Google satellite image for 48980 S River Rd, Barnes, WI 54838

Off market nov 2019 for $600K

$1,286,278

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,245/mo

•

2,800

sq ft

48980 S River Rd, Barnes, WI 54838

About this home

Quite possibly the best spot on Middle Eau Claire Lake! With 1000 feet of level sugar sand frontage and 23 acres, you'll have your own private retreat! A blacktop drive winds you through the mature hardwoods to this beautiful home. Prominent features include two fireplaces, a master suite with patio doors leading out to your lakeside deck, in-floor radiant heat, 3 season room overlooking the lake, wrap around decks, and a pole shed for plenty of toy storage. There are endless possibilities awaiting you at this very rare parcel on this crystal clear lake!

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

23.15 acresLot Size

$459Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by • Century 21 Woods to Water Real

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5251801

Redfin Estimate

$1,286,278

$686K since sold in November 2019$3,000 since September

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 156% higher than the average sale price ($502K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 23, 2025
$314,900
A
3 beds2 baths1,904 sq ft
12497 E Zee Bee Dr, Gordon, WI 54838
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$285,000
B
3 beds3 baths1,584 sq ft
43725 Kavanaugh Rd, Cable, WI 54821
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$525,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,756 sq ft
10399 E Fire Lane Rd, Solon Springs, WI 54873
SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,075,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,632 sq ft
48515 Stone Rd, Solon Springs, WI 54873
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$400,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,126 sq ft
2890 South Shore Rd, Solon Springs, WI 54873
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$415,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,728 sq ft
2915 Walter Rd, Solon Springs, WI 54873

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Refinance

Est. cash available

Get cash now or lower your monthly rate

Market trends in 54838, WI

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

97.4%

1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$450K

$500 MoM

Avg. days on market

39d

11 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

VIDEO TOUR
$445,000
3 beds2 baths1,684 sq ft
11818 S Heidtke Dr, Solon Springs, WI 54873
VIDEO TOUR
$445,000
3 beds2 baths1,684 sq ft
11818 S Heidtke Dr
$649,900
4 beds3 baths2,659 sq ft
1735 St Croix Trl, Barnes, WI 54873
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 48980 S River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,632 (+14.5%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2024

$8,410 (+29.4%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2023

$6,500 (+5.4%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2022

$6,167 (+6.6%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2021

$5,785 (−16.3%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2020

$6,916 (−3.3%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2019

$7,155 (+7.2%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2018

$6,675 (+8.4%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2017

$6,156 (−5.4%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2016

$6,509 (+26.2%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2014

$5,159 (−12.6%)

$345,200 + $269,000

$614,200

2013

$5,902

$345,200 + $269,000

$614,200

Tax history for 48980 S River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$9,632 (+14.5%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2024

$8,410 (+29.4%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2023

$6,500 (+5.4%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2022

$6,167 (+6.6%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2021

$5,785 (−16.3%)

$359,000 + $241,000

$600,000

2020

$6,916 (−3.3%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2019

$7,155 (+7.2%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2018

$6,675 (+8.4%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2017

$6,156 (−5.4%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2016

$6,509 (+26.2%)

$359,000 + $360,600

$719,600

2014

$5,159 (−12.6%)

$345,200 + $269,000

$614,200

2013

$5,902

$345,200 + $269,000

$614,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.75

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1,008,631

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,800

Year built

1970

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Bayfield County

APN

04-004-2-44-09-20-2 05-005-10000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

Views, Green, Waterfront

Last updated by owner on Dec 20, 2021.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1

Room 1 Information
Room Dimensions: 17x12
Room Level: Main

Room 2 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Dimensions: 11x11
Room Level: Main

Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 16x8
Room Level: Main

Room 4 Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Dimensions: 20x14
Room Level: Main

Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 13x8
Room Level: Main

Room 6 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 14x10
Room Level: Main

Room 7 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 22x24
Room Level: Main

Room 8 Information
Room Type: Office
Room Dimensions: 13x11
Room Level: Lower

Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 16x13
Room Level: Main

Room 10 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Dimensions: 14x14
Room Level: Main

