523 N 5th St

2,352 Sq. Ft.
$101 / Sq. Ft.
2,352
Sq. Ft.
$101
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spacious, updated, and rich in history--this 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,300 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space in a highly desirable north side neighborhood. Step inside to find gorgeous wood floors, generous room sizes, and a modern kitchen with a pantry--perfect for everyday living. Adding to its unique appeal, this historic property was once home of Manitowoc's first mayor and has also served as a duplex in its past. With laundry hook-ups in each unit, it presents an excellent...Spacious, updated, and rich in history--this 5-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,300 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space in a highly desirable north side neighborhood. Step inside to find gorgeous wood floors, generous room sizes, and a modern kitchen with a pantry--perfect for everyday living. Adding to its unique appeal, this historic property was once home of Manitowoc's first mayor and has also served as a duplex in its past. With laundry hook-ups in each unit, it presents an excellent opportunity for multigenerational living or rental income. Enjoy 1/3-acre lot, fenced yard, and spacious deck for outdoor gatherings. An oversized garage provides ample storage. Location is everything--just minutes from Lake Michigan, Mariners Trail, the YMCA and the Marina.
  1. Listed by Matthew Mueller • Brokerage DRE #6849-91 • Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group~Manitowoc
    P: (920)-242-6550 C: (920)-242-6550 mattmuellersells@gmail.com

Property Details for 523 North 5th Street

Architectural Style
Farm House, Other
LISTING UPDATED: 03/05/2026 06:46 PM

Property Details for 523 North 5th Street

StatusActive With Offer
MLS #1952070
Days on Market4
Taxes$3,020 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1853
Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF
CountyManitowoc County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group~Manitowoc
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Building Information for 523 North 5th Street

Stories-Year Built1853Building Size-Lot Size0.34 AC / 14,810 SF

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Property Information for 523 North 5th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Accessibility Features: Laundry on Main Level, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Latitude: 44.098046
  • Longitude: -87.65312
  • Postal Code: 54220
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 000110090
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,020
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Lincoln
  • High School District: Manitowoc
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 2352.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk, Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Size Area: 0.34
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 14810.4
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1853
Utilites
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl, Low Maintenance Trim
  • Flooring: Wood Floors
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Pantry, High Speed Internet
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Total sp Sq sp Ft: 2352.0
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 13.6 x 12.4
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living/Great Room
  • Room Width: 12.4
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 17.1 x 12.11
  • Room Length: 17.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.11
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 11.9
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.9
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12.7
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.7
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 12.2 x 10.8
  • Room Length: 12.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.8
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 13.6 x 6.1
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Room Width: 6.1
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 15.6 x 13.6
  • Room Length: 15.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 19.1 x 13.5
  • Room Length: 19.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 9.9 x 9.8
  • Room Length: 9.9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 9.8
Room 10
  • Room Dimensions: 14.8 x 11.5
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 11.5
Room 11
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Laundry

Property History for 523 North 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2026

Contingent

MetroMLS #1952070

Mar 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1952070

$236,500
May 23, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #430457016

May 23, 2008

Sold

MetroMLS #978590

May 23, 2008

Off Market

MetroMLS #978599

$89,900
Apr 7, 2008

Pending

MetroMLS #978590

Nov 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #978599

$89,900
Nov 16, 2007

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #978590

$89,900
Apr 30, 2000

Off Market

MetroMLS #483490

$88,000
Feb 3, 2000

Sold

MetroMLS #483497

Feb 3, 2000

Pending

MetroMLS #483497

Jan 31, 2000

Sold

MetroMLS #930380

Jan 31, 2000

Sold

MetroMLS #930381

Jan 31, 2000

Pending

MetroMLS #930380

Jan 31, 2000

Pending

MetroMLS #930381

Jan 31, 2000

Sold

MetroMLS #483497

Oct 8, 1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #483490

$88,000
Oct 8, 1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #483497

$88,000
Oct 4, 1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #930381

$88,000
Oct 4, 1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #930380

$88,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2026

Contingent

MetroMLS #1952070

03/02/2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1952070

$236,500
05/23/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #430457016

05/23/2008

Sold

MetroMLS #978590

05/23/2008

Off Market

MetroMLS #978599

$89,900
04/07/2008

Pending

MetroMLS #978590

11/16/2007

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #978599

$89,900
11/16/2007

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #978590

$89,900
04/30/2000

Off Market

MetroMLS #483490

$88,000
02/03/2000

Sold

MetroMLS #483497

02/03/2000

Pending

MetroMLS #483497

01/31/2000

Sold

MetroMLS #930380

01/31/2000

Sold

MetroMLS #930381

01/31/2000

Pending

MetroMLS #930380

01/31/2000

Pending

MetroMLS #930381

01/31/2000

Sold

MetroMLS #483497

10/08/1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #483490

$88,000
10/08/1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #483497

$88,000
10/04/1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #930381

$88,000
10/04/1999

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #930380

$88,000

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

Public Records for 523 North 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$28,000Additions$221,000Total$249,000
Tax Record2025$3,587 ($299 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,352 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,128 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,002 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1853CountyMANITOWOCAPN52-000-110-090.00

Schools near 523 North 5th Street

This home is within Manitowoc School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 1 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Madison Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Wilson Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Lincoln High School
Public9 to 12

Mckinley Academy
Charter1 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group~Manitowoc

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