2553 S 12th STREET, Milwaukee, WI, 53215
About This Home
This beautifully maintained 2/2 duplex is move-in ready and has been exceptionally well cared for. Both spacious units feature updated kitchens with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances (included), updated bathrooms, and stunning hardwood floors Roof 2025 that add warmth and character throughout.Whether you're looking to grow your investment portfolio or live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, this property offers out
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: 21+ Years
- Year built: 1906
Materials
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family,Duplex
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Block,Full,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,848
- Total interior livable area: 1,848 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 4970749000
- Zoning: RT4
- Exclusions: Tenant Personal Stuff.
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Living area range: 751-1000
Lot
- Lot size: 3,484 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,2 Car,1 Space
- 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
- 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 | $1,304 | $15,648 |
| Home Insurance * | $142 | $1,704 |
| Property Taxes | $484 | $5,808 |
| Electricity | $173 | $2,083 |
| Total | $2,103 | $25,236 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-17 | Listed for sale | $258,000 |
| 2023-03-21 | Sold | $160,000 |
| 2020-02-10 | Sold | $127,000 |
| 2017-04-11 | Sold | $113,500 |
| 2004-05-03 | Sold | $112,900 |
| 2003-07-25 | Sold | $91,000 |
| 2001-07-11 | Sold | $64,900 |
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