Listed by Sally North • eXp Realty, LLC- WI. Bought with eXp Realty, LLC- WI.
Sold on sep 2026
$875,000
3
bd
•
2 ba
•
1,528
sq ft
540 Big Bay Rd, La Pointe, WI 54850
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Public Remarks: This is the Madeline Island property you've been waiting for! Located less than a mile from town, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and stunning Lake Superior frontage. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light and bring the beauty of the outdoors inside, while more than 450 feet of private shoreline provides breathtaking lake views right outside your door. The shoreline has been protected with riprap to help preserve the integrity of the coast, and a newer dock and staircase leads to your sandy beach. Inside, a large loft offers flexible space for additional sleeping accommodations, a home office, or recreation area. Upper-level bedrooms feature private walkout balconies. Spectacular sunsets over Lake Superior can be seen from every room. Set on three separate lots totaling over 8 acres, the property is surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, creating a peaceful and secluded retreat. Enjoy easy access to Madeline Island's shops, restaurants, and attractions while savoring the tranquility and serenity of your own private lakeside sanctuary.
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Market trends in 54850, WI
Last updated September 2026
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Buyer's market
Sale-to-List Price
95.9%
2.5% MoM
Median sale price
$440K
$93K MoM
Avg. days on market
74d
84 days MoM
Recently sold homes
6
4 MoM
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Sale and tax history for 540 Big Bay Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SAAR #6126352
Sep 18, 2026
Sold
$875,000
$573/sq ft
Aug 15, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 4, 2026
Relisted
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Jul 9, 2026
Contingent
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Jun 25, 2026
Listed
$965,000
$632/sq ft
+32
This is the Madeline Island property you've been waiting for! Located less than a mile from town, this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of privacy, convenience, and stunning Lake Superior frontage. Oversized windows fill the home with natural light and bring the beauty of the outdoors inside, while more than 450 feet of private shoreline provides breathtaking lake views right outside your door. The shoreline has been protected with riprap to help preserve the integrity of the coast, and a newer dock and staircase leads to your sandy beach. Inside, a large loft offers flexible space for additional sleeping accommodations, a home office, or recreation area. Upper-level bedrooms feature private walkout balconies. Spectacular sunsets over Lake Superior can be seen from every room. Set on three separate lots totaling over 8 acres, the property is surrounded by mature trees and abundant wildlife, creating a peaceful and secluded retreat. Enjoy easy access to Madeline Island's shops, restaurants, and attractions while savoring the tranquility and serenity of your own private lakeside sanctuary.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,046 (+6.4%)
$331,100 + $338,300
$669,400
2024
$12,256 (−5.1%)
$331,100 + $338,300
$669,400
2023
$12,921 (+7.9%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2022
$11,974 (+0.4%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2021
$11,924 (+2.8%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2020
$11,605 (+5.5%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2019
$11,003 (+6.3%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2018
$10,347 (+2.1%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2017
$10,133 (−0.2%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2016
$10,151 (+4.1%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2015
$9,754 (−0.8%)
$286,400 + $222,000
$508,400
2014
$9,831
$318,200 + $222,000
$540,200
Public record
Beds
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Lot size
3.72 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
014001161701
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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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 13 x 11
Bedroom 2 Level: Main
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 13 x 12
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Dimension: 13 x 10
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (3/4): 1
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Other Room 1 Dimensions: 20 x 12
Other Room 1 Level: Upper
Other Room 1 Name: Loft
Other Room 2 Name: 3 Season Porch
Living Room Dimensions: 18 x 16
Living Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 13 x 11
Dining Room Dimensions: 18 x 10
Dining Room Level: Main
Exterior
Building Information
Building Type: 2 Story
Estimated Sq. Ft. Range: 1501-1750
Finished Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Finished Above Grade Sq. Ft.: 1,528
Exterior
Exterior Features: Deck
Property Information
Single-Family
Property Features
Body of Water: Superior
Water Front
Water Features: Dock/Pier, View of Water, Waterfrontage on Lot, Shore (Beach), Lake, 300+ Ft.
Land Information
Acreage: >= 10, >= 20, >= 1/2, >= 1, >= 5
Lot Information
Lot Acreage: 8.2
Financial
Tax Information
Total Taxes: $17,099.01
Tax Year: 2025
Location
Neighborhood Information
Municipality: LA POINTE
Municipality Type: City
School Information
School District: Bayfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.72 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Ashland County
APN: 014001161701
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
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Schools
La Pointe Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
Bayfield Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
Bayfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
5/10
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Climate risks
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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$966,000 – $1.17M
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