$299,900

817 E Otjen St Milwaukee, WI 53207

$3,561
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full
1,092 sqft
0.05 acres
$275 / sqft
House

Property details

About 817 E Otjen St

Nestled in a prime location just blocks from KK's best coffee shops, restaurants, & shopping, this adorable 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the perfect blend of character & modern updates-- it could easily be crowned Dunkey's Original Palace of cozy charm. W/quick access to the city, a vibrant neighborhood feel, & walkability to the lake, this is a rare find. Inside, the home feels larger than expected, featuring refinished maple hardwood flrs ('23-'25), fresh interior paint ('25), & plenty of natural light from triple-pane windows. Recent updates include a new furnace & water heater ('21), updated sewer & water laterals ('21 & '24), basement waterproofing w/a grind-&-seal finish ('24), & a tear-off roof ('10). A newly replaced back concrete stoop ('23) & charming curb appeal. Move-in ready.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
Size1,092 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.05 Acres
Year built1919
ParkingNone,1 Car, 1 Space
MLS #1915932
Attached garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Other, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Cable/Satellite Available, High Speed Internet, Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: None,1 Car, 1 Space
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • List Price: $299,900
  • Price/SqFt: $274
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,018
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Directions: S Lenox St to 817 East Otjen Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 1,092 SqFt
  • Municipality: Milwaukee
  • Lot Size: 0.05 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1915932
  • MLS Name: WIREX_METRO
  • Office Name: Shorewest Realtors, Inc.
  • Office Email: PropertyInfo@shorewest.com
  • Listing Agent: Kristel Sikora

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$142,000$3,018
2022$142,000$3,381
2021$137,100$3,307
2020$137,100$3,532
2019$111,800$2,846
2018$116,600$2,949

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Riley Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

2424 S 4th St

3

Stellar Collegiate Charter School

Public Charter PK-5

1.3 mi

2431 S 10th St

2

Zablocki Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

1016 W Oklahoma 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 $49,444. Residents of Milwaukee, WI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

28%
<35k
55%
35k-100k
15%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

70%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
14%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • ToyotaToyota
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • JazzJazz
  • NewsNews
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 817 E Otjen St

The listing price of 817 E Otjen St property is $299,900.

The property 817 E Otjen St is a house located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53207.

Active Listing: 817 E Otjen St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 817 E Otjen St are: Riley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Stellar Collegiate Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Zablocki Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Downtown Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Milwaukee Parkside School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Trowbridge Street School of Great Lakes Studies (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bay View High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Grandview High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), South Division High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,018 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 817 E Otjen St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 817 E Otjen St is 1,092 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 817 E Otjen St is 1919.

This home is located at 817 E Otjen St in Milwaukee, WI and zip code 53207 in the Southeast neighborhood. This 1,092 square foot home, which was built in 1919, sits on a 0.05 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $299,900.

While more than 23 listings in Milwaukee, WI in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 12 listings sold at asking price, and more than 36 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Milwaukee, WI increased by 24% between March and April 2025. In April 2025 median list price was $210,000 and the average listing age was 28 days.

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

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