Step into a piece of Wisconsin history with the iconic MacArthur Hotel, located in the heart of Bruce, Wisconsin. This beautifully preserved early 20th-century building offers endless potential for investors, entrepreneurs, or preservationists seeking a standout property with timeless character and small-town charm. The building features a classic brick faade, original architectural details, and a commanding presence on W Railroad Avenue?just steps from Bruce?s main thoroughfare. With multiple stories, large front-facing windows, and flexible interior space, this property is perfect for redevelopment as a boutique hotel, restaurant, retail space, event venue, apartments, or a combination thereof. Features 15 livable rooms with 2 full bathrooms on each of the two main hospitality floors. The living quarters features 3 bedrooms, living room, and kitchen with 1.5 bath.
Active
Price cut: $20K (9/12)
$159,000
126 West Railroad Avenue, Bruce, WI 54819
18beds
4,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1902
0.35 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$40/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic brick faadeOriginal architectural detailsLarge front-facing windowsFlexible interior space
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- 392 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 12, 2025 at 04:02am
Listed by:
Jake Nelson 715-415-2833,
CB Northern Escape/Ladysmith
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1593959
Originating MLS: REALTORS Association of Northwestern WI
Originating MLS: REALTORS Association of Northwestern WITour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 18
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Features
- Basement: Partial,Concrete
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,000
- Total interior livable area: 4,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi-Level
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 106000920000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Steel Siding
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Bruce
- Municipality: Bruce
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $40/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $106,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,216
- Date on market: 7/28/2025
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,008/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/12/2025 | Price change | $159,000-11.2%$40/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1593959 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $179,000$45/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1593959 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,217 +9.8% | $77,500 |
| 2023 | $1,109 +4.2% | $77,500 |
| 2022 | $1,064 +3.7% | $77,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$978/mo
Principal & interest
$762
Property taxes
$160
Home insurance
$56
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 54819
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Bruce Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 9/10Bruce Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Bruce High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Bruce
Source: WIREX MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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