Listed by Adam Bruckner • Collective Real Estate Group. Bought with South Central Non-Member.
Sold on jun 2026
$850,000
1
bd
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2 ba
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1,161
sq ft
5241 Mcilvain Rd, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545
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Public Remarks: Opportunity meets Northwoods charm on Little Manitowish Lake! This unique carriage house offers a heated main-level garage with comfortable living quarters above?ideal for year-round living, a getaway, or future expansion. Originally built as a temporary residence while planning a larger home, the property now offers endless potential. Upper level includes a primary bedroom plus adjoining office/bunk room. Main-level heated garage has also served as a bunk/rec room and includes a bath shared with the laundry/mechanical area for added guest space. Set on an incredible 614? peninsula-style frontage just minutes from Manitowish Waters, snowmobile and bike trails, the property features stunning sunset views and rare water views to the north, west, and east. Enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, and recreation right from your shoreline. Spacious 3-car garage setup includes a 29?-deep 2-car section. Improvements include a newer conventional 4-bedroom septic and in-ground sprinkler system.
Single-familyProperty Type
2014Year Built
1.15 acresLot Size
$732Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Adam Bruckner• Collective Real Estate Group
Bought with Scwmls Non-Member• South Central Non-Member
Opportunity meets Northwoods charm on Little Manitowish Lake! This unique carriage house offers a heated main-level garage with comfortable living quarters above—ideal for year-round living, a getaway, or future expansion. Originally built as a temporary residence while planning a larger home, the property now offers endless potential. Upper level includes a primary bedroom plus adjoining office/bunk room. Main-level heated garage has also served as a bunk/rec room and includes a bath shared with the laundry/mechanical area for added guest space. Set on an incredible 614’ peninsula-style frontage just minutes from Manitowish Waters, snowmobile and bike trails, the property features stunning sunset views and rare water views to the north, west, and east. Enjoy fishing, boating, swimming, and recreation right from your shoreline. Spacious 3-car garage setup includes a 29’-deep 2-car section. Improvements include a newer conventional 4-bedroom septic and in-ground sprinkler system.
GNMLS #216965
Jun 26, 2026
Sold
$850,000
$732/sq ft
Jun 16, 2026
Pending
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May 16, 2026
Contingent
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May 9, 2026
Listed
$899,900
$775/sq ft
+34
Opportunity meets Northwoods charm on Little Manitowish Lake! This unique carriage house features a main-level garage with comfortable living quarters above, offering flexibility for year-round living, a vacation getaway, or future expansion. Originally designed as a temporary residence while a larger home was planned, the property now presents endless possibilities to customize and grow. The upper-level living space includes a primary bedroom with an adjoining office currently used for additional sleeping space with bunk beds. On the main level, the heated single-stall garage has also doubled as a bunk/rec room and includes its own bathroom shared with the laundry and mechanical room, creating even more room for guests. Set on an incredible 614’ of frontage on Little Manitowish Lake, just a few miles from Manitowish Waters, this property is perfectly positioned to enjoy everything the Manitowish Waters Chain has to offer. The peninsula-style lot delivers unreal sunset views and offers the rare ability to enjoy water views looking north, west, and south all from one property. Excellent fishing, boating, swimming, and recreation are right outside your door. The 3-car garage setup includes a spacious 2-car portion measuring 29’ deep, ideal for storing vehicles, boats, and outdoor gear. Seller improvements include a newer conventional 4-bedroom septic system and an in-ground sprinkler system, providing a strong foundation for future plans. Whether you envision expanding the existing footprint, creating the ultimate lake retreat, or enjoying it just as it is, this waterfront property offers exceptional potential in a prime Chain location.
GNMLS #212453
Jun 6, 2025
Listed
$987,000
$850/sq ft
GNMLS #209224
Oct 29, 2024
Price Changed
$990,000
$853/sq ft
Sep 25, 2024
Listed
$1,100,000
$947/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,346 (+1.8%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2024
$3,286 (+15.3%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2023
$2,850 (−3.9%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2022
$2,967 (+7.6%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2021
$2,756 (−2.7%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2020
$2,832 (+8.4%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2019
$2,611 (+1.4%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2018
$2,575 (+2.2%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2017
$2,518 (−1.4%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2016
$2,553 (+1.6%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2014
$2,514 (+3.2%)
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
2013
$2,436
$225,000 + $140,500
$365,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
1.15 Acres
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Style
Other
County
Vilas County
APN
16-1218-12
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential 1 District
The purpose of the Single Family Residential District is to create areas for exclusive low density residential use and prohibit the intrusion of uses incompatible with quiet and comfort of such areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces (Total): 3
Garage: 3 Car, Attached, Built-In Under Home, Heated, Opener Included
Interior
Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12 x 12
Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Bathroom Information
Bath Description(s): No Master Bedroom Bath
# of Baths (Full): 2
Interior Features
Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Water Softener, High Speed Internet