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Historic Brick Hotel with Living Quarters

126 W Railroad Avenue Bruce, WI 54819

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For Sale
Under Contract
$129,000

COMMERCIAL - Bruce, WI

Property size:
4,000 SF
Lot size:
0.35 Acres
Price / SF:
$32/SF
Added:
Jul 24, 2025
Days on Market:
353
Last Refresh:
Jul 11 at 12:06 am

Property Features for 126 W Railroad Avenue

General Information

Property type
Commercial Sale
Property subtype
Other
Rooms
Basement
Standard status
Active Under Contract
APN
106-00092-0000
Size
4,000 SF
Lot size
0.35 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2024
Tax Description
VILLAGE OF BRUCE LOTS 11, 12 & 13 BLOCK 5 DOCUMENT # 354596
Tax Annual Amount
1217

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Radiant
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1902
Building materials
Steel

Listing agent Wayne Stoll License #50416-90

Listing office CB Northern Escape/Ladysmith 518 Lake Ave W, WI

Listing date Jul 24, 2025

MLS# 1593806

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

MacArthur Hotel is a beautifully preserved early 20th-century brick property with a classic, commanding presence. The building is multi-story and features large front-facing windows along with original architectural details that reflect its historic character. Inside, the layout offers flexibility for hospitality and other concepts, with 21 total rooms and full bathrooms on each of the two main hospitality floors. There are also dedicated living quarters that include four bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and 2.5 baths, supporting on-site owner or operator use.

Set in the heart of Bruce, Wisconsin, the property is located on W Railroad Avenue, just steps from the town’s main thoroughfare. The exterior presentation and street-facing windows provide strong visibility, and the overall scale supports thoughtful reuse while maintaining the building’s historic identity.

This is an especially strong fit for investors, entrepreneurs, and preservation-minded buyers looking for a distinctive redevelopment. With an existing room-and-bath configuration on the hospitality floors, the asset can serve as a boutique hotel concept or be adapted for uses such as a restaurant, retail space, event venue, apartments, or a combination of these approaches. The on-site living quarters also add practicality for operator-occupied models.

Key Highlights

  • Iconic early 20th‑century building: the historic MacArthur Hotel with timeless character.
  • Flexible interior space: redevelopment potential for boutique hotel, restaurant, retail, event venue, or apartments.
  • Prime location in the heart of Bruce, Wisconsin, on W Railroad Avenue, near the main thoroughfare.

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Current Use by Public Records

Hotels

Suggested Use

Auto Parts Store Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply Garden Center Grocery & Convenience Store Hair Salon (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Nail Salon Cafe & Coffee Shop

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Hotel - Versatile historic hotel with 21 rooms and full baths, plus owner living quarters for redevelopment opportunities.
Where is this hotel located?
The property is located at 126 W Railroad Avenue Bruce, WI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $129,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Iconic early 20th‑century building: the historic MacArthur Hotel with timeless character.; Flexible interior space: redevelopment potential for boutique hotel, restaurant, retail, event venue, or apartments.; Prime location in the heart of Bruce, Wisconsin, on W Railroad Avenue, near the main thoroughfare.
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