4 Unique and Historic Homes for Sale in Wisconsin

Don’t miss your opportunity to live in modern convenience with the charm and quality of yesteryear. The Queen Anne Style ‘’Eben Cook Heath House’’ was built in 1895, as Olmstead’s then-new Lake Park was attracting savvy home owners to the Prospect Hill neighborhood. Today, Lake Park remains a draw, as do the businesses and restaurants on Downer Avenue. After 20+ years of careful stewardship and thoughtful updates, the current owner is ready to pass this special property to the next owner.

Size: 3,225 sf

Price: $815,000

Listing details: Linger on the covered porch as you enter the home, explore 3 spacious levels of living with ample room to entertain and enjoy life. At the rear, a spacious yard and 2 car garage make life easy. Welcome home to Hackett!

Contact: Katie Gnau, Shorewest Realtors, Inc., +1 773.744.4325

Explore endless possibilities for this beautifully restored 1928 schoolhouse, transformed into a charming residence by a designer-owner. Located in a quiet, close-knit community of Krakow WI, this captivating home features high-efficiency windows and modern plumbing, heating, and electrical yet retains its historic schoolhouse charm. The versatile property with Hamlet Zoning lends itself to any imaginable use, as a gallery, office, artist’s studio, retreat center, etc. The owners have painstakingly preserved the grade school, right down to the iconic 1928 Graded School sign and front doors, a working 1920s bubbler and elegantly patterned tin tiles on the 12-ft high ceilings, surrounded by classical crown molding. The original light fixtures have been rewired, yet retain the foyer’s historic character. Inside, the original hardwood floors have been refinished, and their creakiness adds to the home’s ambiance. The two-room schoolhouse underwent stunning transformations on both the east and west sides. One schoolroom was converted into a spacious great room, while the other was remodeled to include bedrooms, bathrooms, and a laundry room. The three-bedroom home features a master bedroom with master bath, a full bathroom, a half bath, and a laundry room. In the great room, daylight streams through the high windows and the see-through garage door with a screen that opens out to a 12×14 ft covered patio finished in 2024. Two side rooms off the great room offer versatile spaces for a bedroom, playroom, office, or den. A room-sized, non- operational freight elevator adds unique character to the home. The elevator was installed for dry goods storage after the school closed in 1962.

Size: 2,422 sf

Price: $779,000

Listing details: The kitchen features a walk-in pantry, deep drawers, double oven, and apron sink. Wainscoting salvaged from the boys’ bathroom adorns an island equipped with an apron sink and bar stools. Reclaimed wood beams, illuminated by recessed lighting, serve as a decorative transition from the great room to the back entry. The unfinished basement features a half- bath & ample storage space. The owners maximized the spacious backyard by con- structing a two-tier, 1,000 sq ft patio to complement the large home. This low-maintenance patio features stained concrete steps and surfaces, accented with planters filled with flowers. A huge back yard offers ample space to play and entertain, with wooded areas along the side and back. An open-air pavilion measures 12X21 sq ft by 12 ft high and is adorned with windows salvaged from the schoolhouse, travertine tile and paver stones. Raised garden boxes and landscaping elements enhance the front yard and provide a view of the historic, red-brick 1903 church across the street in this quiet, peaceful neighborhood. A 4-car garage, built in 2019, is insulated, finished, and wired for a shop. An exterior staircase leads to a second-story bonus room above the garage. This unfinished space, which is insulated and wired, can be customized to your liking, making it perfect for an artist’s loft, storage attic, or spare room. The garage features attractive two- tone metal siding for added curb appeal. This property is an ideal residence, perfect for entertaining, with excellent commercial potential. Within 15- 30 minutes of Shawano Lake, the Bay, many recreation- al areas and LAMBEAU FIELD!

Contact: Debi Prosek, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, +1 920.606.9166

Located 1/2 hr from Stevens Point and 1 hr from the Fox Valley, this beautifully maintained log style home sits on 40 acres of prime hunting land in the heart of Waupaca County. A circle blacktop driveway leads to this secluded and private home. Inside, you’ll find a large loft that overlooks an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living room area.

Size: 2,127  sf

Price: $750,000

Listing details: The main level has tongue and groove knotty pine walls and hardwood floors. A large wood-burning stone fireplace is the centerpiece of the living area. Laundry on the main level. Patio doors open to a large composite deck with a retractable awning perfect for entertaining or relaxing and taking in the beauty of nature. Two large garages with plenty of room for vehicles, equipment, and storage. Another room in basement is a 34×11 storage room.

Contact: Jan Kraetsch, Smart Move Realty, LLC, +1 715.581.1965

Welcome to this exquisite riverfront estate offering a blend of tranquility and modern luxury. Nestled on 1.62 acres of lush, landscaped land, this property boasts a charming 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom main home along with a newly remodeled cottage, perfect for guests or as a private retreat space.

Size: 4,936 sf

Price: $659,900

Listing details: Enjoy the serene sounds of the river from your doorstep and embrace the breathtaking views of nature from every angle. This is an exceptional opportunity to own a truly unique and picturesque oasis. Discover the perfect harmony of comfort and sophistication in this stunning riverside property. Own a piece of history with this house built by John Bloodgood Schuster, a disciple of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Contact: Valerie Karlin, RE/MAX Port Cities Realtors, +1 920.973.9959