5400 N 53rd STREET #5402, Milwaukee, WI, 53218
About This Home
Opportunity awaits with this recently updated duplex offering the perfect blend of immediate income and owner-occupant flexibility. The lower unit is currently leased at $1,377/month, providing instant cash flow, while the vacant upper unit is rent-ready--ideal for an owner looking to house hack or an investor seeking to maximize rental income.Both units offer spacious layouts with generous living areas and functional floor plans that appeal to today's tenants. Outside, you'll find a 2-car detached garage.Whether you're looking to offset your mortgage by living in one unit or add a turnkey investment to your portfolio, this property is a fantastic opportunity with strong income potential and minimal work needed.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: 21+ Years
- Year built: 1956
Materials
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family,Duplex
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 968
- Total interior livable area: 968 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1909898000
- Zoning: RS6
- Exclusions: Tenant's Personal Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Living area range: 751-1000
Lot
- Lot size: 6,534 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 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
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
- 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 | $1,163 | $13,956 |
| Home Insurance * | $192 | $2,304 |
| Property Taxes | $348 | $4,176 |
| Electricity | $171 | $2,054 |
| Total | $1,874 | $22,488 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Wisconsin FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Price change | $230,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $240,000 |
| 2024-08-15 | Sold | $211,000 |
| 2024-07-12 | Pending sale | $235,000 |
| 2024-06-26 | Price change | $235,000 |
| 2024-06-07 | Listed for sale | $245,000 |
| 2022-06-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-01-18 | Price change | $135,900 |
| 2021-12-27 | Listed for sale | $145,000 |
| 2016-04-19 | Listing removed | $5,050 |
| 2016-02-20 | Listed for sale | $5,050 |
| 2015-08-18 | Listing removed | $12,000 |
| 2015-08-11 | Listed for sale | $12,000 |
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