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Property Description
Fully rented duplex with income already in place. Upper unit is a 3-bed, 1-bath with a primary suite, walk-in closet, and flex den that functions as a 4th bedroom. Lower unit offers 2 beds, 1 bath. Updated kitchen with epoxy countertops and a renovated bath with walk-in glass shower help retention. Big-ticket items handled: roof and upper carpet (2022), windows (2015), water heater (2014).
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1978 S 12th St
General
- Price: $214,900
- Taxes: $3,587 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Duplex
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1964649
- Updated: 5/28/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Parking
- Uncovered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Outdoor Space
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Driving Directions: Use Maps
School Information
- School District: Milwaukee
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Duplex +
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Stories Description: 1 to 2 Stories
- Year Built: 1884
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Number of Units: 600
- Unit Description: 1 Bath, 3 or More Bedrooms, Cable TV Available, Living Room, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Square Feet: 1751 to 20
Unit 2
- Unit Description: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Square Feet: 751 to 100
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Zoning: RT4 Residential
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,587
- Tax Year: 2025
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Schools
Schools serving 1978 S 12th St
School District:Milwaukee School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hayes Bilingual School 971 West Windlake Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-7 | 0.2 mi |
Forest Home Avenue School 1516 West Forest Home Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Milwaukee Academy of Chinese Language 2430 West Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | PK-8 | 2.3 mi |
Lincoln Center of the Arts 820 East Knapp Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 | 6-8 | 3 mi |
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts 800 West Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 | 6-8 | 3.1 mi |
Rufus King International Middle School 121 East Hadley Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
South Division High School 1515 West Lapham Boulevard, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Bradley Technology & Trade High School 700 South 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Bay View Middle and High School 2751 South Lenox Street, Milwaukee, WI 53207 | 6-12 | 1.7 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 1978 S 12th St
Date
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Price
Change
Source
5/28/2026
Listed
$214,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1978 S 12th St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 (MLS# 1964649) is a Duplex property with 0 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 1978 S 12th St is currently listed for $214,900 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 1978 S 12th St? Do you have questions about finding other Duplex real estate for sale in Milwaukee? You can browse all Milwaukee real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

