Last Sold Price
3 beds1,513 sqft$116/sqft
8447 Desperation Rd, Mercer, WI 54547

Description

Long Lake - 8447 Desperation Road, Oma - Northwoods chalet style year round home having 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main level features an open living concept with living area having a nice fireplace, large lakefront windows offering a nice view of Long Lake, while dining, cooking in the kitchen or relaxing in the living area and 2 bedrooms. There is a loft with a large bedroom. The walk out lower level has a rec room with another fireplace, bathroom and large utility room with laundry area....Long Lake - 8447 Desperation Road, Oma - Northwoods chalet style year round home having 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The main level features an open living concept with living area having a nice fireplace, large lakefront windows offering a nice view of Long Lake, while dining, cooking in the kitchen or relaxing in the living area and 2 bedrooms. There is a loft with a large bedroom. The walk out lower level has a rec room with another fireplace, bathroom and large utility room with laundry area. Outside is a detached 2 car garage. There is also a lakeside wrap around deck great for patio furniture or grilling. You will have plenty of room with 494 feet shoreline on Long Lake with a new floating pier and 5.17 acres of land. Located near the ski hills and snowmobile trails.
LISTING CLOSED: 01/11/2018 06:00 PM

  1. Listed by KATHY TUTT • RE/MAX ACTION NORTHWOODS REALTY, LLC
    P: (715) 776-3555 kathytutt@remax.net

Property Details for 8447 Desperation Road

Status
MLS #
168276
Days on Market
89
Taxes
$3,313 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
-
Lot Size
5.17 AC / 225,205 SF
Architectural Style
Chalet Alpine, One And One Half Story
Has View
Yes
Waterfront Features
Lake Front
Has Waterfront
Yes
Zoning Description
Residential

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$189,600

Avg days on market

82

Sale-to-list ratio

86.7%

[Mercer, WI]

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Location

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Building Information for 8447 Desperation Road

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size5.17 AC / 225,205 SF

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Property Information for 8447 Desperation Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy 51 N to J, Go 1 Mile to Left on H, Go 5.2 Miles to Straight on Hwy G (East, Go 2.9 Miles to Left on Collins Road then 1 Mile to Right on Desperation Road, Go 0.6 Miles to Left at #8447.
  • Latitude: 46.282775
  • Longitude: -90.031177
  • Township: IR Oma
  • Water Body Name: LONG
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,313.00
  • Tax Year: 2016
School Information
  • Elementary School: IR Mercer
  • High School: IR Mercer
  • Middle Or Junior School: IR Mercer
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Driveway
  • Parking Total: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Frontage Length: 494.0
  • Frontage Length Remarks: 494
  • Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • Lot Features: Level, Private, Secluded, Wooded, Waterfront
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 225205.0
  • Public Survey Range: 4E
  • Public Survey Section: 19
  • Public Survey Township: 44N
  • Road Frontage Type: Unimproved
  • Road Surface Type: Unimproved
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 890.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 623.0
  • Building Area Total: 1513.0
  • Current Use: Hunting
  • Living Area: 1513.0
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Frame
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Park
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry, Wood Burning
  • Total Fireplaces: 2
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Water Heater: Electric
Room Information
Room 1
  • Dimensions: 11x11
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bedroom
Room 2
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 3
  • Dimensions: 21x10
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Utility Room
Room 4
  • Dimensions: 18x11
  • Level: First
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bathroom
Room 6
  • Dimensions: 23x16
  • Level: Basement
Room 7
  • Dimensions: 15x14
  • Level: First
  • Type: Living Room
Room 8
  • Dimensions: 16x11
  • Level: Second
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 9
  • Dimensions: 11x11
  • Level: First
  • Type: Bedroom

Property History for 8447 Desperation Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 11, 2018

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #168276

$175,000
Jan 8, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1280558656

$175,000
Jan 4, 2018

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #168276

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/11/2018

Sold

Greater Northwoods MLS #168276

$175,000
01/08/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1280558656

$175,000
01/04/2018

Pending

Greater Northwoods MLS #168276

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Public Records for 8447 Desperation Road

Taxable ValueLand$162,300Additions$157,300Total$319,600
Tax Record2025$2,941 ($245 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size225,205 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyIRONAPN14-0932-0100

Schools near 8447 Desperation Road

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

Hurley High School
Public6 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8447 Desperation Road, Mercer, WI 54547
$175,000
3
1,513
225,205
$120,000
2,103,948
$515,000
3
2,725
237,838
$120,000
3
924
348,480
$43,000
1,437,480
1,437,480

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