Premiere Lake Wisconsin residence with 238 ft of private lake frontage & on a dead end street. Property is set on a park-like setting on 1.56 acres with backyard pond & water feature, lake-edge boathouse & panoramic views of the water. This incredible home boasts 6,000+ sq.ft. with floor-to-ceiling windows to soak in the sunlight & jaw-dropping lake views. The open concept is ideal for entertaining with the kitchen (& huge pantry), 2 dining areas, 4 different living/rec spaces to sprawl out in, exercise room, home office with TDS Fiber high speed internet & lower level walkout with bar area that leads you to a screen porch w/ hot tub. Enjoy awesome recreation nearby: Devils Lake, Great Sauk State Trail, Wis. Dells & Devils Head Ski Hill. Only 25 minutes from Madison. NEW ROOF Sept. 2023
Sold
$1,850,000
S8228 Inspiration Dr, Merrimac, WI 53561
5beds
6,111sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
1.56 Acres Lot
$1,937,200 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$5,104 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,937,200
$1.72M - $2.19M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tracy Thompson,
RE/MAX Preferred
Bought with:
Tiffany Shields, 89421-94
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: SCWMLS,MLS#: 1951959
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Family room
- Area: 306
- Dimensions: 18 x 17
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Freezer, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 374
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Heating
- Forced Air, Radiant Floor, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Included
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Great room, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, At Least 1 tub, Split bedrooms, Rec Room, Mud Room, Exercise Room
- Basement: Finished,Full,Full Size Windows/Exposed,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: 2 fireplaces, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,111
- Total interior livable area: 6,111 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,398
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Electronic pet containmnt
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Indoor Hot tub
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Boat house, Boat Ramp/Lift, Dock/Pier, Waterfront, Lake Front, Water ski lake
- Body of water: Wisconsin
- Frontage length: Waterfront: 238
Lot
- Size: 1.56 Acres
- Features: Rural-in subdivision
Details
- Parcel number: 026103400000
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other
- Foundation: Poured concrete foundatn
Condition
- Year built: 2001
Details
- Builder name: Heffron/Ganser
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Non-Municipal/Prvt dispos
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet - Cable
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Summer Oak Coves
Location
- Region: Merrimac
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $303/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $802,100
- Annual tax amount: $11,948
- Date on market: 3/17/2023
- Listing terms: Arms Length
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Ring Doorbell, Bose Surround Sound System, All Window Blinds &/or Rods, Chest Freezer, Hot Tub, 2 Sheds, Invisible Fence. BAR: Fridge, Dishwasher, Microwave. BOATHOUSE: Fridge, Sound System, Rail System, 2 Piers
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property and/or Staging Items
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/9/2023 | Sold | $1,850,000-2.6%$303/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2023 | Contingent | $1,899,000$311/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1951959 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2023 | Price change | $1,899,000-2.1%$311/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1951959 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,940,000-0.9%$317/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1951959 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,958,000$320/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1933870 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,658 -1.4% | $1,533,900 |
| 2023 | $16,896 +33.9% | $1,533,900 +91.2% |
| 2022 | $12,622 +7.1% | $802,100 |
| 2021 | $11,791 +9.2% | $802,100 |
| 2020 | $10,797 +1.5% | $802,100 +17.2% |
| 2019 | $10,634 +1.1% | $684,600 |
| 2018 | $10,519 +5.3% | $684,600 |
| 2017 | $9,990 +1.1% | $684,600 |
| 2016 | $9,886 -0.9% | $684,600 |
| 2015 | $9,978 -7.1% | $684,600 |
| 2014 | $10,739 +9.8% | $684,600 +10.7% |
| 2013 | $9,777 -3.2% | $618,200 -12.2% |
| 2012 | $10,103 -2.2% | $703,900 |
| 2011 | $10,334 -1.6% | $703,900 |
| 2010 | $10,497 +1.8% | $703,900 |
| 2009 | $10,307 +11.2% | $703,900 |
| 2008 | $9,272 +3.2% | $703,900 |
| 2007 | $8,981 +14.8% | $703,900 +45.2% |
| 2006 | $7,823 -3.4% | $484,700 |
| 2005 | $8,096 +4.1% | $484,700 |
| 2004 | $7,775 +7.9% | $484,700 |
| 2003 | $7,206 -10.8% | $484,700 +13.9% |
| 2002 | $8,075 | $425,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 53561
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Merrimac Community SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.2 mi
- 5/10Sauk Prairie Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 7/10Sauk Prairie High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Sauk Prairie
- High: Sauk Prairie
- District: Sauk Prairie
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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