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8716 Fountain Grove Rd, Amherst, WI, 54406

5beds
4baths
3,805sqft
$800,000
$210price/sqft
$5,725/moest. monthly cost
$229,000/yrincome needed

About This Home

Discover unmatched privacy and natural beauty with this one-of-a-kind property set on 20+/- stunning acres. A Class 1 trout stream winds through the land alongside a peaceful pond, creating the ultimate outdoor retreat. The spacious home offers 5 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, and a walkout lower level with its own apartment-style space—ideal for guests or multi-generational living. An unfinished rec room above the garage adds future potential, and a chicken coop is ready for hobby farming. The diverse acreage blends woods and open field, perfect for hunting. A 45x60 shed with electric & water + chicken coop adds versatility. Located in the Tomorrow River School District. Survey/split prior to closing. Water frontage estimated. LL rec room ceiling is exposed floor joists.

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
15
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Amherst Elementary SchoolGrades PK-43.7 mi
8/10
Amherst Middle SchoolGrades 5-83.7 mi
8/10
Amherst High SchoolGrades 9-123.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1977

Materials

  • Foundation: Block
  • Construction materials: Shake Siding

Type & Style

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

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Water Softener Owned

Basement

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

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 14x16

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 14x11

Bedroom3

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 14x10

Bedroom4

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 21x15

Bedroom5

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 8X11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 11x23

Features

  • At Least 1 Bathtub,Central Vacuum,Kitchen Island,Vaulted Ceiling(s),Formal Dining
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Two,Free Standing,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Finished area below ground: 1,043
  • Finished area above ground: 2,762

Formal Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13x13

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Forced Air,Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total interior livable area: 3,805 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 23x14

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 23x15

Other

  • Level: Lower
  • Dimensions: 17x27

Other

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 13x7

Other

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 25x26

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: Laundry 1st Floor,Open Floor Plan

Details

  • Parcel number: PART OF 00623092515.02
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Exclusions: Heavy metal gates,LP Tank leased

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: Sprinkler System
  • Has spa: Yes
  • Spa features: Bath
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Other-See Remarks
  • Waterbody name: Bear Creek
  • Horses can be raised: Yes

Lot

  • Lot size: 20 Acres
  • Features: Horses Allowed,Subj to Shoreland Zoning,Wooded

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Attached,Detached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 6
  • Covered spaces: 6

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 WaveVery High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hail
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Inland Flooding
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 $4,045$48,540
Home Insurance *$260$3,120
Property Taxes $1,063$12,756
Electricity $357$4,290
Total$5,725$68,700
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$196,285/yr
40% on housing$171,750/yr
45% on housing$152,666/yr

Wisconsin FAIR Plan Programs

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HailHail
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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: 8.3%
8.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 3.6%
3.6%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.3%
-0.3%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$210This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 54406$198
Portage County$175

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 54406$175
Portage County$153

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-09Listed for sale$849,900
2026-04-06Listing removed$999,900
2026-03-09Listed for sale$999,900
2019-03-08Sold$500,000
2018-06-22Listed for sale$449,000
2015-07-31Listing removed$34,900
2015-05-16Listed for sale$34,900
2011-06-05Listing removed$598,000
2010-11-26Price change$598,000
2010-06-06Listed for sale$649,000
2009-07-22Listing removed$649,000
2009-04-26Listed for sale$649,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentAngela D LeSage
BrokerageRE/MAX Lyons Real Estate

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