Opportunity meets Northwoods charm on Little Manitowish Lake! This unique carriage house features a main-level garage with comfortable living quarters above, offering flexibility for year-round living, a vacation getaway, or future expansion. Originally designed as a temporary residence while a larger home was planned, the property now presents endless possibilities to customize and grow. The upper-level living space includes a primary bedroom with an adjoining office currently used for additional sleeping space with bunk beds. On the main level, the heated single-stall garage has also doubled as a bunk/rec room and includes its own bathroom shared with the laundry and mechanical room, creating even more room for guests. Set on an incredible 614’ of frontage on Little Manitowish Lake, just a few miles from Manitowish Waters, this property is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything the Manitowish Waters Chain has to offer. The peninsula-style lot delivers unreal sunset views and offers the rare ability to enjoy water views looking north, west, and south all from one property. Excellent fishing, boating, swimming, and recreation are right outside your door. The 3-car garage setup includes a spacious 2-car portion measuring 29’ deep, ideal for storing vehicles, boats, and outdoor gear. Seller improvements include a newer conventional 4-bedroom septic system and an in-ground sprinkler system, providing a strong foundation for future plans. Whether you envision expanding the existing footprint, creating the ultimate lake retreat, or enjoying it just as it is, this waterfront property offers exceptional potential in a prime Chain location.
Under contract
$899,900
5241 McIlvain Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
1beds
1,161sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2014
1.15 Acres Lot
$858,400 Zestimate®
$775/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Unreal sunset viewsComfortable living quarters aboveHeated single-stall garageMain-level garagePeninsula-style lot
- 33 days |
- 227 |
- 4 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
ADAM BRUCKNER 608-445-9851,
COLLECTIVE REAL ESTATE GROUP
Source: GNMLS,MLS#: 216965
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11'7x12
Bathroom
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Kitchen
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11'9x10'2
Living room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19x17'6
Living room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19x17'6
Office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10x7'9
Sunroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15'9x13'2
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Pellet Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,161
- Total interior livable area: 1,161 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,161
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage, Heated Garage, Storage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Dock, Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Other, Shoreline - Sand, Shoreline - Fisherman/Weeds, Bayfront, Lake Front
- Body of water: MANITOWISH
- Frontage type: Bay/Harbor,Lakefront
- Frontage length: 614,614
Lot
- Size: 1.15 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Dead End, Lake Front, Open Space, Views, Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 16121812
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other,Raised Ranch,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured, Slab
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: County Septic Maintenance Program - Yes, Conventional Sewer
- Water: Drilled Well
- Utilities for property: Phone Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Shopping, Skiing
Location
- Region: Manitowish Waters
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $775/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $365,500
- Annual tax amount: $3,346
- Date on market: 5/9/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$858,400
$815,000 - $901,000
$1,959/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Contingent | $899,900$775/sqft |
Source:  GNMLS #216965 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900-8.8%$775/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #216965 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2025 | Listing removed | $987,000$850/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #212453 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $987,000-0.3%$850/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #212453 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2025 | Listing removed | $990,000$853/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #209224 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2024 | Price change | $990,000-10%$853/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #209224 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+4900%$947/sqft |
Source: GNMLS #209224 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2012 | Sold | $22,000$19/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,286 +15.3% | $365,500 |
| 2023 | $2,850 -3.9% | $365,500 |
| 2022 | $2,967 +7.6% | $365,500 |
| 2021 | $2,756 -2.7% | $365,500 |
| 2020 | $2,832 +8.4% | $365,500 |
| 2019 | $2,611 +1.4% | $365,500 |
| 2018 | $2,575 +2.2% | $365,500 |
| 2017 | $2,518 -1.4% | $365,500 |
| 2016 | $2,553 -3.9% | $365,500 |
| 2015 | $2,656 +5.6% | $365,500 |
| 2014 | $2,514 +3.2% | $365,500 |
| 2013 | $2,436 | $365,500 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 54545
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10North Lakeland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 2/10Lakeland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 16.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: VI North Lakeland
- Middle: VI North Lakeland
- High: ON Lakeland Union
Source: GNMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Vilas County
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- 54545
- 5241 McIlvain Rd
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