Welcome to a charming home nestled in the heart of Shell Lake, offering both comfort and convenience. With two beds and one full bath on a large, fenced-in corner lot, the home offers comfortable living for small families, couples, or singles. Sip your morning coffee or unwind in the evening with a good book in the beautiful four-season room. This space is perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a quiet, cozy afternoon. The full, unfinished basement offers potential to add a rec room, home gym, or additional living space. The generous lot size provides ample room for gardening, summer barbecues, or a playground for the kids, a perfect blend of utility and leisure. Minutes away from the PreK-12 school, and a few blocks from the heart of Shell Lake, this house is ideally located to take advantage of local amenities and attractions, including the beautiful Shell Lake beach. Whether it's a picnic, a stroll, or watching community activities, there is something here for everyone.
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Market trends in 54871, WI
Last updated August 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Balanced market
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
+0.6% MoM
Median sale price
$280K
$51K MoM
Avg. days on market
48d
13 days MoM
Recently sold homes
20
2 MoM
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Sale history for 518 8th Ave
Date
Event
Price
WWRA as distributed by WIREX #6655490
Mar 4, 2025
Sold
$175,000
Mar 4, 2025
Sold
$175,000
Feb 5, 2025
Contingent
—
Feb 5, 2025
Contingent
—
Jan 29, 2025
Listed
$175,000
Jan 29, 2025
Listed
$175,000
+24
Public Remarks
Welcome to a charming home nestled in the heart of Shell Lake, offering both comfort and convenience. With two beds and one full bath on a large, fenced-in corner lot, the home offers comfortable living for small families, couples, or singles. Sip your morning coffee or unwind in the evening with a good book in the beautiful four-season room. This space is perfect for entertaining guests or simply enjoying a quiet, cozy afternoon. The full, unfinished basement offers potential to add a rec room, home gym, or additional living space. The generous lot size provides ample room for gardening, summer barbecues, or a playground for the kids, a perfect blend of utility and leisure. Minutes away from the PreK-12 school, and a few blocks from the heart of Shell Lake, this house is ideally located to take advantage of local amenities and attractions, including the beautiful Shell Lake beach. Whether it's a picnic, a stroll, or watching community activities, there is something here for everyone.
LSAR as distributed by WIREX #6054432
May 14, 2014
Sold
$70,000
Apr 14, 2014
Listed
$74,900
+14
Very solid, attractive home in the City of Shell Lake, located on a lot and a half with a fenced yard. All new flooring, windows, exterior doors and siding, with fresh paint in each room as well as a remodeled bath. Four-season porch is great for relaxing, the shed has extra storage, and you can finish the attic for extra room. Comfortable home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,153 (−0.3%)
$14,000 + $108,000
$122,000
2024
$1,157 (−19.0%)
$14,000 + $108,000
$122,000
2023
$1,427 (−8.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2022
$1,560 (+8.2%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2021
$1,442 (−3.0%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2020
$1,486 (+9.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2019
$1,358 (+2.6%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2018
$1,323 (+3.7%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2017
$1,275 (+1.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2016
$1,256 (+0.9%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2015
$1,245 (−2.7%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2014
$1,279
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
Tax history for 518 8th Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,153 (−0.3%)
$14,000 + $108,000
$122,000
2024
$1,157 (−19.0%)
$14,000 + $108,000
$122,000
2023
$1,427 (−8.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2022
$1,560 (+8.2%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2021
$1,442 (−3.0%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2020
$1,486 (+9.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2019
$1,358 (+2.6%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2018
$1,323 (+3.7%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2017
$1,275 (+1.5%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2016
$1,256 (+0.9%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2015
$1,245 (−2.7%)
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
2014
$1,279
$7,000 + $65,500
$72,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.3 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Washburn County
APN
65-282-2-38-13-26-5 15-240-810500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Concrete
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Garage Dimensions: 16x20
Garage Sq. Ft.: 320
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor Full Bath
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Bathroom
Room Dimensions: 8x8
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Dimensions: 9x6
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Dimensions: 13x13
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Dimensions: 12x8
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Dimensions: 8x4
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Dimensions: 24x12
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Dimensions: 13x10
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Room Dimensions: 16x10
Room Level: Main
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Full, Concrete
Dining Room Information
Dining Room Features: Kitchen/Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Cooktop, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Foundation Area: 897
Exterior Features
Patio Porch Type: Deck
Fencing: Chain Link
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,050
Below Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 897
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,050
Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Lot Size Area: 0.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 132x99
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,157
Tax Year: 2024
Tax With Assessments: $1,157
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City Water/Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Fuel: Natural Gas
Location
School Information
High School District: Shell Lake
School District Number: 1920
School District Phone: 7154687816
Location Information
Directions: In Shell Lake; County Hwy B (6th Avenue) West 0.7 miles to right turn onto 8th Avenue, property is immediately on right. Corner of B and 8th Ave.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Washburn County
APN: 65-282-2-38-13-26-5 15-240-810500
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 24, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1050
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Main Level Finished Area: 1050
Building Area Total: 1947
Foundation Dimensions: 39x23
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Shell Lake Primary (K-2) School
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 1.1mi
Shell Lake Jr/Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° 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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Historical weather
Shell Lake, WI • 54871
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.6 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.6 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$181,000 – $219,000
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