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Property Description
Why rent when you could own a place of your own--for less? This charming two-bedroom home at 401 S. Third Street offers an affordable opportunity to enjoy the convenience and character of downtown Watertown. Priced at $200,000, it is an ideal choice for a first-time buyer, downsizer or anyone looking for a comfortable home in a wonderfully walkable location. Leave the car at home and stroll to the historic Towne Cinema, Bentzin Family Town Square, the Watertown Public Library, parks, restaurants, shops and groceries. Cute, convenient and affordably priced, this home puts the best of downtown Watertown right outside your door!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 401 S 3rd St
General
- Price: $200,000
- Taxes: $3,082 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
- MLS ID: 1982350
- Updated: 10/9/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cable TV Available
- Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom: Ceramic Tile, Shower over Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedroom 1: 13 x 16
- Bedroom 2: 13 x 12
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 16 x 16, Main Level
- Kitchen: 11 x 11, Main Level
- Dining Room: 15 x 12, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
Location
- County: Jefferson
- Driving Directions: Corner of South 3rd Street and Dodge.
School Information
- School District: Watertown Unified
- Middle School: Riverside
Heating & Cooling
- Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Central Air Conditioning, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: 1.5 Story, Bungalow
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Block, Full
- Square Feet: 1,162
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.07
- Zoning: RES
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $3,082
- Tax Year: 2025
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Schools
Schools serving 401 S 3rd St
School District:Watertown School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lincoln Elementary School, Watertown, WI 210 North Montgomery Street, Watertown, WI 53094 | PK-2 | 0.5 mi |
Webster Elementary School, Watertown, WI 634 South 12th Street, Watertown, WI 53094 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Schurz Elementary School 1508 Neenah Street, Watertown, WI 53094 | PK-5 | 1 mi |
Riverside Middle School, Watertown, WI 131 Hall Street, Watertown, WI 53094 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Watertown High School 825 Endeavour Drive, Watertown, WI 53098 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Douglas Elementary School, Watertown, WI 1101 Prospect Street, Watertown, WI 53098 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Lebanon Elementary School, Watertown, WI W4712 County Road O, Watertown, WI 53098 | K-5 | 5.3 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 401 S 3rd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/09/2026
Listed
$200,000
87.47%
MLS
4/23/2016
Sold
$106,684
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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 401 S 3rd St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,873
-33%
$114,100
—
2024
$2,801
51%
$114,100
24%
2023
$1,860
15%
$92,200
—
2022
$1,620
3%
$92,200
44%
2021
$1,580
—
$64,000
—
2020
$1,580
-11%
$64,000
—
2019
$1,785
19%
$64,000
—
2018
$1,500
5%
$64,000
—
2017
$1,424
1%
$64,000
—
2016
$1,406
1%
$64,000
—
2015
$1,390
-3%
$64,000
—
2014
$1,434
—
$64,000
—
2013
$1,434
—
$64,000
—
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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401 S 3rd St, Watertown, WI 53094 (MLS# 1982350) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 401 S 3rd St is currently listed for $200,000 and was received on October 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 401 S 3rd St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Watertown? You can browse all Watertown real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

