$424,900

5686 N River Forest Dr Milwaukee, WI 53209

Parkway Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,764/month

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,501 Sq Ft
$283 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Open Floorplan
  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Nicolet High School Rated A
  • Ranch Style House
  • Fireplace

About This Home

You won't want to miss this renovated riverfront gem. This home offers the perfect blend of updates, quality finishes, space and exceptional value. Imagine starting your mornings by the river listening to the gentle flow of the river. Inside you will find the light filled living room ideal for gatherings flowing seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen. The modern touches in the kitchen will be perfect for an evening in while the oversized fireplace will be the perfect spot on the cold winter nights. Split-living layout provides privacy and flexibility. Primary suite with a newly designed bathroom offers a peaceful retreat to call your own. With a new furnace, AC, windows, and kitchen appliances this home is truly move-in ready. Riverfront living has never felt so effortless.

Listing Agent

Adam Loeffel

Shorewest Realtors, Inc. Brokerage Email: PropertyInfo@shorewest.com License #91712-94 Listed on: 11/22/2025

Shorewest Realtors, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,240

Lot Details

  • 0.44 Acre Lot

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,501 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Accessible Home Design

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Ramp on the garage level

Schools

  • Parkway Elementary School
  • Glen Hills Middle School
  • Nicolet High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1670229000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,240

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Single-Family
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.44
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven/range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Vent Hood.
  • Directions: W Silver Spring to N Milwaukee Parkway. Right on W Kendall Ave which turns into N Sunset. Right onto W La Salle Ave and right onto RIver Forest Drive.
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: 1 Story
  • Attribution Contact: PropertyInfo@shorewest.com
  • Property Information:Est Total Sq Ft: 1501
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Disposal, Dishwasher
  • Accessibility Features: Level Drive, Stall Shower, Ramped or Level from Garage, Open Floor Plan, Full Bath on Main Level, Laundry on Main Level, Bedroom on Main Level
  • Has Basement: Slab
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Natural Fireplace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Simulated Wood Floors
  • Interior Amenities: High Speed Internet

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: View of Water
  • Construction Type: Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Paved, Parking Space
  • Garage Type: Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Municipal Sewer

Schools

  • Elementary School: Parkway
  • Junior High Dist: Glendale-River Hills
  • High School: Nicolet
  • Middle Or Junior School: Glen Hills

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 19166.4
  • Parcel #: 1670229000

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6239.57
  • Tax Year: 2024

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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 $9,359 $306,700 $168,200 $138,500
2023 $4,475 $180,000 $81,500 $98,500
2022 $4,376 $180,000 $81,500 $98,500
2021 $4,386 $180,000 $81,500 $98,500
2020 $4,299 $180,000 $81,500 $98,500
2019 $4,131 $180,000 $81,500 $98,500
2018 $4,974 $167,100 $81,500 $85,600
2017 $4,386 $167,100 $81,500 $85,600
2016 $4,032 $160,800 $81,500 $79,300
2015 $4,220 $160,800 $81,500 $79,300
2014 $4,133 $160,800 $81,500 $79,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/22/2025 11/22/25 For Sale $424,900 +70.0% $283 / Sq Ft
08/05/2025 08/05/25 For Sale $250,000 +25.0% $205 / Sq Ft
07/30/2025 07/30/25 Sold $200,000 -- $164 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
Source: Metro MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $200,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: Metro MLS

MLS Number: 1943367

Metro MLS

APN: 167-0229-000