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$259,900

2616 S Chicago Ave South Milwaukee, WI 53172

4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,808 sqft
0.08 acres
$144 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2616 S Chicago Ave

Discover this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering a warm blend of character and modern updates. Main level features hardwood floors in the living and dining rooms, a cozy family room with a natural fireplace, convenient bedroom, and a versatile den. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, half bath and a flexible bonus space--perfect for a reading nook or playroom. Partially finished lower level has plenty of space for entertaining or relaxing and tons of storage. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard, a 2-car garage, and an additional 2-car parking slab. Move-in ready with space for everyone! Recent upgrades include brand-new carpet, fresh interior paint, and a new roof and siding (2024). Home Warranty included for buyer peace of mind. (Some photos virtually staged)

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,808 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.08 Acres
Year built1925
ParkingDetached,2 Car
MLS #1924284
Attached garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: High Speed Internet, Pantry, Walk-in closet(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Detached,2 Car
  • Exterior: Fenced Yard
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $259,900
  • Price/SqFt: $143
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,017
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: Corner of Chicago and Marion Ave
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,808 SqFt
  • Municipality: South Milwaukee
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1924284
  • MLS Name: WIREX_METRO
  • Office Name: Shorewest Realtors - South Metro
  • Office Email: PropertyInfo@shorewest.com
  • Listing Agent: Mari Catencamp

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 18, 2014
Home Sold
$123,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$170,800$3,017
2022$170,800$3,097
2021$127,000$3,772
2020$127,000$3,772
2019$127,000$3,314
2018$127,000$3,214

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Lakeview Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

711 Marion Ave

2

Blakewood Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

3501 Blakewood Ave

5

Rawson Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

1410 Rawson Ave

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 $41,774. Typical income of South Milwaukee, WI residents is less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

44%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
13%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
35%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • Continuing Education CoursesContinuing Education Courses
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • BurlingtonBurlington

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • QdobaQdoba
  • PopeyesPopeyes

What do the neighbors drive?

  • CadillacCadillac
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • JazzJazz
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2616 S Chicago Ave

The listing price of 2616 S Chicago Ave property is $259,900.

The property 2616 S Chicago Ave is a house located in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53172.

Active Listing: 2616 S Chicago Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2616 S Chicago Ave are: Lakeview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Blakewood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Rawson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), South Milwaukee Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Cudahy Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), South Milwaukee High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oak Creek High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cudahy High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,017 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on November 18, 2014 for $123,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2616 S Chicago Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 2616 S Chicago Ave is 1,808 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2616 S Chicago Ave is 1925.

This home is located at 2616 S Chicago Ave in South Milwaukee, WI and zip code 53172. This 1,808 square foot home, which was built in 1925, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $259,900.

In June 2025, from all listings sold in South Milwaukee, WI there were more than 15 sold above asking price, over 6 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The inventory of homes for sale in South Milwaukee, WI between May and June 2025 increased by 42.5%.

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

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