Contact Information: Pref: 608-295-1172
Contact Information: Pref: 608-295-1172815 S Washington StreetJanesville, WI 53548
Commercial · 1,816 Sq. ft. | 0.38 Acres815 S Washington Street Overview
- Time on Site:
- 96 days
- Visits:
- 25
Turnkey business opportunity! Well-established, fully functioning bait shop ideally located along the Ice Age Trail with scenic views of the Rock River—perfectly positioned to attract outdoor enthusiasts year-round. The retail area features minnow tanks and a wide selection of fishing gear, bait, and supplies for anglers of all levels. A fully equipped ice cream shop includes a soft serve machine, hot dog roller, and convenient service window—ideal for trail and river users. The spacious main retail area offers ample display space, plus an additional area with exterior access, overhead garage door, bathrooms, and a small kitchen with sink—providing excellent flexibility for expansion or new business ideas. Outside, a fenced-in side yard—previously used as a large garden—adds even more potential. Continue operating as a successful bait shop or grow into new opportunities in this high-traffic recreational location.
815 S Washington Street Facts & Features
- Type Commercial
- Sq. ft. 1,816
- Price/Sq.ft. $262
- Lot 0.38 Acres
Details
General
Income/Expenses
- Net Operating Income: 0
- Operating Expense: 0
Listing Information
- Sale Includes: Business name, Equipment, Inventory
Building Information
- Fuel: Natural gas
- Water/Waste: Municipal sewer, Municipal water
- Year Built: 1999
Business Information
- Business Name: It's A Keeper
- Current Use: Retail
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Rock
- Postal City: Janesville
Parking Information
- Parking Fees/Mo.: 0
Rent/Lease Information
- Lease Type: None
- Tenant Pays: N/A
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $2,057.00
- Tax Assessed Value: $117,400.00
- Tax Year: 2025
General Information
- Business Sale: Yes
- Exclusions: Some taxidermy on the walls. (Bobcat and some others) Outside live bait vending Machine-Negotiable
- Features: Overhead doors, Security system
- Inclusions: All inventory and items in store: Over 100k worth of new inventory, minnow tanks, coolers, beverage cooler, stand freezer, fridge, ice cream freezer, fishing 4, lure collection, ice cream equipment, hot dog roller, 2 sheds.
- Miscellaneous: Internet -Fiber Available
- Parcel Number: 241 0402200134
- Property Type: Business/Comm
- Type: Retail
- Zoning: B3
Interior
Building Information
- Total Units/Bldg.: 1
- Heating/Cooling: Forced air, Central air
Building Interior
- Building Area Total: 1816
- Ceiling Height Max: 10
- Ceiling Height Min: 10
General Information
- Basement: Slab/None
- Stories Total: 1
Unit Information
- Unit 1 Base Annual Rent: $0.00
- Unit 1 Gross SqFt: 0
Exterior
Parking Information
- Onsite Parking: Yes
- Parking Features: 1-5 spaces, Onsite, Paved
Lot Information
- Street Frontage: 132
- Lot Size Acres: 0.38
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
Building Exterior/Construction
- Construction Materials: Vinyl, Steel
- Roof: Composition
815 S Washington Street Neighborhood
Community
53548 (Janesville) Demographics
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.815 S Washington Street Monthly Cost
815 S Washington Street Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
815 S Washington Street History
| Date | Value | Agent |
|---|---|---|
| 5/10/2026Source: South Central Wisconsin MLS | $475,000 -13.6% |
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| 3/25/2026Source: South Central Wisconsin MLS | March 25, 2026 |