Basement Information
Basement Features: Partial, Partially Finished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Radiant Floor, Radiant
Cooling Information: Ductless Mini-Split, Wall Unit(s)

Interior Features
Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Office, Den, Three Season Porch
Appliances: Dishwasher, Fuel Tank - Owned, Microwave

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Log
Foundation Area: 2,568

Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Middle Eau Claire Lake (Barnes Twp.)
Waterfront Num: 600003014
Lake Acres: 880
Lake Bottom: Sand
Lake Classification: Not Applicable
Lake Depth: 66
Waterfront Feet: 1000

Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Pole Building, Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,568
Below Grade Finished Area: 143

Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 23.16
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 999

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,675
Tax Year: 2018
Tax With Assessments: $6,675

Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Well
Sewer: Private Sewer, Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Propane

Location

School Information
High School District: Drummond Area
School District Number: 1491
School District Phone: 715-739-6669

Location Information
Directions: From Hayward: Hwy 27 North towards Barnes. Left on South Shore Rd. Stay straight onto River Rd to Fire #48980. There is no sign on the property
Map Coordinate: 999-A1

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.75
Sq. Ft.: 2,800
Stories: —
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 23.15 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Bayfield County
APN: 04-004-2-44-09-20-2 05-005-10000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Waterfront

Home facts updated by owner on Dec 20, 2021

Other

Home Information
Living Area: 2711
Main Level Finished Area: 2568.0000
Building Area Total: 3211
Levels: One

Around this home

Schools

Drummond Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 13.4mi

7/10

Drummond Junior High School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 13.4mi

4/10

Drummond High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 13.4mi

5/10

Provided by GreatSchools

Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 94° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Barnes, WI • 54838

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

Try the sun simulator tool to see how light moves across the property at different times of day and year.

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$1.22M – $1.48M

Sell confidently with a local market expert in Barnes. 3 minutes to get started.

Nearby similar homes

3D WALKTHROUGH

$460,000

3 beds2 baths2,995 sq ft

4973 S County Road F, Maple, WI 54854

$245,000

2 beds2 baths952 sq ft

9107 E Beaupre Dr, Solon Springs, WI 54873

$280,000

2 beds1 bath680 sq ft

46070 Crystal Lake Rd, Cable, WI 54821

$625,000

10 beds4 baths3,700 sq ft

8372 E Flowage Ln, Gordon, WI 54838

G. Kirk Bennett, Jr • Byowner.com

$350,000

3 beds1.5 baths2,560 sq ft

1430 Broken Arrow Trl, Solon Springs, WI 54873

$650,000

3 beds2 baths1,320 sq ft

12557 Small Rd, Hayward, WI 54843

New listings for sale in 54873

VIDEO TOUR

$445,000

3 beds2 baths1,684 sq ft

11818 S Heidtke Dr, Solon Springs, WI 54873

VIDEO TOUR

$445,000

3 beds2 baths1,684 sq ft

11818 S Heidtke Dr

$649,900

4 beds3 baths2,659 sq ft

1735 St Croix Trl, Barnes, WI 54873

Home values near 48980 S River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
48870 River Rd, Barnes, WI 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$419,531

Address	Redfin Estimate
2195 Van Ellen Rd, Barnes, WI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2068 Sq. Ft.	$852,441

Address	Redfin Estimate
2155 Van Ellen Rd, Barnes, WI 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1270 Sq. Ft.	$620,714

Property information provided by NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2019. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

Houses for sale near me	Madison, WI homes for sale	Wauwatosa, WI homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Milwaukee, WI homes for sale	Green Bay, WI homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Lake Geneva, WI homes for sale	Solon Springs Property Records
Condos for sale near me	Brookfield, WI homes for sale	WI New Listings
Agents near me	Kenosha, WI homes for sale	Solon Springs Housing Market

Brule homes for sale
Minong homes for sale
Lake Nebagamon homes for sale

About this home

Redfin Estimate

Earn from this home

Market trends in 54838, WI

Sale history for 48980 S River Rd

Tax history for 48980 S River Rd

Public record

Property details

Around this home

Schools

Lifestyle

Climate risks

Historical weather

Sun exposure

Nearby similar homes

New listings for sale in 54873

Home values near 48980 S River Rd

More real estate resources