170 E Main St

$399,900
Price
5
Beds
2,704 Sq. Ft.
$148 / Sq. Ft.
2,704
Sq. Ft.
$148
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This classic three-story Victorian home in the heart of Merrimac sits just 100 yards from Memorial Park on Lake Wisconsin. Built for the Merrimac Blacksmith Company’s smithy, it features lake views, original hardwood floors, oak trim, and stained-glass windows. The 1/3 acre site includes an 1848 blacksmith shop with original forge and pulley system, plus a 1920s schoolhouse with 14-ft coved ceilings—now offered as heated garage and workshop space Generous living begins here. The home includes a spacious...This classic three-story Victorian home in the heart of Merrimac sits just 100 yards from Memorial Park on Lake Wisconsin. Built for the Merrimac Blacksmith Company’s smithy, it features lake views, original hardwood floors, oak trim, and stained-glass windows. The 1/3 acre site includes an 1848 blacksmith shop with original forge and pulley system, plus a 1920s schoolhouse with 14-ft coved ceilings—now offered as heated garage and workshop space Generous living begins here. The home includes a spacious kitchen for gatherings, large dining area, parlor, main level bedroom or office and large living area. Located near, Baraboo, Wis Dells, Devil’s Lake, Devil’s Head, and Parfrey’s Glen. This property blends heritage, charm, updates and convenience in a serene lakeside community. Recently u
  1. Listed by David Baehr • American, REALTORS

Property Details for 170 East Main Street

Architecture
Victorian
Waterfront
Waterview-No frontage, Lake
Zoning
B-1
LISTING UPDATED: 12/29/2025 09:14 AM

Property Details for 170 East Main Street

StatusActive
MLS #2011806
Days on Market57
Taxes$2,956 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / 2 story
Year Built1876
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountySauk County

Location

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Building Information for 170 East Main Street

Stories-Year Built1876Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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$2,222 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,976

Property Taxes

$246

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 170 East Main Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • C/T/V: Village
  • County: Sauk
  • County Qtr Section: Sauk SE
  • Directions: On Main Street located in the heart of the village, just steps from Lake Wisconsin and the Merrimac Ferry landing.
  • Lake/River: Wisconsin
  • Location: MERRIMAC - V
  • Mailing City: Merrimac
  • Municipality: Merrimac
  • State: WI
  • Zip: 53561
Parking
  • Driveway: Paved
  • Garage: Detached, Heated, Opener, 4+ car, Additional Garage, Garage door > 8 ft high, Garage stall > 26 ft deep
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 5
School Information
  • Elementary: Merrimac
  • High School: Sauk Prairie
  • Middle School: Sauk Prairie
  • School District: Sauk Prairie
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Net Taxes: $2,956.00
  • Parcel ID: 151-0007-00000
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Class: Single Family
  • Improvements: 122300
  • Land Assess: $33,500.00
  • Total Assess: $155,800.00
  • Total Assess Year: 2024
  • Type: 2 story
  • Year Built: 1876
Lot Information
  • Acres Source: Assessor
  • Estimated Total Acres: 0.34
  • Farm: No
  • Finished Above Grade SqFt: 2704
  • Finished Part/All Below Grd SF: 0
  • Finished SqFt: 2704
  • Lot Description: Sidewalk, On ATV/Snowmobile trail
  • Year Built Source: Seller
Utilities
  • Fuel: Natural gas
  • Water/Waste: Municipal water, Municipal sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Farm Features: Outbuilding(s)
Interior Features
  • Items Included: Original hardwood floors, oak trim and doors, stained-glass windows, spacious kitchen, blacksmith shop with forge and pulley system, 1920s schoolhouse with 14-ft coved ceilings, heated garage/workshop space, front and rear porches, and scenic lake views. Appliances.
  • Items Excluded: This sale expressly excludes the Seller’s furniture, fixtures, and equipment, as well as all goodwill associated with the short-term rental business.
  • Basement: Full, Outside entry only, 8'+ Ceiling, Other foundation
  • Heating/Cooling: Forced air, Central air, Zoned Heating
  • Interior Features: Wood or sim. wood floor, Walk-in closet(s), Washer, Dryer, At Least 1 tub, Tankless Water Heater, Internet - DSL, Internet- Fiber available, Internet - Satellite/Dish, Smart doorbell
Room Information
Bathrooms
  • Full Baths Upper: 2
  • 1/2 Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Total: 3
  • 1/2 Baths Main: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Total: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Lower: 0
  • Total Baths: 3.00
Bedrooms
  • Primary BedRoom Lvl: M
  • Bedroom 2 Level: U
  • Bedroom 3 Level: U
  • Bedroom 4 Level: U
  • Bedroom 5 Level: U
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Above Grade Bedroom Count: 5
  • Primary Bed Dimensions: 12x14
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 12x16
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 15x10
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions: 16x11
  • Bedroom 5 Dimensions: 27x23
  • Primary Bed Bath: Full
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12x16
  • Dining Room Level: M
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15x11
  • Family Room Level: M
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16x13
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Kitchen Level: M
Living Room
  • Living/Great Dimensions: 16x17
  • Living/Great Room Level: M
Other Rooms
  • Other Room: Mud Room
  • Other Room 2: Three-Season
  • Other Room 3: Foyer
  • Other Room Level: M
  • Other Room 2 Level: M
  • Other Room 3 Level: M
  • Other Room Dimensions: 13x4
  • Other Room 2 Dimensions: 14x7
  • Other Room 3 Dimensions: 9x8

Property History for 170 East Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2011806

$399,900
Feb 15, 2019

Sold

SCWMLS #1839119

Feb 1, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1310875242

Jan 23, 2019

Pending

SCWMLS #1839119

Aug 15, 2018

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #1839119

$51,656
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/02/2025

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2011806

$399,900
02/15/2019

Sold

SCWMLS #1839119

02/01/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1310875242

01/23/2019

Pending

SCWMLS #1839119

08/15/2018

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #1839119

$51,656

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

Public Records for 170 East Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$33,500Additions$122,300Total$155,800
Tax Record2024$1,477 ($123 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size14,767 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialCountySAUKAPN151 0007-00000

Schools near 170 East Main Street

This home is within Sauk Prairie School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Merrimac Community School
PublicPK to 5

Sauk Prairie Middle School
Public6 to 8

Sauk Prairie High School
Public9 to 12

Grand Avenue Elementary School
Public3 to 5

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170 East Main Street is a single family home for sale in Merrimac, WI 53561. This property was listed for sale on November 2, 2025 by American, REALTORS, it's currently listed at $399,900. It has been on the market for a total of 57 days and was last sold on February 15, 2019. This listing's school district is Sauk Prairie School District. Nearby schools include Merrimac Community School, Sauk Prairie Middle School and Sauk Prairie High School. 170 East Main Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,704 sqft single family home built in 1876.

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