$299,900

3 Beds 2 Baths 1,880 Sqft

228 E Polk Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Property Type: Single-Family
Building Type: 1.5 Story
Time on Market: 5 days
Price per Sqft: $160
Lot Size: 62 x 113 x
Garage: 2 Car
Total Taxes: $3,861
Est. Age: 21+ Years

Description

Nestled in Eau Claire?s sought-after Putnam Heights neighborhood, this charming home is filled with the timeless details that make a house feel like home. From the moment you step through the inviting three-season sunroom, you?ll appreciate the warmth, craftsmanship, and character found throughout. Original hardwood floors, graceful arched doorways, and abundant natural light create a welcoming atmosphere, while thoughtful updates including fresh paint, newer flooring, and a furnace converted to natural gas provide modern comfort without sacrificing the home?s original charm. The spacious upper-level primary suite serves as a private retreat, offering generous closet space and custom built-in cabinetry. On the main level, two additional bedrooms and inviting living spaces make everyday living both comfortable and functional. Downstairs, the partially finished lower level offers even more flexibility with a spacious family room featuring an egress window, a full bathroom, and built-in cabinetry?perfect for movie nights, a hobby room, craft space, playroom, or home office. Step outside and you?ll find another favorite feature. The private patio and newly sodded backyard create an ideal setting for summer evenings, entertaining friends, or simply letting your four-legged family members run and play. A detached two-car garage adds convenience, while the established neighborhood offers tree-lined streets and a location that?s hard to beat. Situated just minutes from UW?Eau Claire, CVTC, parks, schools, restaurants, and everyday conveniences, this home perfectly balances classic character with thoughtful updates and an unbeatable location. If you?ve been searching for a home with personality, warmth, and a story to tell, this Putnam Heights gem is ready to welcome you home.

Property Details

Interior

Appliances:
  • Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement:
  • Full, Partially Finished, Block
Baths:
  • Full Baths: 2
Heating/Cooling:
  • Central Air, Forced Air
Heat Fuel:
  • Natural Gas
Interior Features:
  • Circuit Breakers
Sqft:
  • Total Sqft: 1,880
  • Estimated Sqft Range: 1751-2000

Rooms

Room Basement Level Lower Level Main Level Upper Level
Master Bedroom 13x9
Bedroom 2 13x11
Bedroom 3 11x32
Kitchen 16x9
Living Room 11x18

Exterior

Acreage:
  • Range: 0.0 to .499
Exterior:
  • Vinyl
Exterior Features:
  • 3-season porch, Patio
Garage:
  • Details: 2 Car, Detached
  • Spaces: 2.0
Lot:
  • Size: 62 x 113 x
Water:
  • Waterfront: N
Water/Waste:
  • Municipal Sewer, Municipal Water

Misc.

New Construction:
  • N
Postal:
  • Code: 54701
Street:
  • Direction Prefix: E
  • Name: Polk Avenue
  • Suffix: AVENUE
Tax Year:
  • 2025
Zoning:
  • Residential

Map

Listing Agent-Provided Directions:
  • STATE ST TO E ON POLK AVE

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Schools and Neighborhood

School District:
  • Eau Claire
Postal City:
  • Eau Claire
Municipality:
  • Name: EAU CLAIRE
  • Type: City
County:
  • EAU CLAIRE

Market Comparison

How this property compares to local market averages — calculated 7/1/2026

This Property
Eau Claire Single Family Home Avg
Eau Claire County Single Family Home Avg
List Price
$299,900
$433,712
$449,280
Median Price
$359,900
$375,000
Price / Sq Ft
$160
$201
$209
Days on Market
5 days
59 days
59 days
Total Listings
244
332

Listing Information

  • Time on Market: 5 days
  • Place Perfect Last Updated: 2026-06-28 13:10:58
  • MLS Number: 1602255
  • Subsystem Locale: WIREX_NWW
  • Listing Office: Property Shoppe Realty LLC
  • Listing Agent: Shannyn Pinkert
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