See other homes in:
Primary listing photo
Listing photo 2
Listing photo 3
Listing photo 4
Listing photo 5

408 W Lake St, Lake Mills, WI, 53551

3beds
3baths
2,410sqft
$490,000
$203price/sqft
$3,743/moest. monthly cost
$149,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

This is a rare find! Lake Mills waterfront property on an oversized lot with an unbeatable location. Situated on the Mill Pond, with direct access to Rock Lake and just a couple of blocks from downtown Lake Mills & Bartels Beach. Currently operating as a 3-unit rental, with the vacant unit being recently updated. You can move right in and have renters pay your mortgage while you enjoy the prime location, convenience, & peaceful scenery. The right renovation could transform this into a stunning waterfront single-family home. Spacious, unique, & in a location you simply can't replicate. Whether you're looking to grow your portfolio or create your dream home on the water, this one deserves a closer look. Also listed as Multi-family MLS #2025197

Getting Around

59
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
50
BikeBikeable

Schools

7/10
Lake Mills Middle SchoolGrades 5-80.2 mi
6/10
Lake Mills High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi
6/10

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1890

Materials

  • Construction materials: Aluminum Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Other
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Stone,Unfinished

Bedroom2

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 169

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 120

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • Main level bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 112

Features

  • Walk-In Closet(s),At Least 1 tub,Second Kitchen,Den/Office,Other
  • Finished area above ground: 2,410

Heating

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Forced Air,Multiple Heating Units

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 2,410
  • Total interior livable area: 2,410 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Range/Oven,Refrigerator
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 221

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 154

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 210

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 24607131411032
  • Zoning: Res
  • Exclusions: Seller and tenant's personal property

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Porch,Enclosed
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Dock/Pier,Waterfront,Lake Front,Pond
  • Waterbody name: Rock-Mill Pond
  • Frontage length: Waterfront: 88

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.58 Acres
  • Features: Sidewalk

Parking

  • Parking features: No Garage
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

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
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hail
Lightning
Tornado
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Wisconsin Counties

Flood
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,477$29,724
Home Insurance *$167$2,004
Property Taxes $873$10,476
Electricity $226$2,717
Total$3,743$44,916
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$128,331/yr
40% on housing$112,290/yr
45% on housing$99,813/yr

Wisconsin FAIR Plan Programs

Wisconsin Insurance Plan

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
Visit Website →
Current Policies
Residential: 5,246Commercial: 198
Total Premiums$4.55M
Total Exposure$860.28M

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 7.8%
7.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.6%
3.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.6%
-2.6%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$203This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 53551$253
Jefferson County$207

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 53551$232
Jefferson County$208

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

DateEventPrice
2026-07-02Listed for sale$490,000
2026-06-19Contingent$490,000
2026-06-12Listed for sale$490,000
2014-01-02Sold$75,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLaura Staude Flood
BrokerageEXP Realty, LLC

Similar Homes