455 Melvin Ave

Racine, WI 53402

$195,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,692 Sq. Ft.
$115 / Sq. Ft.
1,692
Sq. Ft.
$115
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/3/21
Closed 8/3/21

Description

Outstanding opportunity awaits you in this 3 bedroom traditional style home located in one of Racine's most sought after areas. Just a short walk to Lake Michigan Beach and close to the Racine Zoo. As you approach the property, you will be awed by the curb appeal and it doesn't stop there. The living room/dining combination filled with sunshine is perfect for relaxing or enjoying a meal. The kitchen with convenient pantry to keep all your food staples organized is adjacent to the dining room. There's...Outstanding opportunity awaits you in this 3 bedroom traditional style home located in one of Racine's most sought after areas. Just a short walk to Lake Michigan Beach and close to the Racine Zoo. As you approach the property, you will be awed by the curb appeal and it doesn't stop there. The living room/dining combination filled with sunshine is perfect for relaxing or enjoying a meal. The kitchen with convenient pantry to keep all your food staples organized is adjacent to the dining room. There's even table space for morning coffee. Relax in the cozy den with hardwood flooring or feel the warmth of the wood burning fireplace as you curl up with a favorite book. All bedrooms are located on the upper level and the lovely backyard can be viewed from the balcony deck. You'll appreciate summer evenings on the delightful screened porch with access to the nicely landscaped backyard. The laundry area is in the partially finished basement. There's also a detached 2 car garage. So many possibilities to make this home your own with just some TLC. Just bring your creative self. The owner has enjoyed this charmer for over 30 years and is now offering it to another family to make their own memories.
  1. Listed by Anna Marie Henry • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    P: (847)-997-3356 C: (847)-997-3356 amhenry@bhhschicago.com

Property Details for 455 Melvin Avenue

Area
WI-Mt.Pleasant / Racine
Township
Racine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING CLOSED: 08/03/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 455 Melvin Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #11135848
Days on Market5
Taxes$5,067 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family / Detached Single
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
CountyRacine County
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Building Information for 455 Melvin Avenue

Stories-Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

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Property Information for 455 Melvin Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: RacUn
  • Elementary School: Jerstad-Agerholm
  • Jr High Middle School: Jerstad-Agerholm
  • High School: Horlick
  • Middle Or Junior School District: RACUN
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: N/A
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 42.755248
  • Longitude: -87.785679
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 4079
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatmnt, Some Wood Floors, Dining Combo, Drapes/Blinds
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: Blinds,Shutters,Window Treatments
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Crawl
  • Dining Room: L-shaped
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Den/Library
  • Room Type: Screened Porch, Den, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Porch Screened
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1692
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1692
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1692
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1692
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Sidewalks
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 60X120
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6969.6
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Construction: Brick, Wood
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • South Coordinate: 159
  • East Coordinate: 68
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1692.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 1692
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • LotSizeArea: 0.16
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Source: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Documents Count: 3
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2021-06-25T15:41:04
  • Photos Count: 15
  • Rural: N
Miscellaneous
  • Current Use: Subdivision
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 06-26-2021
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 2nd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 9X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • 3rd Bedroom Window Treatments: Blinds
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Dining Room Window Treatments: None
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X10
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Pantry
  • Kitchen Flooring: Parquet
  • Kitchen Window Treatments: None
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X16
Laundry Information
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Flooring: Other
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Carpet
  • Living Room Window Treatments: Window Treatments
  • Living Room Dimensions: 12X21
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Other
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Hardwood
  • Addtl Room 2 Window Treatments: Blinds
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Other
Balcony/Porch/Lanai Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Dimensions: 6X15
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Dimensions: 9X19
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 8X15

Property History for 455 Melvin Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2021

Sold

MRED #11135848

$195,000—
Aug 3, 2021

Sold

MetroMLS #1748746

$195,000—
Aug 2, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468298285

$195,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2021

Sold

MRED #11135848

$195,000
08/03/2021

Sold

MetroMLS #1748746

$195,000
08/02/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468298285

$195,000

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

Public Records for 455 Melvin Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$30,000Additions$256,500Total$286,500
Tax Record2025$7,947 ($662 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,692 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,692 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,187 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1950ZoningR2CountyRACINEAPN276 000005149000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 455 Melvin Avenue

This home is within Racine Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Jerstad-Agerholm Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Horlick High School
Public - 9 to 12
Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Red Apple Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Jerstad-Agerholm Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Horlick High School
Public9 to 12

Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School
Public6 to 8

Red Apple Elementary School
PublicK to 6

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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