$300,000
UNDER CONTRACT

845 Messmer St Fort Atkinson, WI 53538

Estimated payment $2,014/month

Total Views 2,343
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,009 Sq Ft
$149 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Great Room

About This Home

This one-of-a-kind home sits tucked away on a peaceful dead-end street, perched among the treetops in the heart of Fort Atkinson. Full of personality and charm, it offers a rare escape from the ordinary. Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a cozy stone fireplace, and a layout that flows with charm. Step outside to a large deck perfect for morning coffee or evening unwinding. A 2-car garage with generous storage space and rooms throughout. Updated LVP flooring and paint on the main level and bedrooms. It’s the kind of home that doesn’t come around often.

Listing Agent

Tyler Van Elzen

Compass Real Estate Wisconsin License #92088-94 Listed on: 06/02/2025

Compass Real Estate Wisconsin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,592

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Basement Ceilings are 8 Feet High
  • Block Basement Construction
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Call School District Elementary School
  • Fort Atkinson Middle School
  • Fort Atkinson High School

Utilities

  • Radiant Heating System
  • Water Softener
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,592

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Municipality: Fort Atkinson
  • Status Detail: Offer-Show
  • Mailing City: Fort Atkinson
  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Single Family
  • Type Of Property: 1 story
  • Architecture: Prairie/Craftsman
  • Items Included: Refrigerator, Oven, dishwasher, washer, dryer
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Above Grade Price Per Sq Ft: 200.13
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1499
  • Finished Non Exp Sq Ft: 510
  • Finished Sq Ft: 2009
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Lower Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 10x28, On Level: L
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13x14, On Level: M
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 10x14, On Level: M
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11x17, On Level: L
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 7x17, On Level: M
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast bar, Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 12x15, On Level: M
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 11x18, On Level: M
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 11x18, On Level: M
  • Other Room 1: Other, Dimensions: 8x17, On Level: L
  • Laundry: On Level: L
  • Basement: Full, Full Size Windows/Exposed, Walkout to yard, Partially finished, 8'+ Ceiling, Block foundation
  • Fireplace: Wood, 1 fireplace
  • Interior Amenities: Wood or sim. wood floor, Walk-in closet(s), Great room, Vaulted ceiling, Skylight(s), Washer, Dryer, Water softener inc, Security system, Cable available, At Least 1 tub, Split bedrooms, Internet - Cable
  • Primary Bedroom Bathrooms: Full, Walk-in Shower

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Wood, Stone
  • Exterior Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Paved
  • Garage: 2 car, Attached, Opener
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Fuel: Natural gas
  • Heating Cooling: Radiant
  • Water Waste: Municipal water, Municipal sewer

Schools

  • School District: Fort Atkinson
  • Elementary School: Call School District
  • Middle School: Fort Atkinson
  • High School: Fort Atkinson
  • Elementary School: Call School District
  • High School: Fort Atkinson
  • Middle School: Fort Atkinson
  • School District: Fort Atkinson

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 226-0614-3331-058
  • Estimated Aces: 0.24
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Zoning: Res
  • Geo Subdivision: WI

Tax Info

  • Land Assessment: 48500
  • Improvements: 211000
  • Total Assessment: 259500
  • Assessment year: 2024
  • Net Taxes: 4592
  • Tax Year: 2024

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $4,857 $259,500 $48,500 $211,000
2023 $4,493 $259,500 $48,500 $211,000
2022 $4,393 $168,000 $33,500 $134,500
2021 $3,194 $141,000 $33,500 $107,500
2020 $3,141 $141,000 $33,500 $107,500
2019 $3,002 $141,000 $33,500 $107,500
2018 $2,897 $141,000 $33,500 $107,500
2017 $2,853 $141,000 $33,500 $107,500
2016 $2,869 $136,800 $30,000 $106,800
2015 $3,717 $169,200 $30,000 $139,200
2014 -- $169,200 $30,000 $139,200
2013 $3,684 $169,200 $30,000 $139,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 For Sale $300,000 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Off Market $300,000 -- --
07/09/2021 07/09/21 Sold $225,000 0.0% $112 / Sq Ft
06/07/2021 06/07/21 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2021 05/04/21 For Sale $225,000 +71.8% $112 / Sq Ft
06/25/2015 06/25/15 Sold $131,000 -2.9% $65 / Sq Ft
04/24/2015 04/24/15 Pending -- -- --
11/04/2014 11/04/14 For Sale $134,900 -- $67 / Sq Ft
Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $225,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $131,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $213,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $115,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $128,627 FHA
Previous Owner $6,849 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 2001224

South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

APN: 226-0614-3331-058