Remarkable waterfront rambler on Russell Bay, Madeline Island. Extensive landscaping and numerous updates, a totally remodeled bathroom including "smart mirror" with built-in lighting and anti-fog technology, sea glass floor & accent tile, new vanity and new chrome towel racks. Home has hardwood floors throughout. There are even heated towel racks in both bedrooms. This is a delightful year-round home, not a seasonal cottage. See attached Supplement for a list of extensive features, both decorative and structural. Few homeowners on Madeline Island have gone to such lengths to ensure that their home is comfortable and luxurious.
This is a great opportunity to own a cabin with Lake Superior frontage that won't break the bank. This affordable property features two bedrooms and a kitchen/great room that overlooks the lake and has an impressive rental history. The land includes . 5 acres and 75' of frontage.
Public Records
Oct 13, 2004
Sold
$115,000
Public Records
May 30, 2003
Sold
$99,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,992 (+6.5%)
$96,500 + $162,400
$258,900
2024
$4,689 (+29.3%)
$96,500 + $162,400
$258,900
2023
$3,626 (+8.1%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2022
$3,353 (+0.3%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2021
$3,342 (+2.9%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2020
$3,249 (+5.5%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2019
$3,081 (+6.4%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2018
$2,896 (+2.0%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2017
$2,839 (−9.0%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2016
$3,119 (−29.6%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2015
$4,429 (−0.9%)
$133,700 + $99,000
$232,700
2014
$4,469
$148,500 + $99,000
$247,500
Tax history for 1424 Middle Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,992 (+6.5%)
$96,500 + $162,400
$258,900
2024
$4,689 (+29.3%)
$96,500 + $162,400
$258,900
2023
$3,626 (+8.1%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2022
$3,353 (+0.3%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2021
$3,342 (+2.9%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2020
$3,249 (+5.5%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2019
$3,081 (+6.4%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2018
$2,896 (+2.0%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2017
$2,839 (−9.0%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2016
$3,119 (−29.6%)
$60,000 + $85,000
$145,000
2015
$4,429 (−0.9%)
$133,700 + $99,000
$232,700
2014
$4,469
$148,500 + $99,000
$247,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Other
County
Ashland County
APN
014001630240
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Shared Driveway, Open
Interior
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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Dimensions: 13x22
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 1
Room Dimensions: 12x8
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12x11
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 17x27
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 8x8
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Utility Room
Room Dimensions: 6x7
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Basement Features: Crawl Space
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Eat In Kitchen,Kitchen/Dining Room
Other Rooms Information
All Living Facilities on One Level,Main Floor Bedroom
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Island/Peninsula, Tree Coverage - Light, Tree Coverage - Medium, Underground Utilities
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 75x298x70x303
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,249
Tax Year: 2020
Tax With Assessments: $3,249.32
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Well
Electric: 150 Amp Service
Power Company Name: Xcel Energy
Sewer: Holding Tank
Fuel: Propane
Location
School Information
High School District: Bayfield
School District Number: 315
School District Phone: 715-779-3201
Location Information
Directions: Take Car Ferry from Bayfield, Wisconsin to Madeline Island (LaPointe, WI). Turn right on Main Street, then left on County H (Middle Road), to Property
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Ashland County
APN: 014001630240
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 836
Main Level Finished Area: 836.0000
Foundation Dimensions: irregular
Age Of Property: 17
Levels: One
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Transit
La Pointe Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 3.1mi
Bayfield Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.1mi
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Bayfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.1mi
5/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 91° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$404,000 – $489,000
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