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Property Description
Updated 4 bedroom home located in Milwaukee's Muskego Way neighborhood. The main floor features 2 bedrooms, living room, and refreshed kitchen and full bath, while the upper level offers 2 additional bedrooms plus a den/walkthrough room. The home has been refreshed inside and out with new flooring, paint, windows, and more throughout. This property is ready for an owner occupant or investor. Conveniently located near South Division High School, Kosciuszko Park, and a variety of restaurants and local businesses. Schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1961 S Congo Ave
General
- Price: $199,900
- Taxes: $1,288 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1945877
- Updated: 12/29/2025
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Simulated Wood Floors
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 2: 8 x 9, Main Level
- Bedroom 3: 9 x 9, Main Level
- Bedroom 4: 10 x 10, Upper Level
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 21 x 12, Main Level
- Kitchen: 13 x 13, Main Level
- Den: 9 x 10, Upper Level
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Driving Directions: W Burnham St to, S 19th St. South on 19th to S Congo Ave. East on Congo to property.
School Information
- School District: Milwaukee
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 1.5 Story, Cape Cod
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Square Feet: 1,152
- Year Built: 1913
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.06
- Zoning: RT4
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,288.49
- Tax Year: 2024
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Schools
Schools serving 1961 S Congo Ave
School District:Milwaukee School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rogers Street Academy 2430 West Rogers Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-8 | 0.4 mi |
Hayes Bilingual School 971 West Windlake Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-7 | 0.6 mi |
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 2430 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | PK-8 | 2.2 mi |
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts 800 West Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 | 6-8 | 3.2 mi |
Lincoln Center of the Arts 820 East Knapp Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 | 6-8 | 3.2 mi |
Rufus King International Middle School 121 East Hadley Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | 6-8 | 4.3 mi |
Pulaski High School, Milwaukee, WI 2500 West Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Bradley Technology & Trade High School 700 South 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Audubon Technology and Communication High 3300 South 39th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1961 S Congo Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/29/2025
Listed
$199,900
280.76%
MLS
4/24/2024
Sold
$52,500
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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 1961 S Congo Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$1,775
78%
$60,000
32%
2023
$999
-7%
$45,300
—
2022
$1,079
-7%
$45,300
-3%
2021
$1,158
-56%
$46,700
9%
2019
$2,627
152%
$42,900
—
2018
$1,043
-57%
$42,900
—
2017
$2,444
—
$42,900
-4%
2016
$2,432
3%
$44,700
10%
2014
$2,359
1%
$40,700
-5%
2013
$2,343
-10%
$42,800
-34%
2012
$2,605
—
$65,000
—
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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1961 S Congo Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204 (MLS# 1945877) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1961 S Congo Ave is currently listed for $199,900 and was received on December 29, 2025. Want to learn more about 1961 S Congo Ave? 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.

