Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/29/2026
Listed
$155,000
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MLS
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1/23
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Property Description
**Back on the market with a new price!** This charming 4BR, 1.5BA home in Milwaukee's Thurston Woods neighborhood is ready for your personal touch! Enjoy two bedrooms on the main floor and two upstairs, with a full bath on the main and a convenient half bath above. Just a block from Havenwoods State Forest, you'll love the nearby scenic trails and peaceful surroundings of this established community. The home features a spacious backyard and a bright sunroom, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A full basement, already stubbed for an additional bath, offers great expansion potential. The paved driveway leads to a 1-car garage. Whether you're a first-time buyer or an investor seeking value, this home is a fantastic find. Don't wait--schedule your showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5876 N 42nd St
General
- Price: $155,000
- Taxes: $3,468 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1948753
- Updated: 1/29/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom: MBR Bath Shower over Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 15 x 20, Main Level
- Kitchen: 8 x 12, Main Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Subdivision: Thurston Woods
- Driving Directions: Take W Silver Spring to N 42nd Street. Go north on N 42nd Street to the property.
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: Two Story, Cape Cod
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Block, Full, Stubbed for Bathroom, Sump Pump
- Square Feet: 1,283
- Year Built: 1941
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.16
- Lot Dimensions: Residential
- Zoning: Residentail
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,468
- Tax Year: 2024
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Schools
Schools serving 5876 N 42nd St
School District:Milwaukee School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Thurston Woods Campus 5966 North 35th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53209 | PK-8 | 0.5 mi |
Craig Montessori School 7667 West Congress Street, Milwaukee, WI 53218 | PK-8 | 2.9 mi |
Milwaukee German Immersion School 3778 North 82nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222 | PK-5 | 3.7 mi |
Carmen Middle/High School of Science and Technology, Northwest Campus 5496 North 72nd Street, Milwaukee, WI 53218 | 6-12 | 1.9 mi |
Milwaukee School of Languages 8400 West Burleigh Street, Milwaukee, WI 53222 | 6-12 | 4.3 mi |
Rufus King International Middle School 121 East Hadley Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | 6-8 | 4.7 mi |
Rufus King International High School 1801 West Olive Street, Milwaukee, WI 53209 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
Milwaukee High School of the Arts 2300 West Highland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | 9-12 | 5.6 mi |
Bradley Technology & Trade High School 700 South 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 7.4 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 5876 N 42nd St
Tax History
Tax History for 5876 N 42nd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,467
-2%
$141,100
19%
2023
$3,553
26%
$118,200
—
2022
$2,814
34%
$118,200
43%
2021
$2,098
5%
$82,500
25%
2019
$2,005
3%
$65,900
—
2018
$1,942
26%
$65,900
—
2017
$1,541
-6%
$65,900
2%
2016
$1,637
-17%
$64,600
-8%
2014
$1,966
-13%
$69,900
-14%
2013
$2,263
-10%
$80,900
-19%
2012
$2,503
—
$99,900
—
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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5876 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53209 (MLS# 1948753) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 5876 N 42nd St is currently listed for $155,000 and was received on January 29, 2026. This property is listed by Jerry Broitzman from our Metro West Suburban Office.Want to learn more about 5876 N 42nd 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.