249 E Ward STREET
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Bay View- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,092 sqft
$220,000
Last Sold: Jul 14, 2026
3% below list $227K
$201/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,504/mo*
$220,000
Last Sold: Jul 14, 2026
3% below list $227K
$201/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,504/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,092 sqft
Local Information
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Description
Opportunity awaits in the heart of Bay View! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is perfect for owner occupancy or as a prime rental property in one of Milwaukee's hottest neighborhoods. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room, dining room with built-in cabinets, & a kitchen with pantry area for added storage. The finished upper loft offers flexible bonus space ideal for a home office, creative studio, lounge area, or whatever fits your lifestyle. Enjoy a fenced yard, parking for 1 car, and a location that puts restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and all Bay View has to offer within walking distance. A great opportunity to make it your own or add to your investment portfolio! 2020-mostly all new windows, roof &b gutters. 2019-boiler heated hot water system. 2023-Chimney liner. 2023-kitchen floor.
249 E Ward STREET, Milwaukee, WI 53207 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,092 sqft single-family home in Bay View, built in 1900. It last sold for $220,000 on Jul 14, 2026 (3% below the $227,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $226,700, with a rent estimate of $1,707/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$201/sqft
Listed
60 days ago
Home Details for 249 E Ward STREET
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Block,FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1092 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Dryer, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Radiant/Hot WaterHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One and One HalfFloors: Wood |
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Exterior Home Features Fencing: Fenced Yard |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: No Garage,1 Space |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1900 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other |
Building Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Aluminum/Steel, Aluminum TrimNot a New Construction |
Property Information Condition: 21+ YearsNot Included in Sale: Tenant's/Seller's Personal PropertyIncluded in Sale: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerParcel Number: 4660849000 |
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Price List Price: $227,000Price Per Sqft: $201/sqft |
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Direction & Address City: Milwaukee |
School Information Elementary School District: MilwaukeeJr High / Middle School District: MilwaukeeHigh School District: Milwaukee |
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Building Area Building Area: 1092 Square Feet |
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Association for this Listing: Metro MLS |
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Lot Area: 2178 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Arms Length |
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BasementMls Number: 1962667Living Area Range: 1001-1250Living Area Range Units: Square FeetMunicipality: MilwaukeeAttic: Expandable |
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Source Internet Entire Listing Display |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Cory Talaska, (414) 943-0671
EXP Realty, LLC MKE
Bought with: Gabriella Clemens
Originating MLS: Metro MLS
Source: WIREX MLS, MLS#1962667

Price History for 249 E Ward STREET
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 07/14/2026 | $220,000 | Sold | WIREX MLS #1962667 |
| 06/07/2026 | $227,000 | Contingent | WIREX MLS #1962667 |
| 06/01/2026 | $227,000 | PriceChange | WIREX MLS #1962667 |
| 05/15/2026 | $234,900 | Listed For Sale | eXp Realty #1962667 |
| 09/30/2019 | $118,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 07/24/2019 | $134,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 06/29/2019 | $149,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 11/19/2003 | $62,900 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Milwaukee
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$226K
$9.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$172
$8MoM
Available listings
1473
21MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $3,508 |
| Assessment | $153,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 249 E Ward STREET
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.40 | Single-Family Home | $265,000 | 08/04/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,178 | |
0.57 | Single-Family Home | $280,000 | 03/31/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,092 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $307,500 | 09/02/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,083 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $225,000 | 04/24/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,338 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $294,500 | 07/25/25 | 4 | 1 | 1,386 | |
0.56 | Single-Family Home | $275,000 | 10/17/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,305 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | $319,000 | 08/22/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,280 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $240,000 | 03/06/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,232 |
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What Locals Say about Bay View
At least 161 Trulia users voted on each feature.
99 % Say there are sidewalks
99 % Say it's dog friendly
96 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
86 % Say streets are well-lit
80 % Say parking is easy
78 % Say people would walk alone at night
74 % Say yards are well-kept
74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
73 % Say there's holiday spirit
70 % Say kids play outside
70 % Say there's wildlife
68 % Say there are community events
67 % Say neighbors are friendly
66 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
57 % Say it's quiet
57 % Say car is needed
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