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$1,596,651$646 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $725,000 on May 31, 2016

3538 TOPPING RD

MADISON, WI 53705
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,472 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$725,000 · May 31, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,504 (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.$975,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$425,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$549,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,126,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyDANE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 144 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Shorewood Hills Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53705These 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.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.27,087
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,234 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,897
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,042
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

3538 Topping Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Dane County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Madison 53705
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Dane County
  • Older than 73% of homes in Dane County

What homes are worth in Madison 53705

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

This home
$22K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Madison 53705.

How it measures up in Madison 53705

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53705.

Estimated value$1,596,651
CheaperTypical $471,449Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$646
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,472 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,874 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 3538 Topping Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison 53705Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,596,65197% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$646almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than2,472 ft²75% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac54% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than195545% of homes27% of homes

About 3538 Topping Rd

How much is 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI is $1,596,651 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,514,337 to $1,678,965. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI last sell?

3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI last sold on May 31, 2016 for $725,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI?

3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,472 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI built?

3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI?

3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI is assigned to Shorewood Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Velma Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated A-; West 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 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53705?

Among the 7,461 homes in Madison 53705, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,596,651 against a typical $471,449), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($646 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,472 ft² against a typical 1,874 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1955 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than almost all 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 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3538 Topping Rd, Madison, WI was $21,504. The county assessed it at $975,000.

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