8500 N River Rd

River Hills, WI 53217

$1,050,000
Price
5
Beds
4,440 Sq. Ft.
$236 / Sq. Ft.
4,440
Sq. Ft.
$236
per Sq. Ft.
Active With Offer
Active With Offer
Welcome Home!
Foyer
Foyer
Foyer
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Kitchen
Open Concept Living Room
Open concept kitchen
Kitchen
Island Seating
Kitchen
Dining Space
Dining Space
Dining Space
Dining Space
Sitting area
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Living Room
Vaulted Ceiling
Living Room
Living Room
Living room
Living Room
Living Room
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bedroom
Primary Bathroom
Primary Bathroom
Primary Bathroom
Primary Bathroom
Stairs to primary bedroom
Stairs to basement
Hallway closet
Basement family room
Basement
Basement family room
Basement family room
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Bedroom 3
Basement bathroom
Basement bathroom
Basement wine room
Wine Cellar Details
Basement wine room
Basement wine room
Office
Office
Office
Office
First floor bathroom
First floor bathroom
First floor bathroom
Back hallway to garage
Back hallway to garage
Back hallway to garage
3 Car Garage
3 Car Garage
Front Entrance
Front door details
Main patio
Main patio
Main patio
View of primary suite
Back patio
Back patio
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
Overhead property view
Roof over garage
Walkway to front entrance
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
8500 N River Rd
Lamp details
Front entry
Welcome home!

Description

Step into a rare fusion of artistry and architecture in this striking mid-century modern house, masterfully designed by prominent Milwaukee Architect James G. Plunkett as his personal residence. Set on a generous lot nestled seamlessly into the landscape, this home embodies organic architecture with clean lines, natural materials, and a timeless aesthetic. Walls of glass blur the boundaries between indoors and out, flooding the open-concept living spaces with natural light and framing serene views...Step into a rare fusion of artistry and architecture in this striking mid-century modern house, masterfully designed by prominent Milwaukee Architect James G. Plunkett as his personal residence. Set on a generous lot nestled seamlessly into the landscape, this home embodies organic architecture with clean lines, natural materials, and a timeless aesthetic. Walls of glass blur the boundaries between indoors and out, flooding the open-concept living spaces with natural light and framing serene views of the surrounding landscape. The heart of the home is open and spacious creating a warm, inviting ambiance. The kitchen, tastefully updated in harmony with the architectural heritage. This one-of-a-kind property is more than a homeit's a living piece of design history.
  1. Listed by HIGHMARK Real Estate - Jay Schmidt Group* • Brokerage DRE #937586-91 • Keller Williams Realty-Milwaukee North Shore
    P: (414)-517-7716 jayschmidt@kw.com

Property Details for 8500 North River Road

Architectural Style
Contemporary
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 06:46 PM

Property Details for 8500 North River Road

StatusActive With Offer
MLS #1922202
Days on Market168
Taxes$15,563 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle-Family
Year Built1972
Lot Size4.95 AC / 215,622 SF
CountyMilwaukee County

Location

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Building Information for 8500 North River Road

Stories-Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size4.95 AC / 215,622 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,414 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,118

Property Taxes

$1,297

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8500 North River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Latitude: 43.172645
  • Longitude: -87.931845
  • Postal Code: 53217
  • Zoning: RES
  • Zoning Description: RES
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.5
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Heated, Electric Door Opener, Paved
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 0519989002
  • Tax Annual Amount: $15,563
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • Elementary School: Indian Hill
  • High School: Nicolet
  • High School District: Maple Dale-Indian Hill
  • Middle Or Junior School: Maple Dale
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2635.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1805.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Source: Public Records
  • Building Area Total: 4440.0
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.95
  • Lot Size Area: 4.95
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 215622.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Exclusions: Seller's personal property and staging furniture
  • Inclusions: All major appliances
  • Year Built: 1972
Utilites
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Oven, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Partial, Block, Sump Pump
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Wood, Stucco
  • Fireplace Features: Natural Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Wood Floors, Simulated Wood Floors
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
  • Levels: Multi-Level
  • Property sp Information co Est sp Total sp Sq sp Ft: 4440.0
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 32 x 18
  • Room Length: 32.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living/Great Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 32 x 15
  • Room Length: 32.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 24 x 18
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 38 x 14
  • Room Length: 38.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 15 x 11
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Room Dimensions: 10 x 8
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 8.0

Property History for 8500 North River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 15, 2025

Contingent

MetroMLS #1922202

—
Dec 10, 2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,050,000—
Sep 11, 2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,180,000—
Jul 18, 2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,199,000—
Jul 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,270,000—
Dec 3, 2024

Off Market

MetroMLS #1878562

$1,499,000—
Jun 7, 2024

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1878562

$1,777,000—
Jul 9, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1466025904

—
Jul 9, 2021

Sold

MetroMLS #1734593

—
Jun 14, 2021

Pending

MetroMLS #1734593

—
May 1, 2021

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1734593

$789,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/15/2025

Contingent

MetroMLS #1922202

—
12/10/2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,050,000
09/11/2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,180,000
07/18/2025

Price Change

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,199,000
07/01/2025

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1922202

$1,270,000
12/03/2024

Off Market

MetroMLS #1878562

$1,499,000
06/07/2024

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1878562

$1,777,000
07/09/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1466025904

—
07/09/2021

Sold

MetroMLS #1734593

—
06/14/2021

Pending

MetroMLS #1734593

—
05/01/2021

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1734593

$789,900

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

Public Records for 8500 North River Road

Taxable ValueLand$378,800Additions$293,800Total$672,600
Tax Record2024$15,154 ($1,263 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size206,779 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyMILWAUKEEAPN051-9989-002

Schools near 8500 North River Road

This home is within Maple Dale-Indian Hill School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Indian Hill Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Maple Dale Elementary School
Public - 4 to 8
Nicolet High School
Public - 9 to 12
New World Montessori School
Private - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Indian Hill Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Maple Dale Elementary School
Public4 to 8

Nicolet High School
Public9 to 12

New World Montessori School
PrivatePK to 6

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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