5231 N Bay Ridge AVENUE, Whitefish Bay, WI, 53217
About This Home
Charm meets modern convenience in this beautifully refreshed Whitefish Bay Cape Cod! From the moment you step inside, you will be greeted by a sun-drenched living room featuring an oversized picture window that fills the home with warm, natural light. Hardwood floors glide effortlessly into the formal dining room, setting the perfect stage for hosting dinner parties or casual family weeknights. Beyond the dining space, a massive rear family room anchored by built-in shelving offers the ultimate footprint for relaxation, movie nights, or a dedicated play area.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Property condition: 21+ Years
- Year built: 1946
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Oven,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bathroom
- Features: Master Bedroom Bath
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 336
Heating
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,684
- Total interior livable area: 1,684 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 130
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1970209000
- Zoning: res
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property.
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Living area range: 1501-1750
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Detached,2 Car
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Heat Wave
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Wisconsin Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,907 | $34,884 |
| Home Insurance * | $226 | $2,712 |
| Property Taxes | $608 | $7,296 |
| Electricity | $171 | $2,054 |
| Total | $3,912 | $46,944 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Wisconsin FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-08 | Price change | $545,000 |
| 2026-07-17 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2025-07-29 | Listing removed | $3,300 |
| 2025-07-15 | Listed for rent | $3,300 |
| 2024-05-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-03-19 | Listed for rent | $3,150 |
| 2023-12-15 | Sold | $295,000 |
| 2023-11-20 | Pending sale | $315,000 |
| 2023-11-16 | Price change | $315,000 |
| 2023-11-02 | Listed for sale | $350,000 |
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