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    1978 South 12th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53204

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    $214,900

    Well-maintained duplex with separate 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom units, offering income already in place.

    Type:Multi-Family / Multi-Family
    Property size:
    1,977 SF
    Price / SF:
    $108/SF
    Added:
    May 27, 2026
    Days on Market:
    12
    Last Refresh:
    Jun 6 at 5:54 am

    Property Features for 1978 South 12th Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    1,977 SF
    Property subtype
    Multi-Family / Multi-Family

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1884

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    Brandon J Tyler
    Brandon J Tyler

    Listing agent Brandon J Tyler License #60364-90

    Listing office Refined Properties

    Listing date May 27, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Fully rented duplex with income already in place
    • Upper unit: 3 bed, 1 bath with a primary suite, walk‑in closet, and flex den (functions as a 4th bedroom)
    • Lower unit: 2 bed, 1 bath
    • Updated upper kitchen with epoxy countertops and a renovated bathroom with a walk‑in glass shower
    • Big‑ticket updates include roof and upper carpet (2022), windows (2015), and water heater (2014)
    • Full basement

    Overview

    This fully rented duplex includes two separate residential units. The upper unit features three bedrooms and one bathroom, with a primary suite, a walk-in closet, and a flex den that can function as a fourth bedroom. The lower unit offers two bedrooms and one bathroom. Updates include an updated kitchen with epoxy countertops and a renovated bathroom with a walk-in glass shower, supporting day-to-day livability and tenant retention. Big-ticket items have been addressed, including roof and upper carpet in 2022, windows in 2015, and a water heater in 2014.

    The property is located at 1978 South 12th Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

    For buyers seeking a residential income property, this duplex provides two distinct living layouts while remaining fully occupied at the time of sale. The documented improvements to roofing, windows, and major mechanical items can reduce near-term replacement concerns, and the unit updates support continued rental appeal.
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    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Law Firm Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center

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

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    City
    Milwaukee
    County
    Milwaukee
    State
    Wisconsin
    Longitude
    -87.92661
    Latitude
    43.00857

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Well-maintained duplex with separate 3-bedroom and 2-bedroom units, offering income already in place.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 1978 South 12th Street Milwaukee, WI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $214,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Fully rented duplex with income already in place; Upper unit: 3 bed, 1 bath with a primary suite, walk‑in closet, and flex den (functions as a 4th bedroom); Lower unit: 2 bed, 1 bath
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    Brandon J Tyler
    Brandon J Tyler
    Real Estate License ID: 60364-90
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    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

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    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
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    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

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    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

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