5243 Illinois Road

Closed 8/31/20
Closed 8/31/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$352,500
2 beds1,250 sqft
5243 Illinois Rd, Eagle River, WI 54521
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.5 acresLot Size
$282/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Adorable home, boathouse w/living area, & not one but TWO garages on the Eagle River Chain is now up for the taking! Sitting on the quiet shores of the Wisconsin River, it screams peace & serenity while having access to all that the Chain offers within a short boat ride down the river. The 2BR/1.5BA ranch style home sits on a pancake LEVEL 1.5 acre lot & boasts 188' of sandy frontage where one can spend your days lakeside & your nights star gazing around the firepit. At 1,250 sq. ft. it features...Adorable home, boathouse w/living area, & not one but TWO garages on the Eagle River Chain is now up for the taking! Sitting on the quiet shores of the Wisconsin River, it screams peace & serenity while having access to all that the Chain offers within a short boat ride down the river. The 2BR/1.5BA ranch style home sits on a pancake LEVEL 1.5 acre lot & boasts 188' of sandy frontage where one can spend your days lakeside & your nights star gazing around the firepit. At 1,250 sq. ft. it features an updated kitchen w/stainless steel appliances, enclosed porch, & a toasty fireplace. The completely unfinished lower level is a blank canvas w/plenty of sq. ftg. for a future family room/additional sleeping space/hobby room. The dry boathouse is cute as a button w/an upper level living area & lower boat/toy storage. Something also worth mentioning is this parcel is zoned recreational. There is 2 detached garages one that would fit an RV. High Speed internet.
  • Listed by: JUDY BARR & ASSOCIATES 715.891.4918 judybarr@remax.net Brokerage DRE #937198 - 91 • RE/MAX PROPERTY PROS
Listing closed: 08/30/2020 07:00 PM • Source: Greater Northwoods MLS, MLS#: 185909

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$326,475

Avg days on market

53

Sale-to-list ratio

96.9%

Eagle River, WI

9 comparable properties found

$293,000 | 741 Rivers Edge Lane, Unit B, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/31
1

$293,000

Sold 06/27/25

2
Bedrooms
1,180
Square Feet
3.12
Acres

741 Rivers Edge Lane, Unit B, Eagle River, WI 54521

$404,000 | 1268 Nuthatch Lane, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/33
2

$404,000

Sold 04/13/26

2
Bedrooms
1,460
Square Feet
1.81
Acres

1268 Nuthatch Lane, Eagle River, WI 54521

$450,000 | 531 North Railroad Street, Eagle River, WI 54521
3

$450,000

Sold 06/01/26

2
Bedrooms
1,246
Square Feet
1
Acres

531 North Railroad Street, Eagle River, WI 54521

$305,000 | 5250 Highway 70, Unit C9, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/20
4

$305,000

Sold 08/29/25

2
Bedrooms
1,224
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres

5250 Highway 70, Unit C9, Eagle River, WI 54521

$349,900 | 740 Rivers Edge Lane, Unit D, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/30
5

$349,900

Sold 05/20/26

2
Bedrooms
1,152
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres

740 Rivers Edge Lane, Unit D, Eagle River, WI 54521

$300,000 | 407 Illinois Street, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/3
6

$300,000

Sold 12/03/25

3
Bedrooms
1,400
Square Feet
0.5
Acres

407 Illinois Street, Eagle River, WI 54521

$338,000 | 301 Christopher Street, Unit 301, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/26
7

$338,000

Sold 07/31/26

2
Bedrooms
1,328
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres

301 Christopher Street, Unit 301, Eagle River, WI 54521

$314,950 | 1415 Lincoln Drive, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/27
8

$314,950

Sold 09/15/26

2
Bedrooms
1,287
Square Feet
0.35
Acres

1415 Lincoln Drive, Eagle River, WI 54521

$305,000 | 319 North Birch Street, Eagle River, WI 54521
1/29
9

$305,000

Sold 01/02/26

2
Bedrooms
1,871
Square Feet
0.16
Acres

319 North Birch Street, Eagle River, WI 54521

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Property Information for 5243 Illinois Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,967 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Vilas County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Waterfront Features: River Front
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Recreational
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 1.50 AC / 65,340 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 45 north to a Left on Illinois Rd. Keep straight to fire number.
  • Latitude: 45.919949
  • Longitude: -89.289581
  • Township: VI Lincoln
  • Water Body Name: Wisconsin River
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 14-1462
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,967.00
  • Tax Year: 2019
School Information
  • Elementary School: VI Northland Pines-ER
  • High School: VI Northland Pines
  • Middle Or Junior School: VI Northland Pines
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Gravel, Detached, Garage, Driveway
Property
Lot Information
  • Frontage Length: 188.0
  • Frontage Length Remarks: 188
  • Frontage Type: River
  • Lot Features: Level, Private, Secluded, Wooded, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 154x450
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 65340.0
  • Public Survey Range: E10
  • Public Survey Section: 30
  • Public Survey Township: 40
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1250.0
  • Building Area Total: 1250.0
  • Living Area: 1250.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding, Boat House
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, In Basement
  • Water Heater: Propane
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 15x19'10
Room 2
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Level: First
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 7'8x10'4
Room 4
  • Type: Bathroom
  • Level: First
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 12'5x11'10
Room 6
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 13'5x10'4
Room 7
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 10x6'4
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 12'5x10'4
Room 9
  • Level: First
  • Dimensions: 9'6x9'4

Property History for 5243 Illinois Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 31, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1407402211

$352,500—
Aug 30, 2020

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #185909

$352,500—
Aug 30, 2020

Contingent

Greater Northwoods MLS #185909

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/31/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1407402211

$352,500
08/30/2020

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #185909

$352,500
08/30/2020

Contingent

Greater Northwoods MLS #185909

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Public Records for 5243 Illinois Road

Taxable ValueLand$152,900Additions$208,100Total$361,000
Tax Record2025$2,139 ($178 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size68,389 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyVILASAPN14-1462

Schools near 5243 Illinois Road

This home is within Northland Pines School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northland Pines Elementary-Eagle River
Public - PK to 6
Northland Pines High School
Public - 7 to 12
Northland Pines Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
School of Options & Applied Research High
Charter - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Northland Pines Elementary-Eagle River
PublicPK to 6

Northland Pines High School
Public7 to 12

Northland Pines Middle School
Public7 to 8

School of Options & Applied Research High
Charter8 to 12

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This home: 5243 Illinois Road, Eagle River, WI 54521
$352,500
2
1,250
65,340
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$160,000
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74,052
5239 Illinois Road, Eagle River, WI 54521
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204,296
5255 Illinois Road, Eagle River, WI 54521
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