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$400,000$370 / 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 88How 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 $166,000 on May 4, 2016

3140 JAMES ST

MADISON, WI 53714
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,080 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$400K
$354K low$446K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$166,000 · May 4, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,228 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$323,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,504

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.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Ranch
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.1968
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Traffic
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 120 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.

E
Lowell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
O'Keeffe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53714These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.16,957
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,560 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,140
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,781
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

3140 James 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 more than 87% of homes in Madison 53714
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Madison 53714
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Dane County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Schenk / Atwood / Starkweather / Yahara
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Schenk / Atwood / Starkweather / Yahara

What homes are worth in Madison 53714

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

This home
$164K$489K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Madison 53714.

How it measures up in Madison 53714

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53714.

Estimated value$400,000
CheaperTypical $323,837Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$370
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,458 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 23% of homes nearby

How 3140 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenk / Atwood / Starkweather / YaharaMadison 53714Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$400,00044% of homes87% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37068% of homes94% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²25% of homes19% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac92% of homes34% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than195188% of homes23% of homes22% of homes

About 3140 James St

How much is 3140 James St, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3140 James St, Madison, WI is $400,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $353,923 to $446,077. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3140 James St, Madison, WI last sell?

3140 James St, Madison, WI last sold on May 4, 2016 for $166,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3140 James St, Madison, WI?

3140 James St, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 3140 James St, Madison, WI built?

3140 James St, Madison, WI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3140 James St, Madison, WI?

3140 James St, Madison, WI is assigned to Lowell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East High School (high), rated A-; O'Keeffe 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 3140 James St, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53714?

Among the 5,252 homes in Madison 53714, it is worth more than 87% of them ($400,000 against a typical $323,837), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($370 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,458 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 23% of them (1951 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 46% 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 3140 James St, Madison, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3140 James St, Madison, WI was $6,228. The county assessed it at $323,000.

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