2181 N 53rd
1 / 42
About this property
Lovingly maintained for nearly 38 years, this classic Washington Heights bungalow is ready for its next chapter. With a surprisingly spacious footprint and thoughtful layout, this 5BR, 2BA home offers the kind of space you can grow into and enjoy for years to come. The main floor features a large living room, formal dining room, office/den, two bedrooms, and a spacious kitchen with a charming breakfast nook and plenty of storage. Upstairs you'll find three more bedrooms and a full bath with a classic clawfoot tub. Outside, enjoy a large fenced backyard, patio, and garden space. Set on one of Washington Heights' favorite blocks, walkable to the neighborhood's shops, restaurants, parks, and everything else that makes this area so special.
Property facts
| Property type | Single-Family |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| MLS # | 1978460 |
| County | Milwaukee |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Approx. sq. ft. | 1,954 |
| Style | Bungalow |
| Exterior | Wood,Vinyl |
| Basement | Full |
| Heat | Natural Gas,Forced Air |
| Garage spaces | 2 |
| Included | Oven/range, refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, dryer, workbench in basement, EDO, disposal |
| School district | Milwaukee |
| Lot size | 0.15 acres |
| Property taxes | $4,082 (2025) |
Location
Recently sold nearby
- 2162 N 53rd, Milwaukee — sold $348,000, 0.0 mi away
- 2150 N 55th, Milwaukee — sold $155,000, 0.1 mi away
- 2121 N 54th, Milwaukee — sold $315,000, 0.1 mi away
- 2121 N 54th, Milwaukee — sold $130,000, 0.1 mi away
- 2124 N 55th, Milwaukee — sold $270,000, 0.1 mi away
- 2242 N 53rd, Milwaukee — sold $205,000, 0.1 mi away
Listing courtesy of Compass RE WI-Northshore. Copyright 2026 Metro MLS. All rights reserved. Information is supplied by sellers and other third parties and has not been verified. Income and expense figures are as reported by the listing broker; verify leases, rents and expenses before relying on them. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use.