This Milwaukee home on Lake Drive carries a history that goes back more than a century. The property is known as the Samuel Field Mansion.
The home was originally built in 1890 for businessman Samuel Field. It once stood several miles south of its current location.
In the early 1900s the structure faced demolition as the surrounding area developed. Instead of being lost, the house was taken apart, moved north, and rebuilt along Lake Drive.
Each piece of the home was numbered so it could be reconstructed correctly. The move preserved one of Milwaukee’s more unusual historic residences.
Over time the property has been updated while keeping much of its original character. Many details still reflect the craftsmanship of the late 19th century.
North Lake Drive is known for some of Milwaukee’s most prominent homes. Large historic estates along the lake rarely come to market.
When they do, they offer a glimpse into Milwaukee’s architectural past and the city’s long connection to Lake Michigan.
Click here to view 3432 N Lake Dr Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211 (MLS: 1919080)
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5 full / 3 half
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Est. Square Ft: 8,544
- Est. Acreage: 3.8
- Est. Year Built: 1890
- Asking $4,700,000
One of the city’s most distinguished residences, the Samuel Field Mansion provides a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history. Built in 1890, the home escaped demolition in 1926 thanks to a visionary owner who, after purchasing the home in 1920, dismantled the mansion piece by piece, numbering each element, and relocating it 3 miles north. In 2014, the current owners stepped in to preserve the home’s irreplaceable character. In 2015, they expanded the estate by acquiring the property to the north, once part of the original grounds, to integrate the land into a beautiful landscape. Now over 3.5 acres, with 259 ft. of Lake Michigan frontage, this is more than a home — it is a masterpiece of historic preservation, offering grace, and timeless craftsmanship.
Listing courtesy of Desty Lorino of Keller Williams
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