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$238,400

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,657 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 8 days ago
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Own a remarkable piece of Wisconsin history! Once the home of Senator Gaylord Nelson-founder of Earth Day-this 3-bedroom, 2-bath treasure blends timeless craftsmanship with thoughtful updates. The refurbished kitchen stays true to the home's historic roots, while original woodwork, intricate details, and character you simply can't find today fill every room. Kitchen is open to the dining room with a fabulous formal living that has doors/trim to match! Laundry is on the main floor and a bathroom on each level for convenience! Enjoy relaxing on the inviting front porch or use the handy second entrance-perfect for dropping winter boots and coats. The 1-car garage adds convenience, and the charm of this property will truly make you melt. From its storied past to its stunning present, this is more than a home... it's history you can live in.

Full Property Details for 385 1st Ave W

General

  • Price: $238,400
  • Taxes: $2,333 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
  • MLS ID: 7004973
  • Updated: 1/9/2026
  • Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • 3/4 Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: 16 x 24
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage

Location

  • County: Polk
  • Township: Clear Lake
  • Subdivision: Assessors Clear Lake
  • Driving Directions: In Clear Lake, 5th Street to 1st Avenue. East on 1st Avenue to property.

School Information

  • School District: 692 - Clear Lake
  • High School District: Clear Lake

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: City Sewer Connected
  • Water: City Water (Connected)

Structural Information

  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished
  • Foundation Size: 965
  • Disability Access: None
  • Square Feet: 1,657
  • Above Ground: 1,657 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1885

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
  • Lot Dimensions: .24
  • Zoning: Residential-Single Family

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,333
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: OUTLOT 34 ASSESSORS PLAT VILLAGE OF CLEAR LAKE
  • Property ID: 113002450000

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Schools serving 385 1st Ave W

School District:Clear Lake School District
NameGradesDistance
Gaylord A Nelson Educ Center
135 8th Avenue, Clear Lake, WI 54005
PK-60.4 mi
Clear Lake Junior High School
1101 3rd Street Southwest, Clear Lake, WI 54005
7-80.9 mi
Clear Lake High School
1101 3rd Street Southwest, Clear Lake, WI 54005
9-120.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 385 1st Ave W Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
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1/07/2026
Listed
$238,400
127.05%
MLS
3/31/2016
Sold
$105,000
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Tax History for 385 1st Ave W

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$2,298
3%
$130,700
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2023
$2,229
1%
$130,700
—
2022
$2,203
3%
$130,700
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2021
$2,131
-7%
$130,700
28%
2020
$2,292
5%
$102,200
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2019
$2,175
4%
$102,200
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2018
$2,100
4%
$102,200
—
2017
$2,017
56%
$102,200
66%
2016
$1,297
—
$61,400
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385 1st Avenue W, Clear Lake, WI 54005 (MLS# 7004973) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 385 1st Avenue W is currently listed for $238,400 and was received on January 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 385 1st Avenue W? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Clear Lake? You can browse all Clear Lake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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