#1924579, Beth Gotwald, Listing office: Century 21 Moves
$4,400,000 List price
281 S Lake St Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
4 beds
3 full
4,860 sqft
0.3 acres
$905 / sqft
House
Property details
About 281 S Lake St
Wake up to lake views & idyllic village setting in this waterfront Elkhart Lake estate, blending historical charm & contemporary living. Enjoy all manner of water sports from your private pier, plus festivals, dining, music, world-class golfing & racing at nearby Road America. The Main Lvl showcases an open LR & Kitchen that spills into a Dining Rm & Den w/commanding views, Main Lvl primary & 2nd Rm/office. Upstairs 2 addtl BRs, Full BA & 3rd Lvl Bonus Rm. The LL offers a Large Fam Rm & full Sun porch for a dreamy indoor/outdoor flow, 2nd Kit, full BA & sauna! 2 stately NFPs & many updates add to the appeal. The boathouse keeps all water toys conveniently within reach. Make this a generational gift to your family. The location is nothing short of exceptional & an entertainer's dream.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size4,860 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.33 Acres
Year built1935
ParkingOpener Included,Attached,2 Car
MLS #1910202
Attached garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWater Access, Waterfront, Boat House, Lake Front, Pier
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Other, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Water Softener, Cable/Satellite Available, High Speed Internet, Wood or Sim.Wood Floors, Cathedral/vaulted ceiling
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Opener Included,Attached,2 Car
- Waterfront: Water Access, Waterfront, Boat House, Lake Front, Pier
- Exterior: Private Dock
- Architectural Style: Tudor/Provincial, Other
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $4,400,000
- Price/SqFt: $905
- Annual Tax Amount: $22,599
- Tax Year: 2023
- Year Built: 1935
- Living Area: 4,860 SqFt
- Municipality: Elkhart Lake
- Lot Size: 0.33 Acres
- MLS Number: 1910202
- MLS Name: WIREX_METRO
- Office Name: Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore
- Office Email: kimherbert@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Houseworks Collective - Jay Schmidt Group*
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Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,586,100 | $22,599 |
| 2022 | $794,000 | $15,238 |
| 2021 | $794,000 | $15,836 |
| 2020 | $794,000 | $15,882 |
| 2019 | $794,000 | $14,408 |
| 2018 | $794,000 | $13,764 |
| 2017 | $794,000 | $13,691 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Parkview Elementary School
Public District PK-4
5.4 mi
•500 Parkview Dr
5
Zielanis Elementary School
Public District PK-4
6.1 mi
•1010 Adams St
8
Fairview Elementary School
Public District PK-4
6.1 mi
•300 Salem Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $67,500. Typical income of Elkhart Lake, WI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
15%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
28%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
43%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
16%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
NASCAR
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dick's Sporting Goods
Bass Pro Shops
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Texas Roadhouse
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Subaru
GMC
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
New Country
Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 281 S Lake St
The listing price of 281 S Lake St property is $4,400,000.
The property 281 S Lake St is a house located in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, 53020.
Active Listing: 281 S Lake St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 281 S Lake St are: Parkview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Zielanis Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Fairview Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Elkhart Lake Elementary/Middle (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Riverview Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Kiel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Elkhart Lake High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kiel Eschool (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Plymouth High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $22,599 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 281 S Lake St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 281 S Lake St is 4,860 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 281 S Lake St is 1935.
This home is located at 281 S Lake St in Elkhart Lake, WI and zip code 53020. This 4,860 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 0.33 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $4,400,000.
Over 0 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Elkhart Lake, WI. In the same period over 2 listings were sold below the listed price and 1 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Elkhart Lake, WI between May and June 2025 increased by 10.7%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.