2172 W Forest Home Ave

1,299 Sq. Ft.
$177 / Sq. Ft.
1,299
Sq. Ft.
$177
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Thoughtfully refreshed with modern updates throughout, this inviting 4-bedroom home offers a flexible layout with 2 bedrooms on the main level & 2 upstairs, making it well-suited for a variety of living arrangements. The property has been updated inside & out with new flooring, fresh paint, updated siding, windows, fixtures, a modernized kitchen & an updated bath, creating a bright & welcoming atmosphere. Currently rented for $1,795 per month with a lease through April 1, 2026, this home provides...Thoughtfully refreshed with modern updates throughout, this inviting 4-bedroom home offers a flexible layout with 2 bedrooms on the main level & 2 upstairs, making it well-suited for a variety of living arrangements. The property has been updated inside & out with new flooring, fresh paint, updated siding, windows, fixtures, a modernized kitchen & an updated bath, creating a bright & welcoming atmosphere. Currently rented for $1,795 per month with a lease through April 1, 2026, this home provides immediate rental income for investors while still offering future flexibility for an owner-occupant. Located in Milwaukee's Forest Home Hills neighborhood on the south side, the home is close to Holler House, Historic Forest Home Cemetery,St. Luke's Hospital & the shops & dining on S 27th St.
  1. Listed by Holly T Speranza • Brokerage DRE #937586-91 • Keller Williams-MNS Wauwatosa
    P: (414)-517-3387 C: (414)-517-3387 hollysperanza@kw.com

Property Details for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

Architectural Style
Bungalow, Other
LISTING UPDATED: 01/16/2026 04:55 PM

Property Details for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #1947637
Days on Market11
Taxes$2,875 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1919
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyMilwaukee County

Location

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Building Information for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

Stories-Year Built1919Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,360 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,120

Property Taxes

$240

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Accessibility Features: Full Bath on Main Level, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Directions: N on S 35th St to W Forest Home Ave. Home is on north side of street.
  • Latitude: 43.005071
  • Longitude: -87.941786
  • Postal Code: 53215
  • Zoning: RT4
  • Zoning Description: RT4
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
  • Garage: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 4703310000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,875
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School District: Milwaukee
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 1299.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Lot Size Area: 0.11
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4791.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Exclusions: Seller's and Tenants' personal items.
  • Inclusions: None.
  • Year Built: 1919
Utilites
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl, Other
  • Flooring: Simulated Wood Floors
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: 15 Story
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Total sp Sq sp Ft: 1299.0
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 17 x 10
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living/Great Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 12
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 13
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 14
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 20 x 15
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 8
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 12
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 12.0

Property History for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 16, 2026

Price Change

MetroMLS #1947637

$229,900
Jan 16, 2026

Price Change

MetroMLS #1947637

$2,299,000
Jan 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1947637

$229,900
Aug 7, 2025

Off Market

MetroMLS #1928027

$219,900
Jul 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1928027

$219,900
May 22, 2025

Off Market

MetroMLS #1908791

$109,900
Mar 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1908791

$109,900
Feb 28, 2025

Sold

MetroMLS #1905863

Feb 5, 2025

Pending

MetroMLS #1905863

Feb 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1905863

$99,900
Jan 22, 2005

Off Market

MetroMLS #711117

$78,900
Jul 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #711117

$84,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/16/2026

Price Change

MetroMLS #1947637

$229,900
01/16/2026

Price Change

MetroMLS #1947637

$2,299,000
01/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1947637

$229,900
08/07/2025

Off Market

MetroMLS #1928027

$219,900
07/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1928027

$219,900
05/22/2025

Off Market

MetroMLS #1908791

$109,900
03/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1908791

$109,900
02/28/2025

Sold

MetroMLS #1905863

02/05/2025

Pending

MetroMLS #1905863

02/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1905863

$99,900
01/22/2005

Off Market

MetroMLS #711117

$78,900
07/24/2004

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #711117

$84,900

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

Public Records for 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$9,600Additions$119,600Total$129,200
Tax Record2024$4,542 ($378 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,299 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,299 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,860 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1919ZoningRT4CountyMILWAUKEEAPN470-3310-000

Schools near 2172 West Forest Home Avenue

This home is within Milwaukee School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 6 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rogers Street Academy
PublicPK to 8

Lad Lake Synergy School
Public6 to 12

Lincoln Avenue School
PublicPK to 5

Mitchell Integrated Arts School
PublicPK to 8

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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2172 West Forest Home Avenue is a single family home for sale in Milwaukee, WI 53215. This property was listed for sale on January 16, 2026 by Keller Williams-MNS Wauwatosa, it's currently listed at $229,900. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on February 28, 2025. This listing's school district is Milwaukee School District. Nearby schools include Rogers Street Academy, Lad Lake Synergy School and Lincoln Avenue School. 2172 West Forest Home Avenue is a 4-bed, 1-bath, 1,299 sqft single family home built in 1919.

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