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Price cut: $5K (5/18)

$495,000

965 Racine STREET, Delavan, WI 53115

8beds

6,202sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1856

1.78 Acres Lot

$470,700 Zestimate^®

$80/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Stunning italianate architectureImpressive great roomParquet hardwood floorsRemodeled kitchenFormal dining roomElegant and open atmosphere

Motivated sellers! This extraordinary historic estate--known as the Dr. Frederick L. Von Suessmilch House is showcasing stunning Italianate architecture, the home features 26 rooms, including 8 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, and 2 half baths, a remodeled kitchen and 3 fireplaces. A distinctive imported mirror from Germany adds to the historical the significance in history as a hospital, school and church. The impressive Great Room and formal Dining Room boast soaring 11-foot ceilings, creating an elegant and open atmosphere. Parquet hardwood floors lie beneath the main carpeting for future value. Situated on 1.62 acres within the City of Delavan, the property also includes a generous 30x30 detached garage.Endless possibilities await--property being sold ''as is'', thus the great pric

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 6
Full bathrooms: 5
1/2 bathrooms: 3
Main level bedrooms: 2

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 210
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 108
Dimensions: 12 x 9

Bedroom 3

Level: Main
Area: 210
Dimensions: 14 x 15

Bedroom 4

Level: Upper
Area: 255
Dimensions: 15 x 17

Bedroom 5

Level: Upper
Area: 255
Dimensions: 15 x 17

Bathroom

Features: Shower on Lower, Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower, Master Bedroom Bath, Shower Stall

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 500
Dimensions: 20 x 25

Family room

Level: Lower
Area: 255
Dimensions: 15 x 17

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 350
Dimensions: 25 x 14

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 375
Dimensions: 25 x 15

Office

Level: Main
Area: 196
Dimensions: 14 x 14

Heating

Natural Gas, Multiple Units, Radiant/Hot Water

Cooling

Multi Units

Appliances

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

Features

High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Kitchen Island
Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access

Interior area

Total structure area: 6,022
Total interior livable area: 6,202 sqft
Finished area above ground: 5,335
Finished area below ground: 867

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, 3 Car
Garage spaces: 3

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 1.78 Acres
Features: Sidewalks

Details

Parcel number: XEA 00047
Zoning: Other - Exempt

Construction

Type & style

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

Materials

Brick, Brick/Stone

Condition

21+ Years
New construction: No
Year built: 1856

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Elmhurst Subdivision

Location

Region: Delavan
Municipality: Delavan

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $80/sqft
Date on market: 7/15/2025
Inclusions: 2 Refrigeraters, 2 Oven/Stoves, 1 Microwave, 2 Wahers, 2 Dryers, All Window Treatments And Coverings. Uhp Elite Home Warranty. (This Even Covers Unkown Pre-Existing Condtions)
Exclusions: Personal Items Including The Two Jewelry Cabinets In The Lower Walk-In Closet

Estimated market value

$470,700

$447,000 - $494,000

$4,337/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/18/2026	Price change	$495,000-1%$80/sqft
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3/30/2026	Price change	$500,000-8.3%$81/sqft
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3/10/2026	Price change	$545,000-0.9%$88/sqft
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11/16/2025	Price change	$550,000-15.4%$89/sqft
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10/14/2025	Price change	$650,000-18.6%$105/sqft
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9/30/2025	Price change	$799,000-6%$129/sqft
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8/21/2025	Price change	$850,000-4.4%$137/sqft
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8/14/2025	Price change	$889,000-10.9%$143/sqft
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8/8/2025	Price change	$998,000-0.2%$161/sqft
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7/15/2025	Listed for sale	$1,000,000$161/sqft
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