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Property Description
1st time hitting the market, this tenderly cared for ranch style home has 3BD, 1BA, a partially finished lower level & a 1.5 car garage w/ your own driveway (no alley). Whether you are a 1st time home buyer or a downsizer, this Solid home could be just for you. Special feature is a Generac Generator (for peace-of-mind) that was added in 2020. Garage & House Roof were replaced in 2021. Furnace was replaced in 2026 & A/C is only 1 year old. All your Major items are set for you. All you need to do is add your own personal touches to make this house Your New Home. Close to parks, restaurants, shopping & more. Look to the Documents Tab of the listing for more information about the property & Seller's preferred Closing Date. Welcome Home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 226 Mertens Ave
General
- Price: $199,000
- Taxes: $3,446 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1978782
- Updated: 9/3/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
- Interior Features: Wood Floors
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom: Shower over Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedroom 1: 11 x 10, Main Level
- Bedroom 2: 11 x 9, Main Level
- Bedroom 3: 9 x 8, Main Level
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 15 x 13, Main Level
- Kitchen: 12 x 10, Main Level
- Rec Room: 34 x 12, Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Garage Description: Electric Door Opener
Location
- County: Racine
- Driving Directions: Spring ST to Mertens AVE to Property.
School Information
- School District: Racine Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Central Air Conditioning, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Single Story, Ranch
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement Desc.: Block, Full, Partially Finished, Sump Pump
- Square Feet: 1,272
- Year Built: 1953
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,446.67
- Tax Year: 2025
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Schools
Schools serving 226 Mertens Ave
School District:Racine School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fratt Elementary School 3501 Kinzie Avenue, Racine, WI 53405 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Mitchell Elementary School, Racine, WI 2701 Drexel Avenue, Racine, WI 53403 | K-5 | 2.1 mi |
Park High School 1901 12th Street, Racine, WI 53403 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 226 Mertens Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/02/2026
Listed
$199,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 226 Mertens Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,447
16%
$149,600
14%
2024
$2,974
7%
$130,700
10%
2023
$2,779
9%
$119,000
10%
2022
$2,560
-1%
$108,000
10%
2021
$2,591
-1%
$98,000
—
2020
$2,610
10%
$98,000
8%
2019
$2,372
3%
$91,000
8%
2018
$2,302
-4%
$84,000
4%
2017
$2,407
-2%
$81,000
—
2016
$2,453
-1%
$81,000
—
2015
$2,490
1%
$81,000
-4%
2014
$2,464
-4%
$84,000
-5%
2013
$2,563
—
$88,000
—
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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226 Mertens Ave, Racine, WI 53405 (MLS# 1978782) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 226 Mertens Ave is currently listed for $199,000 and was received on September 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 226 Mertens Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Racine? You can browse all Racine real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

