$1,958 Closing Credit¹
#22501663, LISA LOPEZ, Listing Office: AMAXIMMO LLC
$165,000 List price
512 Franklin St Wausau, WI 54403
$1,959
Closing credit¹
House
Property details
About 512 Franklin St
Largely considered the oldest home in Marathon County, the ?William Devoe? house features two separate suites, each with a wood burning fireplace, newly updated baths w/ modern sinks & shower stalls, and new kitchenettes. Centrally located in Wausau's historic Andrew Warren District, this home is well maintained with high ceilings, original wood flooring, and a lovely front porch. The lower unit sports original tin ceilings and matching tin crown molding, and the upper has open beam ceilings. This property could easily be converted into a single-family home, but has an exceptional rental history, popular with skiers and downtown Wausau visitors. There is ample off-street parking with a large blacktopped lot to the rear. Currently used as a very successful Air BnB, it is part of the former Roenberry Inn, currently doing business as the Bougainvillea Bed & Breakfast. The owner prefers to sell this property as a package along with 511 Franklin St, an 8-unit Bed & Breakfast directly across the street, and the 2 properties can be purchased together for $549,900.,Owner is also open to selling one property and granting a first right of refusal on the 2nd property. Make an offer and let?s talk! This property is agent owned.
Highlights
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Year built1868
MLS #22501127
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Summary
- Appliances: Refrigerator, Microwave
- Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Smoke Detector(s), Cable/Satellite Available, All window coverings
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None
- Exterior: Porch
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- List Price: $165,000
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,698
- Tax Year: 2023
- Directions: 6th St to Franklin St
- Year Built: 1868
- Municipality: Wausau
- MLS Number: 22501127
- MLS Name: WIREX_CWBR
- Office Name: COLDWELL BANKER ACTION
- Office Phone: (715) 359-0521
- Listing Agent: DAVID DETTMANN
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 04, 2020 | Home Sold | $89,000 |
| Jun 04, 2013 | Home Sold | $250,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,300 | $2,698 |
| 2022 | $90,300 | $2,234 |
| 2021 | $90,300 | $2,162 |
| 2020 | $103,900 | $2,537 |
| 2019 | $91,800 | $2,397 |
| 2018 | $91,800 | $2,362 |
| 2017 | $91,800 | $2,278 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Franklin Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•1509 N 5th St
7
Grant Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.9 mi
•500 N 4th Ave
6
Hawthorn Hills Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•1600 Kickbusch St
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 $23,088. The majority of Wausau, WI residents have income less than $<35k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
58%
<35k
32%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
14%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
29%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
UFC
Pro Wrestling- Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Burlington
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Burger King
Cicis Pizza
Popeyes
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Pontiac
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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About 512 Franklin St
The listing price of 512 Franklin St property is $165,000.
The property 512 Franklin St is a house located in Wausau, Wisconsin, 54403.
Active Listing: 512 Franklin St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 512 Franklin St are: Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grant Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Hawthorn Hills Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), John Muir Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Horace Mann Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), D C Everest Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Wausau Area Virtual Education (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), West High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $2,698 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 4, 2020 for $89,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 512 Franklin St has 0 bathroom.
The year of construction for 512 Franklin St is 1868.
This home is located at 512 Franklin St in Wausau, WI and zip code 54403. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $165,000.
The inventory of homes for sale in Wausau, WI between March and April 2025 increased by 20%. Listings spent 95 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $178,750 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.