Historical homes you can own in the Southern Wisconsin area

Aug 17, 2023

Take a peek at fixer-uppers with potential to beautiful old homes around Southern Wisconsin

Just in time for spending summer with beautiful panoramic views of lake Kegonsa. Nicely updated-in turnkey condition, boasting a bright spacious kitchen w/granite, SS appliances, abundance of silent close cabinets, opens up to new & orig wood floors. 3 updated full baths, a MF bdrm w/walk-in shower, a 2nd bedroom that currently serves as a lakeside office w/high speed internet. A cozy sitting area is alongside a large open diningrm w/picture window view of boaters. Upstairs you'll find everything you need but a kitchen. The dry basement adds finished space for movies & entertaining. 4 LL windows help save on lighting shop area, laundry & naproom. An 8' high gar door & 1 stall is Xtra Deep. No maintenance decking, level lot to boulder shoreline. Pier & fishing pole included, Dim/SF approx

Discover the epitome of classic elegance with this stunning Victorian home located in the heart of historic Stoughton. Boasting over 3300sqft of gracious living space, this home offers 4BR/ 2.5BA, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet, dual vanity, and tiled walk-in shower. Every detail has been thoughtfully considered, with all new mechanicals, electrical, roof, W/D, front porch, and poured concrete driveway. Enjoy the stunning kitchen with quartz counter tops, large island, brand new cabinetry and lighting, and all new never been used appliances. The unfinished attic offers an incredible opportunity to add 800sqft of living space, and upstairs bedrooms over look the river. A perfect blend of historic charm and modern amenities, this exceptional home is the essence of comfort.

ONE OF A KIND! This conveniently located home has the perfect combo of vintage charm & modern updates. Main level includes a family room, formal dining, office (or bedroom), sunroom, & kitchen. The gorgeous kitchen features SS apps, granite counters, double oven, farmhouse sink & stunning exposed brick accents. Upstairs you'll find an open landing plus 3 bedrooms, full bath, & laundry room/deck! Travel up another set of stairs to a newly finished loft area w/incredible views of the farm fields. This flex room has endless possibilities: playroom, office, workout space, reading nook. The basement even has the original owner's signature carved in the wall from 1917! Outside has its own perks: stamped concrete patio, tree house, & 2car garage. You won't find anything else like it!

Looking for something just outside of town in the country? Look no further! 4 bedroom 2 full bath home in Dayton! Large rooms throughout the whole house. First floor laundry and a nice covered porch to enjoy evenings on. Large yard with several shrubs and trees around you. Exeter park is right across the street with the Sugar River flowing through it. Just a short drive to Madison area!

Showings to begin 5/17! Hoping to get into desirable Westmorland neighborhood and don't mind a fixer-upper? This 1 1/2-story cape cod needs some TLC, but with some work, could be back to its original charm. Located on a quiet street with a private fenced-in backyard with mature trees make this a perfect home to fix up! Original hardwood floors + super cute newer kitchen. Pergo flooring, white cabinets, Bosch Dishwasher. Upstairs windows have been replaced in past 10 yrs. Westmorland is a desirable location that continues to go up in value year over year. Walk to parks, schools, library, coffee, ice cream, pizza, Glen Golf Park, or hop on SW bike path for a quick commute to downtown and campus. Hamilton Middle School, West High. House is being sold "as-is". All offers reviewed on 5/22.

If you love historic Tudor Revival Style homes with steeply pitched gable roofs, elegant masonry, stonework, stately woodwork, stucco and located in the Nakoma neighborhood, here is the house for you! The driveway, with 100 year old Milwaukee street pavers, welcomes you in to this meticulously maintained home. Set on one of the most beautiful lots (.36 acre) in the neighborhood, the Sellers have loved living here for over 45 years. The original details have been carefully preserved with leaded glass windows, hardwood flooring, arched doorways, eat-in kitchen and a walk-up attic just waiting to be made into something fabulous! First floor office and lovely family room addition overlooking the patio, gardens and backyard. All this plus a bonus space in the lower level.

