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5 Standout Wisconsin Homes, from Riverfront Condos to Estates

By Awais Manzoor

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homes that frame daily life around air, light, and water. A remodeled bi-level on a double lot in Fort Atkinson sets an easy, move-in-ready rhythm, while two Milwaukee residences trade on outdoor living in the city—one perched in the iconic Bay View Terrace with Lake Michigan and skyline views, another set along the Milwaukee River with an unusually expansive private patio and deck. River Hills elevates entertaining beside the river at estate scale, and Wisconsin Dells closes the loop with a log-cabin retreat amid trails and storied rock formations.

413 W Hilltop Trail | $400,000

413 W Hilltop Trail Fort Atkinson WI 53538
413 W Hilltop Trail, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
Katy Budda
LISTING AGENT:
Katy Budda

A study in contemporary comfort, this beautifully remodeled bi-level home is move-in ready and set on a double lot within a desirable Fort Atkinson subdivision. Updates feel both thorough and considered, anchored by a brand-new kitchen and 1.5 newly remodeled bathrooms. Fresh interior paint keeps the palette clean and current, while a newly painted exterior underscores the home’s meticulous care. Outside, refreshed landscaping frames a fenced backyard designed for everyday ease—whether that means casual entertaining, outdoor play, or simply enjoying a more private setting. An attached insulated garage with a heater adds practical, year-round functionality, extending the home’s livability well beyond the main rooms. With stylish improvements throughout and a spacious setting, daily life here reads as simple, comfortable, and intentionally modern.

Price:
$400,000
Size:
1,775 sq ft
Contact:
Katy Budda, Shorewest Realtors, Inc., 414.322.4524
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1915 N Water Street #103 | $329,900

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1915 N Water Street #103, Milwaukee, WI 53202
Shorewest Realtors Inc
LISTING AGENT:
Patton Bitterberg

Along the Milwaukee River on N Water Street, this spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo brings together comfort, convenience, and an easy downtown Milwaukee rhythm. Inside, the layout includes a den with a build-out option—an adaptable space for work, hobbies, or a quiet retreat from the city’s pace. What truly sets the residence apart is its expansive private patio and deck, a rare outdoor extension that changes how you live day to day. Mornings can start with coffee outdoors; evenings naturally shift to casual entertaining or simply taking in the vibrant downtown atmosphere from your own open-air setting. With riverfront surroundings and city living at the forefront, it’s a home designed for those who like their downtime to feel connected, not removed.

Price:
$329,900
Size:
1,193 sq ft
Contact:
Patton Bitterberg, Shorewest Realtors, Inc., 262.501.7653

2525 S Shore Drive #5F | $250,000

2525 S Shore Drive 5F Milwaukee WI 53207
2525 S Shore Drive #5F, Milwaukee, WI 53207
Bill Fagerland
LISTING AGENT:
Bill Fagerland

Along the water’s edge in Milwaukee’s Bay View, this 5th-floor residence at the iconic Bay View Terrace frames Lake Michigan, the Hoan Bridge, and downtown in a single sweep. The vantage point brings a quiet sense of distance from the city’s pace, while keeping everyday life close at hand. Step outside and the neighborhood’s rhythm is yours to enjoy, with nearby restaurants, night spots, and shopping adding easy variety to weeknights and weekends alike. For a change of scenery, scenic South Shore Park offers a simple reset—lake air, open sky, and space to walk. It’s a setting that balances skyline energy with shoreline calm, making the view feel like part of daily routine.

Price:
$250,000
Size:
1,174 sq ft
Contact:
Bill Fagerland, M3 Realty, 262.993.5778

8615 N Dean Cir | Contact for pricing

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8615 N Dean Cir, River Hills, WI 53217
mike&keenan
LISTING AGENT:
Listing agents: Mike & Keenan Quinlevan

Along the water’s edge in River Hills, this transitional colonial is crafted for everyday ease and memorable gatherings, with exceptional living space and an easy flow between signature rooms. The kitchen connects seamlessly to the family room and sunroom, forming a natural hub for daily life. With 8 bedrooms, 9.5 bathrooms, and a private nanny or in-law apartment, the layout supports both togetherness and welcome privacy. The primary suite reads like a retreat, featuring a sitting room, a spa-inspired bath, dual walk-in closets with soaring 10-foot ceilings and library ladders, and even its own dedicated laundry room. Leisure is built in, from a fully equipped fitness center and indoor basketball sport court to an outdoor kitchen, riverside deck, and fire pit overlooking the Milwaukee River—spaces that invite long evenings outside and effortless entertaining year-round.

Price: Contact for pricing

Size:
9,486 sq ft
Contact:
Mike & Keenan Quinlevan, Shorewest Realtors, Inc., 414.807.6453

55 Bowman Rd #308 | Contact for pricing

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55 Bowman Rd #308, Wisconsin Dells, WI 53965
tanyatrapp
LISTING AGENT:
Tanya Trapp

Along the water’s edge in Wisconsin Dells, Riverwood offers a private log cabin sanctuary set within 60 acres of pristine trails and iconic rock formations, including Hawk’s Beak and Falling Piano. Days can unfold at an unhurried pace—pausing at the wishing well, walking sandy beaches, or laying by the pool—before returning to a galley kitchen outfitted with premium, brand new GE Café appliances. A new front deck looks out over the grounds, while the spacious back deck invites wildlife watching. Inside, the primary suite is finished with soaring vaulted ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private ensuite. French doors in every main-floor bedroom bring an airy ease, and a loft above the living room creates extra game space. A cozy fireplace anchors snowy winter evenings, with extra garage storage and custom built kayak racks under the back for day-to-day simplicity.

Price: Contact for pricing

Size:
1,860 sq ft
Contact:
Tanya Trapp, Stark Company, REALTORS, 920.382.7774