Discover lake life! Enjoy 2,832 square feet of combined living space with this beautifully maintained lake property on Fishtrap Lake. Tucked among towering trees and bordering the expansive Chequamegon National Forest, this peaceful Northwoods retreat offers privacy, comfort, and endless recreation right outside your door. The property features a charming main cabin along with additional guest accommodations, creating plenty of room for family and friends to gather while still allowing everyone their own space to relax. Set on level frontage with easy access to the water, the property is ideal for enjoying long lake days, swimming, boating, fishing, and quiet evenings by the shore. Fishtrap Lake is known for its scenic beauty, and exceptional fishing opportunities, all while offering a true escape into nature. The surrounding national forest provides direct access to hunting, snowmobiling, ATV trails, and year round outdoor adventure. Whether you are looking for a full time residence, seasonal getaway, or legacy property to share for generations, this meticulously cared for retreat captures the peaceful Up North lifestyle so many dream about. Conveniently located near Winter while still feeling worlds away, this is Northwoods lake living at its finest.
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Price cut: $25K (7/6)
$625,000
8800N Sams Lane, Winter, WI 54896
2beds
1,628sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1999
0.73 Acres Lot
$610,200 Zestimate®
$384/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Beautifully maintained lake propertyCharming main cabinScenic beautyTucked among towering treesAdditional guest accommodations
- 29 days |
- 2,326 |
- 93 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Anne Lawrence 715-558-3334,
Northwest Wisconsin Realty Team
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1601530
Originating MLS: REALTORS Association of Northwestern WI
Originating MLS: REALTORS Association of Northwestern WILoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14 x 12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 11 x 20
Family room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216
- Dimensions: 18 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17 x 12
Heating
- Electric, Propane, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
- Basement: Crawl Space,Concrete,Wood
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,628
- Total interior livable area: 1,628 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,628
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Covered, Patio
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: 101-199 feet, Bottom-Gravel, Shore-Vegetation, Lake, Waterfront
- Body of water: Fishtrap
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Garden Shed, Shed(s), Boat House
- Parcel number: 35925
- Zoning: Recreational,Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Wood Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1999
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Holding Tank
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Winter
- Municipality: Winter
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $384/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $422,300
- Annual tax amount: $3,297
- Date on market: 6/9/2026
- Inclusions: Included:ceiling Fans, Included:dryer, Included:garage Opener, Included:oven/Range, Included:refrigerator, Included:washer
- Exclusions: Excluded:lp Tank, Excluded:sellers Personal
Estimated market value
$610,200
$580,000 - $641,000
$3,179/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/6/2026 | Price change | $625,000-3.8%$384/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $650,000+8.5%$399/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Sold | $599,000$368/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1590534 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$368/sqft |
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| 8/9/2025 | Contingent | $599,000$368/sqft |
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| 8/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000$368/sqft |
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| 8/3/2025 | Contingent | $599,000$368/sqft |
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| 7/29/2025 | Price change | $599,000-7.8%$368/sqft |
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| 6/16/2025 | Price change | $650,000-7%$399/sqft |
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| 5/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000$429/sqft |
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| 10/18/2024 | Listing removed | $699,000$429/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1582094 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2024 | Price change | $699,000-6.7%$429/sqft |
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| 7/22/2024 | Price change | $749,000-6.3%$460/sqft |
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| 6/25/2024 | Price change | $799,000-11.1%$491/sqft |
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| 5/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,000+225.7%$552/sqft |
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| 8/30/2005 | Sold | $276,000$170/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,233 -10% | $292,000 |
| 2023 | $3,592 -4% | $292,000 |
| 2022 | $3,741 +11.5% | $292,000 |
| 2021 | $3,354 +1.2% | $292,000 |
| 2020 | $3,315 +1.4% | $292,000 |
| 2019 | $3,270 +6% | $292,000 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $3,086 -2.4% | $284,800 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $3,164 -2.8% | $271,600 +0.3% |
| 2016 | $3,255 +9.9% | $270,700 -7.3% |
| 2015 | $2,961 +15.2% | $291,900 +16.5% |
| 2014 | $2,571 -11% | $250,600 |
| 2013 | $2,888 -3.9% | $250,600 |
| 2011 | $3,005 -9% | $250,600 |
| 2010 | $3,303 +6.4% | $250,600 |
| 2009 | $3,104 | $250,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 54896
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Winter Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 9.5 mi
- 3/10Winter Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 9.5 mi
- 6/10Winter High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Winter
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- Wisconsin
- Sawyer County
- Winter
- 54896
- 8800N Sams Lane
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