What an amazing location! Minutes to downtown, steps to the Union Corners Bike Path, this charming home has so much to offer! Relax on the screened porch that overlooks the shaded street, main level has open concept living and dining space with plenty of room for entertaining. Through the oversized kitchen there is a fully fenced backyard perfect for pets! A main level bedroom and bathroom allow for flexible living situations. Upstairs, the primary is large and complete with a walk-in closet! Two additional bedrooms have unique features, one has a sink and builtin cabinetry making it a perfect artist's studio! A small balcony off the third bedroom and large closet make these spaces both functional and cute! Large, unfinished basement with access to backyard!

No showings until 5/13. This well-loved home is sure to make you feel right at home! Located in the heart of Edgerton, you are within walking distance to the downtown, Central Park, the city pool and the schools. Be amazed when you see the beautiful original wood work and space this home has to offer with 4 bedrooms and 2 living spaces there is plenty of room to spread out. New roof is coming soon! Make an appointment to see it for yourself!

Showings start May 13. Country Living, close to town, and a parklike setting on just under 5 acres!! Sit back on your screen porch & enjoy mature trees, garden, fire pit, and some tillable land currently being tended by a neighboring farmer. No neighbors to the north or south allows for a very private feel. Large farmhouse w/country kitchen where beautiful eastern sun awaits your mornings. Cozy family room w/wood fireplace. Additionally, main floor features a master bedroom, den/office, laundry/mudroom and full bath. 3 BRs upstairs with full bath offers plenty of space. Windows replaced 15 years ago. Roof w/new insulation & gutters (2019). Furnace & AC 2013, Newer windows & Newer septic, Barn and shed being sold as-is. House is move-in ready. Close proximity to shopping, rest, and town

This beautifully updated American Foursquare home maintains its stately charm with historic details, such as 8' pocket doors and extensive millwork. The kitchen features cherry cabinets, a butcher block table, soapstone and marble counters. The upstairs bath boasts subway and glass tiles, marble counters, and an original clawfoot tub. With four bedrooms upstairs and a recently finished primary suite, this home offers plenty of space. The partially finished lower level features a cozy pellet stove. Situated on a corner lot with a new 2 car garage, patios and a variety of fruit trees (peach, cherry, apricot, Italian plum). The prime location is close to shops, restaurants, the zoo and Lake Wingra.

After 33 years seller has decided to let another party enjoy his home. Located on the outskirts of Dane and close to everything! Move in ready home. Numerous living spaces. Enjoy evenings in the family room complete with wet bar. Hand crafted railing and bench surround the bar. Counter has a live edge with bar sink. The lower level has hand stained siding, perfect area for watching TV. Head to the bonus room for a work out. Laundry and 2 full bathrooms on the main floor. 2 car detached garage with adjoining heated shop. Landscape has apple and peach trees. Landscape is complete with curb appeal.

Stunning West Lawn Colonial offers a move in ready home, spacious lot & on a quiet street adjacent to a walking trail to Monroe St shops, bakeries & TJ's! Gorgeous details; leaded glass sidelights & air lock entry, arched doorways, 4 panel doors w/glass knobs, & hardwood flrs! Classic appeal w/formal foyer, central staircase w/2nd staircase from the kitchen, spacious living w/fireplace, built-ins & french door to screened porch & patio! 1st flr family rm w/2nd fireplace, formal dining, office & updated kitchen w/new SS appliances, gas range, quartz c-tops, tile back splash & LVP flooring! 2nd flr boasts 4 bdrms w/closet organizers & bath w/new fixtures & tile surround! Walk up 3rd flr is ready to improve! New washer/dryer & dual stage furnace/central air! 2 car garage + storage!

