268 S Cottage St Whitewater, WI 53190
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,456
Sq Ft
5,663
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Colonial Architecture
- Den
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Wood Flooring
- Fenced Yard
- 2-minute walk to Big Brick Park
About This Home
As of February 2025Charming 2-story colonial in Whitewater with 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, and a versatile main floor den/office. The formal dining room boasts a bow window, offering plenty of natural light. Warm up to the cozy wood-burning fireplace in the living room. Enjoy the large eat-in kitchen and the simulated wood plank floors on the first floor. The backyard with the newer 6-foot privacy fence offers a patio that is great for outdoor relaxation. Additional parking space adds convenience. Basement has additional shower and sink. Includes HSA Home Warranty. Come check out this warm, inviting space in a great location! Short distance to UW Campus. All measurements are approximate. Verify if important. Buyer to verify all current Zoning and Ordinances, etc.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Shorewest, REALTORS Brokerage Phone: 608-754-2121 License #83911-94 Listed on: 12/11/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,907
Year Built
- Built in 1890
Lot Details
- 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 70.98x84.02x71x84.06
- Fenced Yard
- Property is zoned R2
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Radon Mitigation System
Interior Spaces
- 1,456 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Den
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathtub
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Outdoor Features
- Patio
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary School
- Whitewater Middle School
- Whitewater High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Cooling System
- Water Softener
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- $10,400 Seller Concession
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 11, 2024
Closed on
Feb 21, 2025
Sold by
Menzies Max
Bought by
Clark Martha and Clark Peter
Seller's Agent
Jenny Hallett
Shorewest, REALTORS
Buyer's Agent
Nikki Duffy
Century 21 Affiliated
List Price
$248,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
$12,000
4.84%
Total Days on Market
33
Views
85
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,551
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-7.42%
Original Mortgage
$265,590
Outstanding Balance
$265,369
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
-$10,920
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 30, 2021
Closed on
Feb 28, 2022
Sold by
Seed Real Estate Llc
Bought by
Menzies Max
Seller's Agent
Toni Vander Heyden
Keller Williams Realty Signature
Buyer's Agent
NON-NWIAR Member
NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
List Price
$170,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
5.88%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.13%
Original Mortgage
$174,600
Interest Rate
3.69%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Land & Water Investment Llc
Bought by
Seed Real Estate Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,250
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2015
Sold by
Doyle David and Doyle Laura
Bought by
Land & Water Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2012
Sold by
Doyle David J
Bought by
Land & Water Investments Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 2007
Sold by
Hallahan Jeff and Hallahan Shela D
Bought by
Doyle David J and Doyle Laura K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,800
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $260,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $180,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $155,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Land Contract | $128,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $146,167 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $146,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $265,590 | VA | |
| Previous Owner | $174,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $116,250 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $116,800 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Sold | $260,000 | +4.8% | $179 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2025 02/10/25 | For Sale | $248,000 | -4.6% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | Off Market | $260,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/03/2025 01/03/25 | Price Changed | $248,000 | -2.0% | $170 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2024 12/11/24 | For Sale | $253,000 | +40.6% | $174 / Sq Ft |
| 02/28/2022 02/28/22 | Sold | $180,000 | +5.9% | $113 / Sq Ft |
| 01/18/2022 01/18/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/15/2022 01/15/22 | For Sale | $170,000 | 0.0% | $107 / Sq Ft |
| 01/05/2022 01/05/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/30/2021 12/30/21 | For Sale | $170,000 | -- | $107 / Sq Ft |
Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,907 | $194,900 | $46,700 | $148,200 |
| 2023 | $2,887 | $180,000 | $46,700 | $133,300 |
| 2022 | $2,993 | $168,500 | $46,700 | $121,800 |
| 2021 | $3,116 | $155,000 | $46,700 | $108,300 |
| 2020 | $3,412 | $168,200 | $46,700 | $121,500 |
| 2019 | $3,384 | $165,000 | $46,700 | $118,300 |
| 2018 | $3,308 | $161,800 | $46,700 | $115,100 |
| 2017 | $3,015 | $152,400 | $46,700 | $105,700 |
| 2016 | $3,126 | $152,400 | $46,700 | $105,700 |
| 2015 | $3,056 | $149,200 | $46,700 | $102,500 |
| 2014 | $2,675 | $147,200 | $46,700 | $100,500 |
| 2013 | $2,675 | $141,900 | $46,700 | $95,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jenny Hallett
J
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jenny Hallett
Shorewest, REALTORS
(608) 290-6555
1 in this area
14 Total Sales
-
Nikki Duffy
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Nikki Duffy
Century 21 Affiliated
(608) 289-4588
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
-
Toni Vander Heyden
Seller's Agent in 2022
Toni Vander Heyden
Keller Williams Realty Signature
(815) 315-1110
1 in this area
1,479 Total Sales
-
NON-NWIAR Member
N
Buyer's Agent in 2022
NON-NWIAR Member
NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®
(815) 395-6776
Map
Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service
MLS Number: 1990579
APN: /CL00069A
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