access to the outdoor recreation Central Wisconsin in known for. Whether you're looking for your first home, a place to simplify life, or a property with room for projects and possibilities, this one deserves a look. Updates include: 2018 - furnace, central air, roof, windows, siding, seamless gutters, water heater; 2026 - washer, gas dryer; 2024 - microwave. Newer yard barn, Natural Gas Grill and permanent Christmas lights are also included.
Sold for $260,000
$260,000
709 N Poplar St, Merrill, WI 54452
3beds
1,832sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.26 Acres Lot
$261,000 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$1,639 Estimated rent
Home value
$261,000
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Permanent christmas lightsNewer yard barnScreened gazeboNatural gas grill
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Listed by:
LORA BLADOW 715-218-9666,
RE/MAX EXCEL
Bought with:
JACKIE LEONHARD TEAM, 55186 - 90
NORTHWOODS COMMUNITY REALTY, LLC
Source: GNMLS,MLS#: 217259
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10x10
Bedroom
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x10
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x10
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11x9
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x18
Office
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13x9
Recreation
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 46x12
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Cable TV
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,832
- Total interior livable area: 1,832 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
- Finished area below ground: 600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Heated Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Fence, Other, Shed, Paved Driveway
- Fencing: Yard Fenced
- Frontage length: 0,0
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 25131061210097
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: One Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Merrill
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $204,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,083
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Sold | $260,000+10.6%$142/sqft |
Source:  GNMLS #217259 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2026 | Pending sale | $235,000$128/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #217259 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2026 | Contingent | $235,000$128/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #22602221 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+4.4%$128/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #217259 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2022 | Sold | $225,000$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,721 +36% | $204,600 +122.4% |
| 2023 | $2,736 +8.8% | $92,000 |
| 2022 | $2,516 -3.4% | $92,000 |
| 2021 | $2,605 -7.4% | $92,000 |
| 2020 | $2,812 +1.1% | $92,000 |
| 2019 | $2,781 +1.3% | $92,000 |
| 2018 | $2,745 +6.2% | $92,000 |
| 2017 | $2,585 +4.1% | $92,000 |
| 2016 | $2,484 -2.7% | $92,000 -3% |
| 2015 | $2,554 | $94,800 |
| 2014 | $2,554 | $94,800 |
| 2013 | $2,554 | $94,800 |
| 2011 | $2,554 | $94,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $94,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $94,800 |
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Neighborhood: 54452
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Prairie River Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Merrill High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
- NAKate Goodrich Elementary SchoolGrades: K-2Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: LI Merrill
Source: GNMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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