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$1,118,302$435 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $706,500 on Apr 25, 2017

1720 VILAS AVE

MADISON, WI 53711
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
2,568 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$706,500 · Apr 25, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,839 (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.$1,027,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$267,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$760,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,027,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,027,600

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.Victorian
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Stone (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 247 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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 SchoolD+
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 · 2.3 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%

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How this home compares

1720 Vilas Ave 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 more than 98% of homes in Madison 53711
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Dane County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Madison 53711
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Vilas
  • Among the oldest homes in Madison 53711

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
$244K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 98% 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$1,118,302
CheaperTypical $487,480Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$435
CheaperTypical $277Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Living area2,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,852 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1720 Vilas Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVilasMadison 53711Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,118,30281% of homes98% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43576% of homes92% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than2,568 ft²69% of homes85% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac94% of homes31% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than18943% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 1720 Vilas Ave

How much is 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI is $1,118,302 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,062,066 to $1,174,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI last sell?

1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI last sold on Apr 25, 2017 for $706,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI?

1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,568 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI built?

1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI?

1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI is assigned to West High School (high), rated D+; 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 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53711?

Among the 16,890 homes in Madison 53711, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,118,302 against a typical $487,480), its price per square foot is higher than 92% of them ($435 against a typical $277), it is bigger than 85% of them (2,568 ft² against a typical 1,852 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1894 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 98% 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 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1720 Vilas Ave, Madison, WI was $17,839. The county assessed it at $1,027,600.

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