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$283,054$201 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $115,900 on Jun 1, 1998

205 N PATERSON ST

MADISON, WI 53703
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,407 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1853
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$283K
$257K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,900 · Jun 1, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,645 (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.$338,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$225,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$338,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$338,800

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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Porch · 136 ft²

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

E
Lapham Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.2 mi
M
O'Keeffe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53703These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
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.40,725
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21,930 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,168
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

205 N Paterson 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 87% of homes in Tenney-Lapham
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Madison 53703
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Dane County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Dane County
  • Among the oldest homes in Tenney-Lapham

What homes are worth in Madison 53703

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

This home
$30K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Madison 53703.

How it measures up in Madison 53703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53703.

Estimated value$283,054
CheaperTypical $319,711Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$201
CheaperTypical $399Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,407 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1853
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 205 N Paterson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTenney-LaphamMadison 53703Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,05413% of homes48% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2014% of homes3% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,407 ft²40% of homes41% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac60% of homes55% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than1853almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 205 N Paterson St

How much is 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI is $283,054 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $256,969 to $309,139. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI last sell?

205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI last sold on Jun 1, 1998 for $115,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI?

205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,407 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI built?

205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI was built in 1853, making it 173 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI?

205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI is assigned to Lapham Elementary School (elementary); O'Keeffe Middle School (middle), rated A; East High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53703?

Among the 6,585 homes in Madison 53703, it is worth more than 48% of them ($283,054 against a typical $319,711), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($201 against a typical $399), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,407 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1853 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 13% 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 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 205 N Paterson St, Madison, WI was $5,645. The county assessed it at $338,800.

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