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$199,000

226 Mertens AVENUE, Racine, WI 53405

3beds

1,272sqft

$1,464/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1953

4,356 Square Feet Lot

$199,900 Zestimate^®

$156/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Partially finished lower level

1st time hitting the market, this tenderly cared for ranch style home has 3BD, 1BA, a partially finished lower level & a 1.5 car garage w/ your own driveway (no alley). Whether you are a 1st time home buyer or a downsizer, this Solid home could be just for you. Special feature is a Generac Generator (for peace-of-mind) that was added in 2020. Garage & House Roof were replaced in 2021. Furnace was replaced in 2026 & A/C is only 1 year old. All your Major items are set for you. All you need to do is add your own personal touches to make this house Your New Home. Close to parks, restaurants, shopping & more. Look to the Documents Tab of the listing for more information about the property & Seller's preferred Closing Date. Welcome Home!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 3

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 110
Dimensions: 11 x 10

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 99
Dimensions: 11 x 9

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 72
Dimensions: 9 x 8

Bathroom

Features: Shower Over Tub

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 120
Dimensions: 12 x 10

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Flooring: Wood
Basement: Block,Full,Partially Finished,Sump Pump

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,272
Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft
Finished area above ground: 864
Finished area below ground: 408

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1.5
Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, 1 Car
Garage spaces: 1.5

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Patio

Lot

Size: 4,356 Square Feet
Features: Sidewalks

Details

Parcel number: 06679000
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Aluminum Siding, Aluminum/Steel

Condition

21+ Years
New construction: No
Year built: 1953

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Racine
Municipality: Racine

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $156/sqft
Tax assessed value: $149,600
Annual tax amount: $3,446
Date on market: 9/2/2026
Listing terms: Auction
Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Curtain Rods & Brackets, Blinds, Dehumidifier, Whole House Generator
Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property

Estimated market value

$199,900

$190,000 - $210,000

$2,120/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/2/2026	Listed for sale	$199,000$156/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1978782 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,447 +15.9%	$149,600 +14.5%
2024	$2,974 +7%	$130,700 +9.8%
2023	$2,779 +8.5%	$119,000 +10.2%
2022	$2,560 -1.2%	$108,000 +10.2%
2021	$2,591 -9.5%	$98,000
2020	$2,863 +20.7%	$98,000 +7.7%
2019	$2,372 +3%	$91,000 +12.3%
2018	$2,302 -4.3%	$81,000
2017	$2,407 -6.1%	$81,000
2016	$2,563	$81,000
2015	$2,563	$81,000
2014	$2,563	$81,000 -8%
2013	$2,563 -6.3%	$88,000 -8.3%
2012	$2,734 +6.1%	$96,000 -5%
2011	$2,576 +4.6%	$101,000 -1.9%
2010	$2,464 +0.7%	$103,000 -3.7%
2009	$2,446 +0.9%	$107,000
2008	$2,424 +2.9%	$107,000
2007	$2,355 +3.5%	$107,000 +3.9%
2006	$2,276 +6.7%	$103,000 +10.8%
2005	$2,133 +3.8%	$93,000 +9.4%
2004	$2,055 +7.8%	$85,000 +7.6%
2003	$1,906 +7.6%	$79,000 +6.8%
2002	$1,771 -1.9%	$74,000 +4.2%
2001	$1,806 +1.7%	$71,000 +4.4%
2000	$1,775	$68,000