This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/27
$239,000 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/27
Property Description
Instant equity opportunity! Beautifully renovated and move in ready, this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers 2,116 total finished square feet. The home features new flooring, fresh paint, new windows, recessed lighting, and a stylish electric fireplace. The updated kitchen includes new cabinets, countertops, hardware, and stainless steel appliances, and both spa style bathrooms have been tastefully refreshed. Additional highlights include a new furnace, a new central air conditioning unit, an additional 218 square feet of unfinished basement space for storage, and a 2.5 car garage. The roof and hot water heater are solid! A beautiful home with modern updates, plenty of space to enjoy, and built in value from day one.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5937 N 42nd St
General
- Price: $239,000
- Taxes: $3,260 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1978205
- Updated: Today (8/28/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: 13 x 10, Upper Level
- Bedroom 2: 12 x 7, Main Level
- Bedroom 3: 8 x 11, Main Level
Other Rooms
- Family Room: 19 x 13, Main Level
- Kitchen: 17 x 10, Main Level
- Other Room 1: 22 x 12, Lower Level
- Other Room 2: 10 x 8, Lower Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
Location
- County: Milwaukee
- Driving Directions: GPS
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, Bungalow
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl
- Basement Desc.: Block, Full, Partially Finished
- Square Feet: 2,116
- Year Built: 1924
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Zoning: RS6
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,260.4
- Tax Year: 2025
Listed by Homesmart Connect LLC
Get Pre-Approved Today
Get a Great Insurance Rate
Schools
Schools serving 5937 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 | 3 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 | 4.4 mi |
Rufus King International Middle School 121 East Hadley Street, Milwaukee, WI 53212 | 6-8 | 4.8 mi |
Rufus King International High School 1801 West Olive Street, Milwaukee, WI 53209 | 9-12 | 2.7 mi |
Milwaukee High School of the Arts 2300 West Highland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53233 | 9-12 | 5.7 mi |
Bradley Technology & Trade High School 700 South 4th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204 | 9-12 | 7.4 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 5937 N 42nd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2026
Listed
$239,000
137.1%
MLS
1/15/2026
Sold
$100,800
—
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 5937 N 42nd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,260
-40%
$160,900
32%
2024
$5,397
36%
$121,600
24%
2023
$3,978
71%
$97,800
—
2022
$2,329
26%
$97,800
34%
2021
$1,849
—
$73,000
16%
2021
$1,849
-19%
$63,200
22%
2019
$2,281
10%
$51,700
—
2018
$2,069
-16%
$51,700
—
2017
$2,453
-8%
$51,700
3%
2016
$2,652
80%
$50,200
-7%
2014
$1,477
-13%
$54,200
-14%
2013
$1,706
-10%
$62,700
-19%
2012
$1,892
—
$77,200
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 5937 N 42nd St
5937 N 42nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53209 (MLS# 1978205) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 5937 N 42nd St is currently listed for $239,000 and was received on August 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 5937 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.

