5936 N 42nd St

1,750 Sq. Ft.
$131 / Sq. Ft.
1,750
Sq. Ft.
$131
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Fully updated Cape Cod offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern finishes throughout. This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features a brand-new kitchen complete with a spacious island, stylish cabinetry, updated countertops, and modern fixtures--ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Every inch of the property has been thoughtfully refreshed with new finishes throughout, providing a clean, cohesive, and move-in-ready experience.Fully updated Cape Cod offering the perfect blend of classic charm and modern finishes throughout. This beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home features a brand-new kitchen complete with a spacious island, stylish cabinetry, updated countertops, and modern fixtures--ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Every inch of the property has been thoughtfully refreshed with new finishes throughout, providing a clean, cohesive, and move-in-ready experience.

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Property Details for 5936 North 42nd Street

Architectural Style
Cape Cod
LISTING UPDATED: 03/04/2026 05:15 PM

Property Details for 5936 North 42nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #1952261
Days on Market8
Taxes$3,283 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
CountyMilwaukee County
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Building Information for 5936 North 42nd Street

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

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Property Information for 5936 North 42nd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Accessibility Features: Open Floor Plan, Full Bath on Main Level, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Latitude: 43.125634
  • Longitude: -87.964273
  • Postal Code: 53209
  • Zoning: RS6 Residential
  • Zoning Description: RS6 Residential
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 1719746108 4
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,283
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School District: Milwaukee
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Blueprint
  • Building Area Total: 1750.0
  • Lot Features: Sidewalk, Near Public Transit
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Lot Size Area: 0.16
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6969.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Exclusions: N/A
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove, Dishwasher
  • Year Built: 1951
Utilites
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Construction Materials: Steel Siding, Aluminum Siding, Wood, Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: 15 Story
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Total sp Sq sp Ft: 1750.0
  • Rooms Total: 0

Property History for 5936 North 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1952261

$229,900
Dec 12, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924235810

Jun 10, 2019

Off Market

MetroMLS #1629260

$67,500
Apr 1, 2019

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1629260

$67,500
Jan 3, 2001

Sold

MetroMLS #526012

Jan 3, 2001

Pending

MetroMLS #526012

Dec 29, 2000

Sold

MetroMLS #526012

Oct 4, 2000

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #526012

$66,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/03/2026

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1952261

$229,900
12/12/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924235810

06/10/2019

Off Market

MetroMLS #1629260

$67,500
04/01/2019

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1629260

$67,500
01/03/2001

Sold

MetroMLS #526012

01/03/2001

Pending

MetroMLS #526012

12/29/2000

Sold

MetroMLS #526012

10/04/2000

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #526012

$66,900

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

Public Records for 5936 North 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,700Additions$142,300Total$147,000
Tax Record2024$3,283 ($274 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,129 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,129 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,100 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951ZoningRS6CountyMILWAUKEEAPN171-9746-100

Schools near 5936 North 42nd Street

This home is within Milwaukee School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 12
Public - PK to 5
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thurston Woods Campus
PublicPK to 8

Hawthorne School
PublicPK to 5

Green Tree Preparatory Academy
Charter6 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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5936 North 42nd Street is a single family home for sale in Milwaukee, WI 53209. This property was listed for sale on March 3, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $229,900. It has been on the market for a total of 8 days and was last sold on December 12, 2025. This listing's school district is Milwaukee School District. Nearby schools include Thurston Woods Campus, Barack Obama School of Career and Technical Education and Hawthorne School. 5936 North 42nd Street is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,750 sqft single family home built in 1951.

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