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Historic Church with Bookstore Conversion

147/145 E Montello Street, Montello, WI 53949

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For Sale

$359,000

Former church (1875) with bookstore and separate residential building.

Property size:

4,000 SF

Lot size:

0.16 Acres

Price / SF:

$89/SF

HighLights

Unique historical building (former church built in 1875) with approximately 4,000 sq. ft.
High‑visibility highway frontage suitable for commercial use.
Includes a separate 3‑bedroom, 2‑bathroom residence.
Original woodwork, high ceilings, and oversized windows.
Currently operating as a beloved bookstore (Readers Realm).
Residence features a formal dining room, main‑floor office, and first‑floor laundry.

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Listing Contact

Irina Gagne

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For Sale

$359,000

Former church (1875) with bookstore and separate residential building.

Property size:

4,000 SF

Lot size:

0.16 Acres

Price / SF:

$89/SF

Added:: Mar 17, 2025
Days on Market:: 455
Last Refresh:: Jan 20 at 10:58 am

Property Features for 147/145 E Montello Street

General Information

Standard status: Active
Size: 4,000 SF
Lot size: 0.16 Acres

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Listing Contact

Irina Gagne

Listing agent Irina Gagne License #93336-94

Listing office Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Special Properties

Listing date Mar 17, 2025

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HighLights

Unique historical building (former church built in 1875) with approximately 4,000 sq. ft.
High‑visibility highway frontage suitable for commercial use.
Includes a separate 3‑bedroom, 2‑bathroom residence.
Original woodwork, high ceilings, and oversized windows.
Currently operating as a beloved bookstore (Readers Realm).
Residence features a formal dining room, main‑floor office, and first‑floor laundry.

Overview

This historic property, originally constructed in 1875 as a church, now houses the Readers Realm Bookstore. The building features approximately 4,000 square feet, showcasing original woodwork, high ceilings, and oversized windows. The property benefits from high-visibility highway frontage, making it suitable for commercial use. A separate residence is located at the back of the property, offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a formal dining room, a bonus main-floor office room, and a first-floor laundry.

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City: Montello
County: Marquette
State: Wisconsin
Longitude: -89.3234
Latitude: 43.7918

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For sale
Churches & religious facilities
WI
Montello
53949
147/145 E Montello Street

What type of property is this?

Church & religious facility - Former church (1875) with bookstore and separate residential building.

Where is this church & religious facility located?

The property is located at 147/145 E Montello Street Montello, WI.

What is the asking price?

The asking price for this property is $359,000.

What are key features of this property?

This property features: Unique historical building (former church built in 1875) with approximately 4,000 sq. ft.; High‑visibility highway frontage suitable for commercial use.; Includes a separate 3‑bedroom, 2‑bathroom residence.