Last Sold Price
2 beds896 sqft$667/sqft
16551 Appleton Ln, Townsend, WI 54175

Description

Archibald lake! Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy 83’ of frontage & history on premier lake in Northern WI. Charming, classic,1940s waterfront cottage; newer lowerlevel, patio walkout to lake, stunning views, only 33’ from water—on East Shore with famous, lingering sun. Year-round, one-owner, 2 bed, 1.5 bath home; original hardwood floors, vaultedceiling/walls tongue/groove knotty pine, log beams, log sleeping loft, gas fieldstone fireplace, hickory cabinets, large pantry, office area, 2 family...Archibald lake! Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to buy 83’ of frontage & history on premier lake in Northern WI. Charming, classic,1940s waterfront cottage; newer lowerlevel, patio walkout to lake, stunning views, only 33’ from water—on East Shore with famous, lingering sun. Year-round, one-owner, 2 bed, 1.5 bath home; original hardwood floors, vaultedceiling/walls tongue/groove knotty pine, log beams, log sleeping loft, gas fieldstone fireplace, hickory cabinets, large pantry, office area, 2 family rooms. Detached 2.5 stall garage, workshop, separate structure for storage/bunkhouse. Enjoy sunsets on the dock on 392-acre, full-rec, crystal-clear water, sandy bottom. Also renowned for fishing. Located a little over 1 hour fromGreen Bay; near ATV/snowmobile trails. Offers presented 8/12/24
LISTING CLOSED: 10/18/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by BILL SYMES • SYMES REALTY LLC
    P: (920) 471-8033 C: (920) 471-8033 bill@symesrealty.com

Property Details for 16551 Appleton Lane

Status
MLS #
208379
Days on Market
68
Taxes
$2,332 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
0.39 AC / 16,988 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$500,000

Avg days on market

99

Sale-to-list ratio

91.0%

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Square Feet
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Location

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Building Information for 16551 Appleton Lane

Stories1Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size0.39 AC / 16,988 SF

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Property Information for 16551 Appleton Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 32, L on Archibald Lake Rd, R on Oak Dr, L on Chain Lake Dr, R on Archibald Lake Rd, R on E Archibald Pkwy then Left, R on Appleton Ln.
  • Latitude: 45.278675
  • Longitude: -88.594158
  • Township: OC Townsend
  • Water Body Name: ARCHIBALD
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 042-38-02-068
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,332.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
School Information
  • High School District: Wabeno Area
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: > 26' Deep Stall,Detached
  • Parking Total: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 83.0
  • Frontage Length Remarks: 83
  • Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • Lot Features: Waterfront
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16988.0
  • Public Survey Range: 15E
  • Public Survey Section: 2
  • Public Survey Township: 32N
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 896.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 800.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Broker/Agent
  • Building Area Total: 896.0
  • Living Area: 896.0
  • Living Area Source: Total Only: Combination
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Year Built Source: Seller
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone,Wood/Wood Shake/Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Conventional Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck,Patio
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer,Microwave,Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Basement: Full,Partial Finished Pre2020,Walk-Out Access,Partial Fin. Contiguous
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: One,Gas
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: At Least 1 Bathtub,Pantry,Water Softener-Own,Wood/Simulated Wood Fl
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 11x9
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 2
  • Dimensions: 10x7
  • Level: First
  • Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 18x13
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 11x9
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Loft
Room 5
  • Dimensions: 18x13
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 17x10
  • Level: First
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 7
  • Description: Den/Office
  • Dimensions: 11x9
  • Level: First
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 8
  • Description: Loft
  • Dimensions: 7x6
  • Level: First
  • Type: Den
Room 9
  • Dimensions: 18x11
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Dimensions: 17x13
  • Level: First
  • Type: Living Room

Property History for 16551 Appleton Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 18, 2024

Sold

REALTORS Association of Northeast Wisconsin #50296021

$597,900
Oct 17, 2024

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #208379

$597,900
Oct 14, 2024

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #208379

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/18/2024

Sold

REALTORS Association of Northeast Wisconsin #50296021

$597,900
10/17/2024

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #208379

$597,900
10/14/2024

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #208379

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 16551 Appleton Lane

Taxable ValueLand$112,600Additions$85,800Total$198,400
Tax Record2025$2,865 ($239 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size18,905 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyOCONTOAPN0423802068

Schools near 16551 Appleton Lane

This home is within Wabeno Area School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Wabeno Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Wabeno High School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 16551 Appleton Lane, Townsend, WI 54175
$597,900
2
896
16,988
$68,449
18,077
20,909
6,970
20,909
7,841

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