$296,000
SOLD FEB 17, 2025

412 N Rusk Ave Sparta, WI 54656

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,525 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$194 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is near a park
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 3-minute walk to Memorial Park

About This Home

As of February 2025

This beautifully renovated home combines vintage charm with modern updates, offering the best of both worlds. With 3 beds and 2 baths, the house has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its' original Victorian character. Featuring new electrical and plumbing systems, custom low-E windows, and new flooring throughout. The kitchen has been expertly redesigned with new cabinetry, countertops, a stylish backsplash and farmhouse sink. One bathroom is entirely new while the the other has been fully updated. Outside you'll find a newly built 1 car garage and fenced in back yard. The spacious front porch, now open and inviting, overlooks Memorial Park. Additionally, Perch Lake, River Run Golf Course, Sparta Aquatic Center and schools are all within walking distance.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Roscovius

EXP Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: 608-377-3342 License #98226-94 Listed on: 01/17/2025

EXP Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

SCWMLS Non-Member

South Central Non-Member

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,769

Year Built

  • Built in 1903

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced Yard
  • Corner Lot

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,525 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Low Emissivity Windows
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Oven or Range
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Alley Access
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage

Location

  • Property is near a park

Schools

  • Herrman Elementary School
  • Sparta Meadowview Middle School
  • Sparta High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Cooling System
  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening

Listing and Financial Details

  • $7,104 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,769

Year Built

Built in 1903

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: Sparta
  • Status Detail: Sold
  • Mailing City: Sparta
  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Single Family
  • Type Of Property: 2 story
  • Architecture: Victorian
  • Items Excluded: Seller's Personal Items
  • Items Included: Fridge, Stove, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Storage Shed in back yard
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Above Grade Price Per Sq Ft: 193.44
  • Above Grade Sold Price Per Sq Ft: 194.1
  • Reso Accessibility Features: First floor bedroom, First floor full bath
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1525
  • Finished Sq Ft: 1525
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 11x11, On Level: M
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x14, On Level: U
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9x17, On Level: U
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 12x15, On Level: M
  • Kitchen Features: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 12x17, On Level: M
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11x15, On Level: M
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 7x13, On Level: M
  • Basement: Full
  • Interior Amenities: Wood or sim. wood floor, Walk-in closet(s), Washer, Dryer, At Least 1 tub
  • Primary Bedroom Bathrooms: None

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fenced Yard, Storage building

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Garage: 1 car, Detached, Opener, Alley entrance
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 1

Utilities

  • Fuel: Natural gas, Electric
  • Heating Cooling: Forced air, Wall AC
  • Water Waste: Municipal water, Municipal sewer

Schools

  • School District: Sparta
  • Elementary School: Herrman
  • Middle School: Sparta Meadowview
  • High School: Sparta
  • Elementary School: Herrman
  • High School: Sparta
  • Middle School: Sparta Meadowview
  • School District: Sparta

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 281-00145-0000
  • Estimated Aces: 0.16
  • Lot Description: Corner, Adjacent park/public land, Sidewalk
  • Zoning: Residentia
  • Geo Subdivision: WI

Green Features

  • Energy Eff Green: Low E Windows

Tax Info

  • Land Assessment: 9200
  • Improvements: 120800
  • Total Assessment: 130000
  • Assessment year: 2024
  • Net Taxes: 1769
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2024
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Dries Anthony J
Bought by
Castle Rock Renovations Llc
Seller's Agent
Tammy Simmons
RE/MAX Results
Buyer's Agent
NON MLS-LAC
NON MLS
List Price
$115,000
Sold Price
$106,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-7.83%
Views
33
Current Estimated Value
$263,188

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$157,188
Avg. Annual Appreciation
188.60%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 28, 2017
Sold by
Dries Jo Ellen R and Dries Michael F
Bought by
Dries Anthony

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$36,734
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $106,000 Paul Bohac
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $25,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $3,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $34,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $36,734 New Conventional
Previous Owner $46,400 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/17/2025 02/17/25 Sold $296,000 +0.3% $194 / Sq Ft
01/26/2025 01/26/25 Pending -- -- --
01/22/2025 01/22/25 For Sale $295,000 -0.3% $193 / Sq Ft
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Off Market $296,000 -- --
08/14/2024 08/14/24 Sold $106,000 +1.0% $76 / Sq Ft
08/01/2024 08/01/24 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2024 07/29/24 Price Changed $105,000 -4.5% $75 / Sq Ft
07/18/2024 07/18/24 Price Changed $110,000 -4.3% $79 / Sq Ft
07/08/2024 07/08/24 For Sale $115,000 0.0% $82 / Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2024 06/02/24 For Sale $115,000 -- $82 / Sq Ft
Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,769 $130,000 $9,200 $120,800
2023 $1,680 $108,800 $9,200 $99,600
2022 $1,740 $102,700 $9,200 $93,500
2021 $1,536 $84,300 $9,200 $75,100
2020 $1,499 $79,000 $9,200 $69,800
2019 $1,430 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2018 $1,415 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2017 $1,372 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2016 $1,312 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2015 $1,526 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2014 $1,254 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
2011 $1,267 $59,300 $10,600 $48,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 1992028

South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

APN: 281-00145-0000