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Property Description
Charming, updated Cape Cod offering comfort, style, & great outdoor space. The main level features durable LVP flooring (2021) & a remodeled kitchen w/granite countertops, new cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, & a bright eat-in area. A patio door leads to the fully fenced backyard w/ patio & fire pit, making indoor-outdoor living easy. The primary bathroom has been updated w/new tile, tub, vanity, & fixtures. The finished lower level adds valuable living space w/a rec room featuring newer carpeting & paint, plus a clean laundry area with washer and dryer included. Upstairs, the spacious bedroom offers generous storage with a closet in the room & an additional closet off the stair landing. Located near parks in a walkable Milwaukee neighborhood w/classic charm and thoughtful updates.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 135 S 81st St
General
- Price: $275,000
- Taxes: $4,321 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1954040
- Updated: Today (3/19/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Cable TV Available, High Speed Internet, Wood Floors
- Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom: At least one Bathtub, Shower over Tub, Shower Stall
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: 20 x 13, Upper Level
- Bedroom 2: 15 x 11, Main Level
- Bedroom 3: 12 x 10, Main Level
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 15 x 11, Main Level
- Kitchen: 13 x 9, Main Level
- Rec Room: 30 x 13, Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Garage Description: Electric Door Opener
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Driving Directions: W Dixon St to 81st St and North to Property at 135 South 81st Street, Milwaukee, WI 53214
School Information
- School District: Milwaukee
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Central Air Conditioning, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 1.5 Story, Cape Cod
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Block, Full, Partially Finished, Shower
- Square Feet: 976
- Year Built: 1948
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,321.1
- Tax Year: 2025
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Schools
Schools serving 135 S 81st St
School District:Milwaukee School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
MacDowell Montessori School 6415 West Mount Vernon Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53213 | PK-12 | 1.1 mi |
Milwaukee French Immersion School 2360 North 52nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53210 | PK-5 | 2.8 mi |
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School 2765 South 55th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53219 | PK-5 | 2.9 mi |
Milwaukee School of Languages 8400 West Burleigh Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222 | 6-12 | 3.2 mi |
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts 800 West Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 | 6-8 | 4.9 mi |
Lincoln Center of the Arts 820 East Knapp Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 | 6-8 | 5.8 mi |
Washington High School of Information Technology 2525 North Sherman Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI 53210 | 9-12 | 3.3 mi |
Milwaukee High School of the Arts 2300 West Highland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | 9-12 | 3.8 mi |
Audubon Technology and Communication High 3300 South 39th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215 | 9-12 | 4.1 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 135 S 81st St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Listed
$275,000
107.08%
MLS
7/25/2014
Sold
$132,800
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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 135 S 81st St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,248
27%
$201,300
29%
2023
$3,356
-10%
$156,300
—
2022
$3,722
12%
$156,300
13%
2021
$3,331
-7%
$138,800
-4%
2019
$3,565
2%
$144,000
—
2018
$3,496
-2%
$144,000
—
2017
$3,569
-7%
$144,000
2%
2016
$3,821
14%
$140,700
18%
2014
$3,353
-5%
$119,100
—
2013
$3,534
1%
$119,100
-14%
2012
$3,482
—
$138,500
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 135 S 81st St
135 S 81st St, Milwaukee, WI 53214 (MLS# 1954040) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 135 S 81st St is currently listed for $275,000 and was received on March 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 135 S 81st St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Milwaukee? You can browse all Milwaukee real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

