Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$415,158$270 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $237,500 on Jan 29, 2009

1544 ADAMS ST

MADISON, WI 53711
5
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,536 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,202 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$415K
$389K low$441K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$237,500 · Jan 29, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,777 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$479,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$137,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$342,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$479,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$479,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyDane
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.4 mi
M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53711These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,895 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,829
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,254
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1544 Adams St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 95% of homes in Vilas
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Vilas
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Vilas
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Dane County
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Vilas

What homes are worth in Madison 53711

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$186K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Madison 53711.

How it measures up in Madison 53711

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53711.

Estimated value$415,158
CheaperTypical $462,394Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$270
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,845 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size3,202 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1544 Adams St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVilasMadison 53711Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$415,1585% of homes37% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2708% of homes51% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²16% of homes27% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,202 ft²4% of homes5% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than194994% of homes28% of homes19% of homes

About 1544 Adams St

How much is 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI is $415,158 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $388,969 to $441,347. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI last sell?

1544 Adams St, Madison, WI last sold on Jan 29, 2009 for $237,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI?

1544 Adams St, Madison, WI has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI built?

1544 Adams St, Madison, WI was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI?

1544 Adams St, Madison, WI is assigned to West High School (high), rated A; Franklin Elementary School (elementary); Velma Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53711?

Among the 16,882 homes in Madison 53711, it is worth more than 37% of them ($415,158 against a typical $462,394), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($270 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,845 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,202 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1949 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 50% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1544 Adams St, Madison, WI was $8,777. The county assessed it at $479,800.

More homes on Adams St

Closest homes

More homes in Madison 53711

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 1544 Adams St on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map