4872 N 40th STREET, Milwaukee, WI, 53209
About This Home
Spacious 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod loaded with charm and modern updates! This move-in-ready home features hardwood floors, built-in cabinets, a natural fireplace, updated bathrooms, and a kitchen with high-end stainless-steel appliances. The main floor offers a bright and inviting living room, formal eat-in dining room, convenient first-floor bedroom, and updated half bath. Upstairs you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, a renovated full bath, and a bonus space transformed into an enormous walk-in closet. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard along with a spacious 2-car garage. This home truly has it all -- style, space, and comfort. Come see this beautiful Cape Cod today and fall in love! Furnace (2022), AC (2023), SS Appliances (2021)
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: 21+ Years
- Year built: 1938
Materials
- Construction materials: Aluminum Siding,Aluminum/Steel,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block,Full,Sump Pump
Bathroom
- Features: Ceramic Tile,Shower Over Tub
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216
Bedroom3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
Features
- High Speed Internet,Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,317
- Total interior livable area: 1,317 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 216
Master Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 216
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2081029000
- Zoning: RS6
- Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
- Living area range: 1251-1500
Lot
- Lot size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
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 | $983 | $11,796 |
| Home Insurance * | $132 | $1,584 |
| Property Taxes | $365 | $4,380 |
| Electricity | $171 | $2,054 |
| Total | $1,651 | $19,812 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-23 | Price change | $194,500 |
| 2026-06-16 | Price change | $199,500 |
| 2026-06-10 | Listed for sale | $202,000 |
| 2021-09-07 | Sold | $155,000 |
| 2020-02-12 | Sold | $36,900 |
| 2005-01-17 | Sold | $100,500 |
For Sale by Agent
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