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Property Description
Welcome home to this charming, completely move-in ready 5-bedroom, 2-bath gem in highly desirable Burlington! Bursting with character, this spacious home offers the perfect blend of warmth and functionality with two cozy gas fireplaces, a finished lower level featuring a wood-burning stove, wet bar. Hardwood floors throughout. Relaxin the sun-filled three-season room, perfect for enjoying natural light year-round. The impressive 2 story 3-car tandem garage includes a huge upper-level bonus space, currently used as an exercise room, with endless possibilities for a studio, office, or hobby area. Outside, enjoy a private backyard oasis with a beautiful patio beneath mature trees on a generous 1/4-acre lot. All within walking distance to the hospital, schools, restaurants & shopping.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 173 W Highland Ave
General
- Price: $449,900
- Taxes: $5,663 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1972000
- Updated: 7/17/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Interior Features: 2 or more Fireplaces, Cable TV Available, Free Standing Stove, Gas Fireplace, High Speed Internet, Pantry, Simulated Wood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Other, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Rented
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom: Ceramic Tile, Shower over Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedroom 1: 16 x 12, Upper Level
- Bedroom 2: 14 x 12, Upper Level
- Bedroom 3: 11 x 9, Upper Level
- Bedroom 4: 13 x 15, Main Level
- Bedroom 5: 8 x 12, Main Level
Other Rooms
- Foyer/Entry: 8 x 4, Main Level
- Living Room: 19 x 12, Main Level
- Kitchen: 22 x 13, Main Level
- Rec Room: 25 x 18, Lower Level
- 3 Season Porch: 15 x 8, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio, Sprinkler System
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Description: Electric Door Opener, Tandem
Location
- County: Racine
- Driving Directions: Follow GPS
School Information
- School District: Burlington Area
- Elementary School: Waller
- Middle School: Nettie E Karcher
- High School: Burlington
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Central Air Conditioning, Forced Air, Window Unit(s)
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 1.5 Story, Cape Cod
- Exterior Const.: Low Maintenance Trim, Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: 8+ Ceiling, Block, Full, Partially Finished, Walk-Out/Outer Door
- Square Feet: 2,500
- Year Built: 1936
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $5,663
- Tax Year: 2025
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Schools
Schools serving 173 W Highland Ave
School District:Burlington Area School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Waller Elementary School 195 Gardner Avenue, Burlington, WI 53105 | PK-4 | 0.2 mi |
Nettie E Karcher School 300 Wainwright Avenue, Burlington, WI 53105 | 7-8 | 0.4 mi |
Burlington High School 400 McCanna Parkway, Burlington, WI 53105 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 173 W Highland Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/17/2026
Listed
$449,900
67.25%
MLS
12/28/2018
Sold
$269,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 173 W Highland Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$5,664
8%
$388,700
2%
2024
$5,255
3%
$380,300
5%
2023
$5,122
—
$363,000
16%
2022
$5,147
4%
$311,600
9%
2021
$4,958
-5%
$285,200
6%
2020
$5,213
61%
$269,000
55%
2019
$3,246
1%
$173,800
4%
2018
$3,218
-9%
$167,100
5%
2017
$3,519
6%
$159,000
2%
2016
$3,333
2%
$155,500
5%
2015
$3,282
—
$148,400
-2%
2014
$3,294
-5%
$151,900
—
2013
$3,466
—
$151,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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173 W Highland Ave, Burlington, WI 53105 (MLS# 1972000) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 173 W Highland Ave is currently listed for $449,900 and was received on July 17, 2026. Want to learn more about 173 W Highland Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Burlington? You can browse all Burlington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

