You have the chance to own and live in a piece of Wisconsin history. A 166-year-old home in Wauwatosa is on the market for $449,000.
The home at 8513 North Ave., is called the Elias Gilbert House by the Wisconsin Historical Society (WHS). It was named after the family that built the home. The WHS actually claims the house was built in 1857. Shorewest, the realty company that listed the house, said it was built in 1860.
“This is one of one for sure. The history and character of this home is unlike many others,” Michael Tomich, the listing agent for this property, said. He works for Shorewest…