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Listing No. 3974

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$ 525,000

1892 Queen Anne Victorian

Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin 54495

Nels Johnson Home - Riverfront

Historical, Serene, Inspiring
Historical, Serene, Inspiring
A treasured home that has so much to offer. Schedule your showing to learn more.
Historic George Barber designed treasure proudly setting on over an acre of land overlooking the Wisconsin River and Ahwdawagen Trail. Recently earned the honor of being on the National Register of Historic Places!
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Grand Foyer
Grand Foyer
Guests are greeted in the Grand Foyer by entering through the leaded and etched glass double doorways. Attention is drawn to the ornate carvings in white and red oak, incredible quality and attention to detail. The built-in benches in the receiving area patiently wait for visitors to pause a moment and take in the peaceful view of the Wisconsin River.
Period Kitchen
Period Kitchen
A period kitchen, bath and pantry restoration was lovingly completed. This is one of the finest examples of modern day craftmanship with solid wood quarter and rift sawn white oak completely custom cabinetry to reflect and mimic the historic details found throughout the home. The quality is unlike any other and it flows seamlessly with the integrity of the home.
Custom Mantle and LaCanche Range
Custom Mantle and LaCanche Range
Unique one of a kind mantle designed with saw tooth, arch, bead board and sunburst all duplicated from other designs already existing in the home's original wood details. Authentic antique brass tin backsplash and pot filler are just a few of the embellishments this home has to offer.
Front Parlor
Front Parlor
Center Parlor
Center Parlor
Butler's Pantry
Butler's Pantry
3 Stories
Bedrooms 5
Full Baths 2
Heated Sq. Ft. 4,557
Acres 1.1

Property Taxes
7,545.74

Features.

  • Waterfront
  • Butler's Pantry
  • Pocket Doors
  • Wrap-Around Porch
  • 1st Floor Laundry with Built-in Cabinetry and Sink
  • 2nd Story Sun Porch
  • 3 Sets of Double Pocket Doors
  • 3rd Story Attic
  • AMAZING Kitchen
  • Casual, Family Room
  • Circle Driveway with Ornate Mailbox
  • Double Slipper Clawfoot Tub
  • Electric Dog Fence
  • Electrical/Gas Upgrades
  • Expansive 12 Foot Ceilings
  • Grand Staircase with Receiving Area
  • High Tank Toilet
  • Irrigation System
  • Large Dining Room
  • Maid's Back Staircase with Built-in Cabinetry
  • Mature Oak/Maple Trees
  • New Historic Chimneys
  • New roof in 2018
  • Newly Updated A/C
  • Original Wood Floors and Trim in Birch, Oak and Maple
  • Original, Ornate Radiators
  • Rebuilt and Restored Chimneys
  • Stained Glass Windows and Original Gas Fireplaces
  • Victorian Inspired Ceiling Fans
  • Walk-in Closets with Adjustable Shelving

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This 1892 Queen Anne Victorian home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI is an historic treasure setting on over an acre of land overlooking the Wisconsin River and Ahwdawagen Walking/Bike Trail and a short walk to the downtown. This property is an important part of local community’s history and was built by Nels Johnson, the first president of Consolidated Papers, Inc. He was a famous businessman and also a merchant with the well known Johnson Hill Department Stores. This downtown building still exists and is home to many offices/businesses.

This home is admired by onlookers of all ages. It sits on a prominent corner and people are caught pointing and taking pictures. It’s a beautiful home – the kind that people long to visit and live in. It’s often referred to as “The Big House”, “The Gingerbread House” and “The Dollhouse”. It’s been told that little girls dream of living here when they grow up.

The 2 finished stories boast 5 bedrooms and 2 fireplaces. Other details include: 3 sets of 6 panel hardwood pocket doors, original style door frames and woodwork, original picture rails along ceiling, grand foyer with leaded and etched glass, double door entry and oak calling area, oak staircase, lovely wrap around porches, and butler’s pantries. There is also a 3 car garage on the property.

This home currently functions as a residence and a home business. There is an office that overlooks the river on the second floor and the parlor serves as a splendid meeting place for guests and clients. It is easy to find and centrally located in the Heart of Wisconsin with close, predicatable drives to Stevens Point, Marshfield and Wausau.

This home has one of the best views of the Wisconsin River and offers many possibilities. It will embrace its next owner warmly. It is only a few blocks away from the YMCA and a short bike ride to the Witter Park & Aquatics Center.

An extensive kitchen, bathroom, pantry restoration was completed in the year of 2007. This included completely custom quarter and rift sawn solid oak inset cabinetry to the ceiling, granite countertops, icebox look French door refrigerator, apron front fireclay sink, potfiller, large capacity front load laundry, double slipper claw foot tub and brass enclosure, high tank toilet, pedestal sink, period lighting and reclaimed maple hardwood flooring.

The current owners have done countless other improvements to the home to enhance its comfort, restore and beautify. The electrical, gas and Unico air conditioning system was upgraded, attic area and workout room completed and the dining room, foyer, front parlor, center parlor and family room areas have been beautifully redecorated. Additionally, a large historic rebuild of the main chimney and tuck pointing of the 2nd along with restoring the foundation were completed Fall of 2017. A new roof was completed in 2018.

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Listing No. 3974

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