17624 BIRCHWOOD LANE, Townsend, WI, 54175
About This Home
You can't let this ONE-OF-A-KIND NORTHWOODS RETREAT pass you by! With a recent price adjustment and sellers motivated schedule your showing today. Tucked away on 2.21 wooded acres with over 210 feet of frontage on peaceful Explosion Lake, this property offers the rare combination of privacy, waterfront living, and access to a four-lake recreational chain?all without HOA fees. Even better, you'll enjoy your own private island connected by a bridge, creating a truly unforgettable Northwoods setting. The home features 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including 3 bedrooms and 2 baths within the main residence. An additional heated loft bedroom above the attached 2-car garage provides excellent space for guests, hobbies, or a private retreat. The garage also includes a workshop on the main level and an additional upper-level nook, offering endless possibilities for storage, projects, or recreation. Inside, you'll find an inviting open-concept layout with a California-inspired design, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and multiple gathering spaces. A bonus room serves perfectly as a home off
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: 21+ Years
- Year built: 1991
Materials
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MobileManufactured
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Manufactured On Land
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Refrigerator,Range/Oven,Microwave,Washer,Dryer
Basement
- Basement: None / Slab,Crawl Space
Bathroom
- Features: Master Bedroom Bath
Bedroom2
- Level: Main
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
Bedroom4
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral/vaulted ceiling,Walk-In Closet(s),Florida/Sun Room
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,500
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Propane,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 042292905342.1
- Zoning: Residential
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Screened porch
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Lake,Waterfront
- Living area range: 1251-1500
Lot
- Lot size: 2.21 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car,Attached,Heated Garage,Garage Door Opener
- 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
- Lightning
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- 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 | $2,629 | $31,548 |
| Home Insurance * | $101 | $1,212 |
| Property Taxes | $625 | $7,500 |
| Electricity | $171 | $2,054 |
| Total | $3,526 | $42,312 |
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
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | Price change | $510,000 |
| 2026-07-07 | Price change | $520,000 |
| 2026-06-15 | Price change | $525,000 |
| 2026-06-05 | Listed for sale | $549,000 |
| 2005-06-02 | Sold | $210,000 |
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