$179,000
17941 Hill AveTownsend, WI 54175
Homes, condos and townhomes · MLS 11962450 · Listed 58 days ago (Sep 2, 2026)
3.3 mi straight line to Paul Bunyan Ski Hill (local ski area) · Ski access details
For sale: On the market and available to show.
About this property
Updated Wausau-style ranch home with Luxury Vinyl Plank flooring throughout, brand new foundation, metal roof, updated fixtures, modern tile floor and shower surround in bathroom, luxury vinyl plank floor throughout, large picture windows in EVERY room to take in the beauty of the trees on the property, lovely private backyard just begging for a patio door and pergola to be installed, high ceilings in every room other than bath and laundry room, across the street from ATV trails and one block from the lake. Convenient access to entertainment, and storage units for all your boats, snowmobiles, and jet ski's. Grab this up-north hidden gem and give it the TLC it deserves! Roof hardware is due for weatherization, gas water heater could use update, kitchen r/o needed.
Description provided by the listing brokerage.
Ski access and nearby skiing
Why this listing is on Where2Ski: Measured distance to a ski area. It sits within 25 straight-line miles of an operating ski area's mapped entrance or base.
| Ski area | Type | Straight-line distance | Measured to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Bunyan Ski HillWI · homes near it | Local ski area | 3.3 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Maranatha Cross-Country Ski TrailWI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 9.7 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Kettlebowl Recreation AreaWI · homes near it | Local ski area | 15 mi | Base areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Gartzke Flowage Recreation AreaWI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 23 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Jack Lake Cross Country Ski TrailWI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 25 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
| Moccasin Lake Recreation AreaWI · homes near it | Public cross-country trails | 32 mi | Trailhead areaBase area (mapped point) |
Straight-line miles to each ski area's base or entrance, measured Oct 30, 2026, 7:17 PM UTC. Winter drives can take longer.
Ski access claims
The listing doesn't describe ski-in, ski-out, a short walk or a shuttle. The agent can tell you how owners get to the slopes.
Ski access is as described by the listing brokerage. Confirm trail access, easements and any pass or membership with Doug Nelson of List With Freedom.com.
How listings qualify · Report a wrong distance or ski-access claim
Facts
- List price
- $179,000
- Original list price
- $197,000
- Status
- For sale
- Property type
- House (Ranch)
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Full baths
- 1
- Interior area
- 1,200 sq ft
- Lot size
- 0.45 acres
- Year built
- 1970
- Stories
- 1
- Garage spaces
- 2
- County
- Oconto County
- MLS number
- 11962450
- Annual property tax (2025)
- $1,144
Facts are provided by the listing brokerage.
Features
Appliances
- Washer
- Dryer
Heating
- Forced Air
- Gas
Roof
- Metal
Water
- Well
Sewer
- Public Sewer
Location
Pin placed from the listing's coordinates, which can be approximate. See more listings in Townsend.
Price and status history
- Original list price reported by the brokerage: $197,000
Changes seen in MyStateMLS data since Oct 29, 2026. Sold prices are not published.
Estimate a monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
$1,055 per month
An estimate for comparison only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, PMI and fees depend on your lender, credit, location and loan program.
Questions to ask before you buy
Good questions for any home near the slopes.
- How is the property reached in winter, and who plows the road and driveway?A short straight-line distance can still mean a long or seasonal drive. Private roads, gates and mountain passes all shape winter access.
- Is there documented ski access from the property (trail, easement, lift), and does it transfer to a buyer?Rights to cross neighboring land or use a lift come from recorded easements and agreements, so a ski-in or ski-out description is where the question starts.
- Are there association, resort or club fees, and what do they cover?Some ski-area communities charge fees that cover only certain amenities, so ask what lift tickets, passes and services are included.
- Are there rules on renting the home short-term or long-term?Local ordinances, association covenants and deed restrictions all set rental rules, and they differ from place to place.
- What do heating, snow removal, winterization and utilities cost over a season?Ownership costs in snow country often run higher than the mortgage estimate suggests.
- For land: is there legal year-round access, and what utilities, septic and building rules apply?Seasonal roads and steep lots can limit what can be built and when it can be reached.
Printable due-diligence checklist · Ski home ownership budget
Guides and next steps
Listing courtesy of List With Freedom.com. Listing agent: Doug Nelson. Listings provided by MyStateMLS.
Listing updated Sep 15, 2026, 12:43 AM UTC, MyStateMLS data received Oct 30, 2026, 7:01 PM UTC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.