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802 MC Clellan Street, Wausau, WI 54403

1 Bed
1 Bath
1,160 Sq Ft

RARE find! Historic log cabin built in 1902 in downtown Wausau on almost a half acre enclosed in mature trees. This historic cabin was built to house the Philosopher Press which was the first printing company owned by a woman in the U.S. Helen Bruneau Van Vechten owned the book and magazine company with her husband Philip V.o. Van Vechten and another business man, William Ellis. Helen Van Vechten made a discovery which revolutionized the process of hand printing.,Helen was the moving force, designing and printing every page. The log cabin was built near the railroad station. The log cabin cost $1,500 to build in 1902. Mr. Marshall O. Pilsbury of J. H. Jeffers & Co. Architects of Wausau designed the cabin. The cabin is built of peeled Norway logs. The front door had massive hinges, forged in the local blacksmith shop. The cabin was sold when the press shut down. It was since owned by various parties including a church and the Girl Scouts. Many windows were replaced and the fireplace was rebuilt since its origination. This log cabin has a relaxing front porch where they watched the trains come in from Milwaukee and Chicago. This log cabin has a relaxing covered front porch and front entry way. In the 1,160 sq. ft. there is a large dining area and eat in kitchen with many cabinets and counter space. A wood burning fireplace adorns the kitchen/dinette area. Open concept living. Main floor laundry room. Property is being sold AS IS. Priced to sell. Detached garage is 20x18 with a 16x7 storage area attached.

  • MLS# 120332229996
  • Date Listed12/20/2025
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths
  • Lot Size -
  • Sewer Public Sewer
  • Property Type Single Family
  • County MARATHON
  • Year Built 1902
  • Water Public
  • Square Feet 1,160 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $25.78

Interior Features

  • Appliances Range, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Flooring Carpet, Vinyl
  • Heating Natural Gas

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Roof Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres -
  • Lot Size SQFT -
  • Lot Features -

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount $861
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

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Sales & Tax History

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Population & Environment

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Walkability in WI / 54403

Source: Walkscore

81/100

Very Walkable

Walk Score ®

63/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

Overview

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

Walkability averages in the surrounding area

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 19/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 36/100.

Points of Interest near 802 MC CLELLAN STREET, Wausau, WI 54403

Frequently Asked Questions for 802 MC CLELLAN STREET

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802 MC CLELLAN STREET, Wausau, WI 54403 is a Single Family 1,160 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 11 photos available of this 1 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $29,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 11 photos of 802 MC CLELLAN STREET.

Our records indicate that 802 MC CLELLAN STREET was built in 1902.

The full address for this home is 802 MC CLELLAN STREET, Wausau, WI 54403.

Most errands can be accomplished on foot. It is possible to get on a bus. Some bike infrastructure.

The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 19/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 36/100.

There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 802 MC CLELLAN STREET. Thomas Jefferson Elementary School (Grades: PK - 5), Horace Mann Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), East High School (Grades: 9 - 12)

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Listing agent: THE WARAKSA GROUP (#120243614667)

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