$1 Million-Plus Party Houses In Milwaukee Area: History, Water Views, Lots Of Bathrooms

MILWAUKEE, WI — A landmark Milwaukee mansion designed by noted 19th century architect Alexander Eschweiler is new on the market this week, listing for $1,749,500, according to Patch’s real estate partner realtor.com. The four-story Elizabethan Revival mansion has been meticulously maintained and features significant improvements that meet the needs of today’s lifestyle, but don’t sacrifice the integrity of the property’s historic architecture.

Located at 2429 E Wyoming Place in Milwaukee, the 9,698-square-foot home has eight bedrooms, six full baths and three half-baths, and is situated on a quarter-acre lot in Milwaukee’s east side Water Tower district. It offers breathtaking views of the Lake Michigan.

A large 17-by-24-foot kitchen and adjacent 21-by-19-foot formal dining room are both on the main floor. Take a peek below at the interior, then see a complete property description and more photos on realtor.com. (For more local news, click here to sign up for real-time news alerts and newsletters from Milwaukee Patch, and click here to find your local Wisconsin Patch. If you have an iPhone, click here to get the free Patch iPhone app.)

The house is one of five $1 million-plus properties featured this week on Patch. Read on about four more recently-listed homes in the Milwaukee area.

A Mid-Century Modern house at 9600 N. Lake Drive in Bayside, listing for $1,650,000, also offers stunning Lake Michigan views with 125 feet of lake frontage. The five-bedroom, five-bath house situated on 1.62 acres in the Historic South Fairy Chasm Estates area has been totally updated, with original architectural details preserved. The newly completed lower level includes a living area, kitchenette, office/library with egress windows, a full bath and a huge playroom. See and complete property description and more photos on realtor.com.

An amazing private estate situated on 15 acres, this home at 9875 S. 76th St. in Franklin. The property, which lists for $1,195,000, has two ponds, a fishing pier, a pole barn, a playhouse, a gazebo and even a dog-washing station.

Nestled along 135 feet of prime Milwaukee River footage, this home at 5006 W. Parkview Drive in Mequon lists for $1,150,000. The Leenhouts-designed Mid-Century home features a boldly different design and has been updated throughout to match today’s lifestyle. Large gathering spaces and expansive windows offer million-dollar sunset views. The updated kitchen is open, offering serene views, and providing the entertainer a canvas to create any type of get-together. The large master suite has a gas fireplace and provides an escape from the endless outdoor activities, including watersports and fishing. And, of course, you’ll get fantastic views of fireworks displays. See a complete property description and more photos on realtor.com.

A one-of-a-kind home at 3937 N. Lake Drive in Shorewood listing for $1,110,000 boasts style and charm with a gracious floor plan and architectural features like arched doorways, detailed craftsmanship and original wood panel wainscoting. The chef’s kitchen has an island, a gas cooktop, a solid surface countertop and subway tile backsplash. The house also has a butler’s pantry, dinette and plenty of natural light. Two bedrooms are found on tn the main floor, and three — possibly four, depending on use — bedrooms are located upstairs. The master wing has built-in bookcases, a walk-in closet and a bath with a shower stall and separate tub. The lower level is finished, and you’ll have to see the lawn to appreciate it. See a complete property description and more photos on realtor.com.

Feature image of 2429 E Wyoming Place in Milwaukee via realtor.com.