Waterfront Country home delight! Perfect setting overlooking the landscaped yard overlooking Bear Creek, a class 1 trout stream with over 400' of frontage that empties into the famous Tomorrow River. Travel over a picturesque bridge up the circular drive to an exceptional ranch-style home with a finished walkout lower level. The well cared for home offers hard wood floors, eat in kitchen area that opens to the deck overlooking Bear Creek. Living areas on both levels offers many options. Exceptional views from every direction overlooking the rolling countryside, mature woods, Apple & Pear tress, garden shed, fenced garden area. Over 2600 square feet of finished floor space in this 3 bedroom 3 bath home. Main & lower laundry rooms. Besides the 2 car attached garage there is a 50X30 heated pole building for all your toys!
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
6.05 acresLot Size
$259Price/Sq.Ft.
6 car garageParking
Listed by Thomas Ferg• United Country-Udoni & Salan Realty
Nestled atop a scenic hill and surrounded by 17 breathtaking acres, this exceptional ranch-style home with a walkout basement offers complete privacy, abundant wildlife, and frontage on renowned Bear Creek?a Class I trout stream that winds through the property before flowing into the Tomorrow River. The journey begins as you cross your own private bridge and follow the circular drive to a beautifully maintained walkout ranch overlooking rolling countryside, mature woods, and unforgettable views. Offering 2,688 finished square feet, the home features 3 spacious bedrooms, 3 full baths, two laundry areas, an attached insulated garage, and an impressive 30'x50' Cleary building with concrete floor, electricity, powered overhead door, abundant lighting, cabinetry, ridge skylight, and wood-burning furnace. Inside, custom craftsmanship shines throughout. The spacious kitchen is designed for gathering with custom oak cabinetry, porcelain sink, center island, built-in cooktop with vent hood, double wall ovens, built-in microwave, pantry, and an inviting dinette with patio doors opening to
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,564 (+6.7%)
$60,600 + $375,400
$436,000
2024
$5,213 (+13.5%)
$60,600 + $375,400
$436,000
2023
$4,593 (−19.9%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2022
$5,734 (+22.2%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2021
$4,691 (+0.4%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2020
$4,670 (−3.0%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2019
$4,813 (+3.2%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2018
$4,662 (+1.8%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2017
$4,577 (+4.2%)
$42,900 + $245,100
$288,000
2016
$4,394 (+2.2%)
$42,900 + $216,600
$259,500
2014
$4,298
$42,900 + $216,600
$259,500
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Zoning
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Portage County
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Last updated by owner on Nov 5, 2026.
RL
Rural Limited District
To guide the use of rural lands that are not primarily agricultural or residential in nature, and to promote forestry uses, protect environmentally sensitive land, and to provide guidelines for development. Lands with a land use classification of "Natural Areas—Limited" are often, but not exclusively, assigned this zoning district. These guidelines are intended to safeguard sensitive lands and open space goals while allowing limited development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Bed & breakfast
Recreation
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Amherst, WI • 54406
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Sun exposure
95/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Amherst. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 9834 River Rd
$697,567
$2,567 over list price of $695K
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