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Property Description
Thoughtfully refreshed with modern updates throughout, this inviting 4-bedroom home offers a flexible layout with 2 bedrooms on the main level & 2 upstairs, making it well-suited for a variety of living arrangements. The property has been updated inside & out with new flooring, fresh paint, updated siding, windows, fixtures, a modernized kitchen & an updated bath, creating a bright & welcoming atmosphere. Currently rented for $1,795 per month with a lease through April 1, 2026, this home provides immediate rental income for investors while still offering future flexibility for an owner-occupant. Located in Milwaukee's Forest Home Hills neighborhood on the south side, the home is close to Holler House, Historic Forest Home Cemetery,St. Luke's Hospital & the shops & dining on S 27th St.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2172 W Forest Home Ave
General
- Price: $229,900
- Taxes: $2,874 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1947637
- Updated: 2/26/2026
- Added to Site: 46 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Simulated Wood Floors
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom: Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedroom 1: 10 x 13, Upper Level
- Bedroom 2: 20 x 15, Upper Level
- Bedroom 3: 9 x 8, Main Level
- Bedroom 4: 9 x 12, Main Level
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 17 x 10, Main Level
- Kitchen: 11 x 12, Main Level
- Dining Room: 11 x 14, Main Level
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Driving Directions: N on S 35th St to W Forest Home Ave. Home is on north side of street.
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, Bungalow, Other
- Exterior Const.: Other, Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Square Feet: 1,299
- Year Built: 1919
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
- Zoning: RT4
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,874.93
- Tax Year: 2024
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Schools
Schools serving 2172 W Forest Home Ave
School District:Milwaukee School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Rogers Street Academy 2430 West Rogers Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-8 | 0.3 mi |
Hayes Bilingual School 971 West Windlake Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | PK-7 | 0.9 mi |
Milwaukee Spanish Immersion School 2765 South 55th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53219 | PK-5 | 2.3 mi |
Roosevelt Middle School of the Arts 800 West Walnut Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 | 6-8 | 3.5 mi |
Lincoln Center of the Arts 820 East Knapp Street, Milwaukee, WI 53202 | 6-8 | 3.6 mi |
Rufus King International Middle School 121 East Hadley Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | 6-8 | 4.7 mi |
Pulaski High School, Milwaukee, WI 2500 West Oklahoma Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
Audubon Technology and Communication High 3300 South 39th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53215 | 9-12 | 1.8 mi |
Bradley Technology & Trade High School 700 South 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 1.9 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 2172 W Forest Home Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/16/2026
Listed
$229,900
187.73%
MLS
2/25/2025
Sold
$79,900
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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 2172 W Forest Home Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,542
93%
$129,200
26%
2023
$2,351
-4%
$102,500
—
2022
$2,441
10%
$102,500
23%
2021
$2,224
34%
$83,100
37%
2019
$1,664
2%
$60,800
—
2018
$1,629
-14%
$60,800
—
2017
$1,898
9%
$60,800
-4%
2016
$1,744
6%
$63,400
10%
2014
$1,646
-7%
$57,600
-5%
2013
$1,779
-3%
$60,700
-22%
2012
$1,833
—
$77,900
—
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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2172 W Forest Home Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215 (MLS# 1947637) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 2172 W Forest Home Ave is currently listed for $229,900 and was received on January 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 2172 W Forest Home 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.

