$324,500

beds

baths

half baths

2,910

square ft

256 Cottage Ave

Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin 54935

New / MLS #1953388 / Single Family / Fond Du Lac

Listing information updated 3/14/2026 at 6:01am

Step into the warmth and character of this classic 1952 mid century ranch in Fond du Lac. This 4 bedroom home offers 2 full and 2 half baths, spacious kitchen with abundant storage, and vintage details throughout. Large picture windows fill the living room with natural light and overlook the backyard patio and screened porch, while the natural fireplace creates a cozy gathering space. The large partially finished basement adds flexibility with a second fireplace, additional office/den space; plenty of storage. With a main floor office/den and timeless mid century charm throughout, this home offers space to live, work, and gather. The possibilities are endless. Conveniently located near Lakeside Park, Lake Winnebago, and downtown Fond du Lac shopping and dining.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone,Wood

Basement:

Full,Block,Partially Finished

Bedrooms:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

74 Years

Parking Type:

Electric Door Opener,Paved

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 2 Car(s)

Room Count:

Square Feet:

2,910

Lot Size:

0.27 Acres

Acreage:

0.27

Internal Features:

High Speed Internet

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

24 x 17 - Main

Dining Room:

10 x 12 - Main

Kitchen:

17 x 13 - Main

Family Room:

35 x 15 - Lower

2nd Bedroom:

16 x 12 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

12 x 11 - Main

4th Bedroom:

9 x 9 - Main

Dining Area:

10 x 8 - Main

Den:

14 x 14 - Main

Screened Porch:

9 x 15 - Main

Other Room:

12 x 9 - Lower

Laundry:

17 x 12 - Main

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$6,406

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

54935

City:

Fond Du Lac

County:

Fond Du Lac

Schools

School District(s):

Fond du Lac

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Fond Du Lac

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick,Stone,Wood

Basement:

Full,Block,Partially Finished

Bedrooms:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

74 Years

Parking Type:

Electric Door Opener,Paved

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached - 2 Car(s)

Room Count:

Square Feet:

2,910

Lot Size:

0.27 Acres

Acreage:

0.27

Internal Features:

High Speed Internet

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

24 x 17 - Main

Dining Room:

10 x 12 - Main

Kitchen:

17 x 13 - Main

Family Room:

35 x 15 - Lower

2nd Bedroom:

16 x 12 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

12 x 11 - Main

4th Bedroom:

9 x 9 - Main

Dining Area:

10 x 8 - Main

Den:

14 x 14 - Main

Screened Porch:

9 x 15 - Main

Other Room:

12 x 9 - Lower

Laundry:

17 x 12 - Main

Tax Amount:

$6,406

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

54935

City:

Fond Du Lac

County:

Fond Du Lac

School District(s):

Fond du Lac

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

Fond Du Lac

Listing Office: Keller Williams Prestige

Listing Office Phone: 262.293.3001

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