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  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1,441 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 7 hours ago
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Unique opportunity w/incredible potential! Offering over 1,400 sq ft all on one level, this distinctive single family property features a huge storefront-style front space plus 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, & a kitchen located toward the rear of the home. Whether you're looking for something outside the ordinary or a property with room to bring your own vision to life, this one is worth a look. Side driveway leads to a 2-car garage and fenced-in yard. Major updates include a new commercial roof in November 2019 & boiler serviced and brought up to code in December 2023, WH 2021. Property could use some updating but offers tremendous possibilities. Conveniently located near the VA, restaurants, state fairgrounds, bars, parks, and highway, w/an easy commute to downtown Milwaukee. Bring your ideas!!!

Full Property Details for 1579 S 56th St

General

  • Price: $250,000
  • Taxes: $3,688 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MetroMLS_Milwaukee_Wirex
  • MLS ID: 1983332
  • Updated: Today (10/8/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Appliances: Dryer, Other, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: At least one Bathtub, Shower over Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Bedroom 1: 10 x 9, Main Level
  • Bedroom 2: 10 x 9, Main Level

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 40 x 25, Main Level
  • Family Room: 23 x 13, Main Level
  • Kitchen: 12 x 12, Main Level

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2

Location

  • County: Milwaukee
  • Driving Directions: National to 56th Street, south to Home on the corner. 1579 South 56th Street, West Allis, WI 53214

School Information

  • School District: West Allis-West Milwaukee

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating/Cooling: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant

Utilities

  • Water/Sewer: Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Single Story, Ranch
  • Exterior Const.: Brick, Vinyl
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Square Feet: 1,441
  • Year Built: 1923

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
  • Zoning: RES

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $3,688.84
  • Tax Year: 2025

Listed by Shorewest Realtors, Inc.

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Schools serving 1579 S 56th St

School District:West Allis School District
NameGradesDistance
Pershing Elementary School, West Milwaukee, WI
1330 South 47th Street, West Milwaukee, WI 53214
K-50.6 mi
West Milwaukee Intermediate School
5104 West Greenfield Avenue, West Milwaukee, WI 53214
6-80.4 mi
Central High School, West Allis, WI
8516 West Lincoln Avenue, West Allis, WI 53227
9-122 mi
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Price & Sales History for 1579 S 56th St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
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10/08/2026
Listed
$250,000
212.5%
MLS
1/11/2013
Sold
$80,000
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Tax History for 1579 S 56th St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,689
8%
$169,900
—
2024
$3,402
19%
$169,900
65%
2023
$2,855
—
$102,900
—
2022
$2,849
10%
$102,900
—
2021
$2,595
-15%
$102,900
—
2020
$3,052
2%
$102,900
—
2019
$2,981
8%
$102,900
—
2018
$2,761
-3%
$102,900
—
2017
$2,835
3%
$102,900
—
2016
$2,746
—
$102,900
—
2015
$2,733
—
$102,900
—
2014
$2,731
-8%
$102,900
-4%
2013
$2,958
7485%
$107,300
-18%
2012
$39
—
$131,400
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1579 S 56th St, West Allis, WI 53214 (MLS# 1983332) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1579 S 56th St is currently listed for $250,000 and was received on October 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 1579 S 56th St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in West Allis? You can browse all West Allis real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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