2801 E Rhode Island Ave

1,060 Sq. Ft.
$368 / Sq. Ft.
1,060
Sq. Ft.
$368
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this beautifully updated move-in-ready ranch just one block from Lake Michigan! Refinished hardwood floors and a smart, efficient layout make great use of space. The renovated kitchen features modern finishes and newer appliances. The finished basement adds extra living space, a bar area, office nook, and room for a workout or entertainment zone. New air conditioner and water heater. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard with a fire pit and plenty of room to gather. Rare detached...Welcome to this beautifully updated move-in-ready ranch just one block from Lake Michigan! Refinished hardwood floors and a smart, efficient layout make great use of space. The renovated kitchen features modern finishes and newer appliances. The finished basement adds extra living space, a bar area, office nook, and room for a workout or entertainment zone. New air conditioner and water heater. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard with a fire pit and plenty of room to gather. Rare detached 1.5-car garage that is dual entry with the back portion for extra storage or a flexible outdoor hangout area. Gated addt'l private parking. Prime Bayview location near parks, the lakefront, and the shops and restaurants along Kinnickinnic Ave. Great Condo alternative! Updates listed in MLS Docs

Listing Agent

  1. Nicole Johnson

    Nicole Johnson

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Property Details for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 03/19/2026 02:18 AM

Property Details for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #1953923
Days on Market1
Taxes$7,862 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyMilwaukee County
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Building Information for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

Stories-Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

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Property Information for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Accessibility Features: Full Bath on Main Level, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Directions: Oklahoma Avenue to Illinois. South on Illinois to Rhode Island Avenue.
  • Latitude: 42.986256
  • Longitude: -87.874508
  • Postal Code: 53207
  • Zoning: RES Single Fam
  • Zoning Description: RES Single Fam
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Electric Door Opener, Paved, Parking Space
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 5411123000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,862
  • Tax Year: 2025
School Information
  • High School District: Milwaukee
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 727.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 333.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 1060.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalk, Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5662.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Exclusions: The Sellers Personal Property, the Floating Shelf Above the Bar in the Lower Level, the Freezer in the Garage, the Shelving in the Unfinished Part of the Basement, the Free-standing Privacy Garden Planter, and the Outdoor Decorative String Lights.
  • Inclusions: All Kitchen Appliances, Washer and Dryer, Cabinets in the Garage, Extra box of Siding in the Garage.
  • Year Built: 1949
Utilites
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood Floors, Simulated Wood Floors
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Total sp Sq sp Ft: 1060.0
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Unfin sp Below sp Gr sp Sq sp Ft: 299.0
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 9
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living/Great Room
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 14 x 14
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 9 x 10
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 27 x 11
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 7 x 5
  • Room Length: 7.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11 x 8
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 8.0

Property History for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1953923

$389,900
Aug 30, 2023

Sold

MetroMLS #1843770

Aug 25, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517791875

Aug 7, 2023

Pending

MetroMLS #1843770

Jul 28, 2023

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1843770

$329,000
Sep 4, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #660006658

Sep 4, 2019

Sold

MetroMLS #1651795

Aug 20, 2019

Pending

MetroMLS #1651795

Aug 2, 2019

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1651795

$166,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1953923

$389,900
08/30/2023

Sold

MetroMLS #1843770

08/25/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517791875

08/07/2023

Pending

MetroMLS #1843770

07/28/2023

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1843770

$329,000
09/04/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #660006658

09/04/2019

Sold

MetroMLS #1651795

08/20/2019

Pending

MetroMLS #1651795

08/02/2019

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1651795

$166,900

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

Public Records for 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$50,500Additions$264,500Total$315,000
Tax Record2024$6,854 ($571 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt727 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt727 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949ZoningRS6CountyMILWAUKEEAPN541-1123-000

Schools near 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue

This home is within Milwaukee School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Fernwood Montessori School
PublicPK to 8

Bay View Middle and High School
Public9 to 12

Trowbridge Street School
PublicPK to 8

Clement Avenue 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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2801 East Rhode Island Avenue is a single family home for sale in Milwaukee, WI 53207. This property was listed for sale on March 19, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $389,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on August 30, 2023. This listing's school district is Milwaukee School District. Nearby schools include Fernwood Montessori School, Bay View Middle and High School and Trowbridge Street School. 2801 East Rhode Island Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,060 sqft single family home built in 1949.

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