521 Wells St

1,913 Sq. Ft.
$170 / Sq. Ft.
1,913
Sq. Ft.
$170
per Sq. Ft.

Description

More space than meets the eye! This inviting Rio home offers a surprisingly open and spacious interior surrounded by mature trees for a private, tucked-away feel right in town. The expansive main living area is filled with natural light from walls of windows and anchored by a striking brick fireplace with a real wood-burning insert ($7,000 upgrade) creating a warm focal point for the open living and dining spaces. Rich wood-look flooring flows throughout much of the main level, while the flexible...More space than meets the eye! This inviting Rio home offers a surprisingly open and spacious interior surrounded by mature trees for a private, tucked-away feel right in town. The expansive main living area is filled with natural light from walls of windows and anchored by a striking brick fireplace with a real wood-burning insert ($7,000 upgrade) creating a warm focal point for the open living and dining spaces. Rich wood-look flooring flows throughout much of the main level, while the flexible layout offers plenty of room to make the space your own. Outside, mature trees frame the property and provide a peaceful backdrop, while an attached lower-level garage plus a large detached garage/shop offer exceptional space for vehicles, hobbies, storage, or projects. & Did you see that custom built bar in the basement? Welcome home!
  1. Listed by Mary Ramsey • EXP Realty, LLC • Pref: 608-617-5466

Property Details for 521 Wells Street

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/15/2026 03:13 AM

Property Details for 521 Wells Street

StatusActive
MLS #2028048
Days on Market1
Taxes$4,379 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / 1 story
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF
CountyColumbia County

Location

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Building Information for 521 Wells Street

Stories-Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.45 AC / 19,602 SF

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Property Information for 521 Wells Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • C/T/V: Village
  • County: Columbia
  • County Qtr Section: Columbia SE
  • Directions: Hwy 16 to Rio, north on Lincoln St, left on Athens to property at the junction of Athens and Wells.
  • Location: RIO - V
  • Mailing City: Rio
  • Municipality: Rio
  • State: WI
  • Zip: 53960
Parking
  • Driveway: Paved, Gravel
  • Garage: Attached, Detached, 4+ car, Workshop
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 4
School Information
  • Elementary: Rio
  • High School: Rio
  • Middle School: Rio
  • School District: Rio
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Net Taxes: $4,379.00
  • Parcel ID: 11177 326.B
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Class: Single Family
  • Improvements: 194600
  • Land Assess: $28,000.00
  • Total Assess: $222,600.00
  • Total Assess Year: 2025
  • Type: 1 story
  • Year Built: 1959
Lot Information
  • Acres Source: Assessor
  • Estimated Total Acres: 0.45
  • Farm: No
  • Finished Above Grade SqFt: 1427
  • Finished Part/All Below Grd SF: 486
  • Finished SqFt: 1913
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
  • Fuel: Natural gas
  • Water/Waste: Municipal water, Municipal sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Fireplace: Wood, 2 fireplaces
Interior Features
  • Items Included: All appliances and water softener
  • Items Excluded: Sellers personal belongings
  • Basement: Full, Walkout to yard, Partially finished, 8'+ Ceiling, Block foundation, Basement storage
  • Heating/Cooling: Forced air, Central air
  • Interior Features: Washer, Dryer, Water softener inc, At Least 1 tub, Bar-Refrigerator, Ceiling Fan(s)
Room Information
Bathrooms
  • Full Baths Upper: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Total: 2
  • 1/2 Baths Main: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Total: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 1
  • 1/2 Baths Lower: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.00
Bedrooms
  • Primary BedRoom Lvl: M
  • Bedroom 2 Level: M
  • Bedroom 3 Level: M
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Above Grade Bedroom Count: 3
  • Primary Bed Dimensions: 12x15
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 14x14
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12x9
  • Primary Bed Bath: None
Dining Room
  • Dining Area Dimensions: 17x10
  • Dining Area Level: M
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 10x10
  • Dining Room Level: M
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19x16
  • Family Room Level: L
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11x10
  • Kitchen Features: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Kitchen Level: M
Laundry
  • Laundry Level: L
Living Room
  • Living/Great Dimensions: 15x20
  • Living/Great Room Level: M
Other Rooms
  • Other Room: Rec Room
  • Other Room Level: L
  • Other Room Dimensions: 14x16

Property History for 521 Wells Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2028048

$325,000
Jul 9, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475692993

Jul 9, 2021

Sold

SCWMLS #1910995

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/14/2026

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2028048

$325,000
07/09/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475692993

07/09/2021

Sold

SCWMLS #1910995

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Public Records for 521 Wells Street

Taxable ValueLand$28,000Additions$194,600Total$222,600
Tax Record2025$4,379 ($365 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size19,602 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyCOLUMBIAAPN11177-326.B

Schools near 521 Wells Street

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

Rio Middle/High School
Public6 to 12

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521 Wells Street is a single family home for sale in Rio, WI 53960. This property was listed for sale on July 14, 2026 by EXP Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $325,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on July 9, 2021. This listing's school district is Rio Community School District. Nearby schools include Rio Elementary School and Rio Middle/High School. 521 Wells Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,913 sqft single family home built in 1959.

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