$125,000

5136 N 42nd St Milwaukee, WI 53209

$1,484
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,077 sqft
0.1 acres
$116 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5136 N 42nd St

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-family home nestled in the heart of Old North Milwaukee. Located just a few blocks from the scenic McGovern Park and Havenwoods State Forest, this home offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty.Enjoy the ease of city living with bus routes within walking distance, making commuting a breeze. You'll also appreciate the off-street parking spots. This home has what you need. Don't miss your opportunity to own a comfortable home in a peaceful, tree-lined neighborhood with access to both nature and city amenities. Newer Roof and Windows installed make this home a perfect option!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,077 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1947
ParkingNone,1 Car
MLS #1922214
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: None,1 Car
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $125,000
  • Price/SqFt: $116
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,774
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,077 SqFt
  • Municipality: Milwaukee
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1922214
  • MLS Name: WIREX_METRO
  • Office Name: Compass RE WI-Northshore
  • Office Email: kels@compass.com
  • Listing Agent: Horizon Homes Group*

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5136 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53209 - view of front facade with roof with shingles

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 15, 2020
Home Sold
$72,000
May 03, 2018
Home Sold
$35,000
Oct 10, 2008
Home Sold
$23,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$78,100$1,774
2022$78,100$1,859
2021$67,000$1,786
2020$67,000$1,690
2019$50,400$1,245
2018$53,800$1,324

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Hampton Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.7 mi

5000 N 53rd St

3

Clemens Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.2 mi

3600 W Hope Ave

2

Browning Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.4 mi

5440 N 64th St

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 $38,750. Typical income of Milwaukee, WI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

46%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
28%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 5136 N 42nd St

The listing price of 5136 N 42nd St property is $125,000.

The property 5136 N 42nd St is a house located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53209.

Active Listing: 5136 N 42nd St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5136 N 42nd St are: Hampton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Clemens Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Browning Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Congress Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Thurston Woods Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Carson Academy (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Obama School of Career and Technical Education (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Banner Preparatory School of Milwaukee (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Assata High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,774 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 15, 2020 for $72,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 5136 N 42nd St has 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 5136 N 42nd St is 1,077 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5136 N 42nd St is 1947.

This home is located at 5136 N 42nd St in Milwaukee, WI and zip code 53209 in the Old North Milwaukee neighborhood. This 1,077 square foot home, which was built in 1947, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $125,000.

Over 267 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Milwaukee, WI. In the same period over 148 listings were sold below the listed price and 63 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Milwaukee, WI increased by 68.9% between April and May 2025.

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

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