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.
Contingent
$300,000
845 Messmer Street, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
4beds
2,009sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$291,500 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy stone fireplacePerched among the treetopsPeaceful dead-end streetLarge deck
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 24, 2025 at 08:26pm
Listed by:
Tyler Van Elzen 920-716-3359,
Compass Real Estate Wisconsin
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 2001224
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLS
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Great Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 10 x 28
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedroom 4
- Level: Lower
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 11 x 17
Bathroom
- Features: At least 1 Tub, Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Master Bedroom Bath, Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 119
- Dimensions: 7 x 17
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral/vaulted ceiling, High Speed Internet, Breakfast Bar, Pantry
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Exposed,Full Size Windows,Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished,8'+ Ceiling,Block
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,009
- Total interior livable area: 2,009 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,499
- Finished area below ground: 510
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car, Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 10,454.4 Square Feet
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 22606143331058
- Zoning: Res
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Prairie/Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Stone
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Fort Atkinson
- Municipality: Fort Atkinson
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $149/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $259,500
- Annual tax amount: $4,592
- Date on market: 7/16/2025
- Inclusions: Refrigerator, Oven, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Estimated market value
$291,500
$277,000 - $306,000
$2,182/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2025 | Contingent | $300,000$149/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #2001224 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $300,000+33.3%$149/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2001224 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Sold | $225,000+25.1%$112/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1738668 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2021 | Pending sale | $179,900$90/sqft |
Source: SCWMLS #1908224 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $179,900+37.3%$90/sqft |
Source: SCWMLS #1908224 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,857 +0.9% | $259,500 |
| 2023 | $4,816 +2.5% | $259,500 +54.5% |
| 2022 | $4,699 +34.8% | $168,000 +19.1% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,910/mo
Principal & interest
$1460
Property taxes
$345
Home insurance
$105
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 53538
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Rockwell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Fort Atkinson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 4/10Fort Atkinson High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Fort Atkinson
- High: Fort Atkinson
- District: Fort Atkinson
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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