Call the heart of the Greenbush neighborhood your next home! This classic home is loaded with original woodwork and the character you've been looking for. With fresh paint throughout, a beautifully remodeled full bath, hardwood floors, a formal dining room, and a first-floor bedroom/office with a powder room, you will be proud to call this one home. Other improvements include an updated electrical system, a new furnace, and new central air conditioning. And, to top it all off, the home is located only a block from the Henry Vilas Zoo and Lake Wingra!

Waunakee school district! Rarely does a property like this become available this close to Madison! Over 12 acres set on a hilltop w/mature trees & sweeping views of the countryside.Magnificent home designed by the renowned Frank Riley has been lovingly maintained & updated by the same owner for over 20 years. This spacious 4 bdrm, 4.5 bath home has hrdwd flrs throughout, kitchen w/high end appliances, primary suite features attached bath w/custom tile shower & jetted soaking tub,3 fireplaces, sun rm w/in floor heat,mother-in laws suite & huge 2 car attached garage!Awesome 40x20 pool w/60x5 lap area includes pool house w/addt’l garage,screened porch & patio area w/outdoor fireplace. Huge 60x35 heated shop is a great place for all of the toys & just steps from the house. Must see to believe!

Marrying the charm & details of a 116-year-old original floor plan, this 4 BR, 3 1/2 bath turn of the century Dutch Colonial in the first suburb of Madison was extensively renovated in 2011 w/ extra attention paid to home's deep history. 4 BR's, 3 1/2 baths, 2, 953 sqft, original hardwood floors, period built-ins, expanded mudroom, updated kitchen & bathrooms. Remodeled walk-up attic could be 5th BR or large rec space, includes dedicated full bth w/ claw foot tub. Finished LL BR w/ full bth & egress window. Fenced-in yard, new patio & deck provides plenty of outdoor space. comes complete w/ a newly constructed 1 BR, 1 Bth 663 sqft ADU over garage! Perfect for flexible rentals, Airbnb or mother-in-law suite located in the heart of Vilas, just steps away from the best Madison has to offer

Enjoy Morrison Park and Lake Monona, Yahara Place Park and river just a stones throw away from your front door. Bike the loop and enjoy Olbrich botanical Gardens and park. See list of updates, that include a kitchen remodel and addition, the charm you would expect in a home built in 1914. 2 - Story quality home w/ 4 bedrooms, spacious dining and kitchen areas. Family room and open dining room. Front porch to relax and enjoy a water view off Morrison park area. Lake views from most rooms. 30 year organic garden (approx 360 sq ft) area in back yard

This beautiful setting currently is the home of Emily's Ten Oaks Ranch - a farmette and event venue. However, the property is located within the Pumpkin Hollow Neighborhood Redevelopment plan and is slated for attachment into the City of Madison with a medium density of 16-40 units of housing per acre proposed for the site. An added future benefit is a Mixed Use Neighborhood overlay is proposed for across the street adding future interest for the location. Don't let the beautiful bucolic views fool you - this property is a very short drive to grocery stores, restaurants, shops, the Token Creek Dog Park and Disc Golf Course, the American Parkway area and the Dane County Regional Airport making this an attractive location for multiple levels and price ranges of multifamily housing.

The moment you arrive you’ll appreciate the tall old-growth trees creating a beautiful canopy and privacy surrounding the perfectly landscaped 1.5 acre yard. As you enter the house, the modern yet classic design is the perfect mix of luxury and comfort with solid oak hardwoods and fine finishes. The main floor flows through the living, kitchen, and dining with beautiful archways connecting the spaces. Soak up the abundant natural light pouring into the kitchen. Enjoy cool summer nights by the fire in the screened porch. Pamper yourself in the breathtaking upstairs master suite with it's spacious bathroom, lavish dressing room, 2 walk-in closets and 2nd laundry. Completely rebuilt in 2015, it's easy to appreciate the thoughtful design and attention to detail at every turn.

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