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Searching for historic homes for sale in and around Milwaukee? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Despite often needing a little TLC, there’s just something special about vintage houses that’s hard to capture in today’s new construction. From classic architectural styles to all the custom millwork that’s rarely duplicated by modern home builders, there’s usually a lot to take in when it comes to historic houses listed on the Milwaukee real estate market. Featured below is every home listed on the market that was built prior to 1940, so for more information about a property or to schedule a private home tour, give us a call at your earliest convenience, or continue reading more about historic homes for sale in Milwaukee below.

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3209 W Wells St, Milwaukee

$1,956,000 - 8 Beds, 7 Baths, 9,300 Sf

MLS® # 1782119

Listed Courtesy of Realty Executives - Integrity

3209 W Wells St, Milwaukee

$1,956,000 - 9,300 Sf

MLS® # 1782116

Listed Courtesy of Realty Executives - Integrity

2363 S Kinnickinnic Ave 2371, Milwaukee

$1,750,000 - 15,832 Sf

MLS® # 1818924

Listed Courtesy of Anderson Commercial Group, LLC

1411 E Potter Ave, Milwaukee

$1,300,000

MLS® # 1814750

Listed Courtesy of The Stefaniak Group, LLC

1411 E Potter Ave, Milwaukee

$1,300,000 - 5,004 Sf

MLS® # 1814608

Listed Courtesy of The Stefaniak Group, LLC

1170 W Windlake Ave, Milwaukee

$1,190,000 - 29,000 Sf

MLS® # 1824054

Listed Courtesy of Vineyard Real Estate, LLC

3468 N Oakland Ave, Milwaukee

$1,100,000 - 3,313 Sf

MLS® # 1817697

Listed Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty

2414 E Newberry Blvd, Milwaukee

$1,095,900 - 6 Beds, 3 Baths, 5,987 Sf

MLS® # 1822740

Listed Courtesy of Powers Realty Group

807 W Mitchell St -813, Milwaukee

$1,059,000 - 8,000 Sf

MLS® # 1816544

Listed Courtesy of Homestead Realty, Inc

807 W Mitchell St -813, Milwaukee

$1,059,000

MLS® # 1816543

Listed Courtesy of Homestead Realty, Inc

4240 N 78th St, Milwaukee

$1,000,000 - 22,506 Sf

MLS® # 1811367

Listed Courtesy of Shorewest Realtors, Inc.

4252 N Teutonia Ave, Milwaukee

$979,000

MLS® # 1826166

Listed Courtesy of Modern Heights Management LLC

Buying an Entry-Level Historic Home in Milwaukee

If you’re looking for a project during your Milwaukee home search, taking a closer look at some of Milwaukee’s oldest homes might be a good place to begin looking for that perfect fixer-upper. If you consider yourself a handy man or woman and are capable of doing a lot of the remodeling work yourself, buying an older historic home in Milwaukee can also save you a whole lot of money during the home buying process, which is why historic homes aren’t a bad option for young and first time home buyers to consider—as long as you do your due diligence and know you’re not buying into a never ending money pit full of unexpected surprises. 

Luxury Historic Homes For Sale in Milwaukee

Also keep in mind that some of Milwaukee’s most expensive homes on the market are historic homes, full of charm, character, and a mixture of modern updates that combine luxury with comfort. Many of Milwaukee’s most spectacular historic houses sit alongside the lakefront, either just north of town in the Upper East Side, or just south of town in the highly-desirable Bayview neighborhood. Look for many of these luxury properties to be priced somewhere between $500,000 and just over $800,000, which should get you a fabulous move-in ready home with plenty of living space and curb appeal that’s off the charts.