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$799,900

101 James St Wales, WI 53183

5 beds
5 full, 2 partial
3,776 sqft
1.5 acres
$212 / sqft
House

Property details

About 101 James St

In the recent past the home was used as a bed and breakfast for perhaps a decade or more. In the last five years the home has been used as a vacation rental where in 2024 the AIR BNB/VRBO revenue was $108,000.In the early 1840's Welsh immigrants Hugh and Elizabeth Elias arrived in Waukesha County. In the mid 1890's, Willam H. Elias, son of Hugh and Elizabeth, built this estate, a Queen Anne Victorian. Elias served as the first village president of Wales when the village was incorporated in 1922. William and Mary Elias raised their daughter, Elizabeth, in the home. Elizabeth occupied the estate until it was purchased by the Webb Family in 1938.Restauranteur George Webb opened up his very first restaurant in this estate during the 1940's.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,776 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.47 Acres
Year built1895
MLS #1921284

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Seller Leased: Water Softener, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Simulated Wood Floors, Wood Floors
  • Total Bedroom Count: 5
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None
  • Exterior: Patio
  • Architectural Style: Victorian/Federal, Other
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $799,900
  • Price/SqFt: $211
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,119
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Hwy 83 South of Hwy 18 to Main St. East to property. Large corner lot of James St and Main St
  • Year Built: 1895
  • Living Area: 3,776 SqFt
  • Municipality: Wales
  • Lot Size: 1.47 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1921284
  • MLS Name: WIREX_METRO
  • Office Name: Response Realtors
  • Office Phone: (262) 646-2320
  • Listing Agent: Jay Cavaiani

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 13, 2020
Home Sold
$470,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$514,500$6,119
2022$470,000$6,245
2021$470,000$6,735
2020$379,500$6,708
2019$379,500$5,773
2018$379,500$5,964
2017$379,500$5,732

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Kettle Moraine Explore

Public Charter KG-5

0.2 mi

219 N Oak Crest Dr

8

Wales Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

219 N Oak Crest Dr

5

Magee Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.5 mi

W313S4134 Highway 83

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $83,577. Residents of Wales, WI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

11%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
25%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

17%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
35%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

18%
<11 yrs old
12%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Academy Sports & OutdoorsAcademy Sports & Outdoors

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus
  • ChevroletChevrolet

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
  • CountryCountry
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 101 James St

The listing price of 101 James St property is $799,900.

The property 101 James St is a house located in Wales, Wisconsin, 53183.

Active Listing: 101 James St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 101 James St are: Kettle Moraine Explore (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wales Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Magee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Kettle Moraine Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), North Shore Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Lake Country School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), High School of Health Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), School for Arts and Performance (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Km Global School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $6,119 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 13, 2020 for $470,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 101 James St has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 2 half bathrooms.

The property 101 James St is 3,776 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 101 James St is 1895.

This home is located at 101 James St in Wales, WI and zip code 53183. This 3,776 square foot home, which was built in 1895, sits on a 1.47 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,900.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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