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$599,300$327 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $217,000 on May 10, 2012

38 MERLHAM DR

MADISON, WI 53705
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,831 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.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$599K
$554K low$644K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$217,000 · May 10, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$204,100
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$163,280
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.79%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$260,000
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN CU · recorded Nov 30, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$85,200
UW CU
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,842 (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.$519,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$235,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$283,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$519,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$519,400

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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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, Attached
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 · 200 ft²Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 176 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
Van Hise Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

38 Merlham Dr 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 79% of homes in Dane County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Dane County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Sunset Village
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Sunset Village
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Sunset Village

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
$24K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 70% 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$599,300
CheaperTypical $472,370Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$327
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,831 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,862 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 38 Merlham Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset VillageMadison 53705Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$599,30078% of homes70% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32764% of homes72% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,831 ft²71% of homes48% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac88% of homes54% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195282% of homes39% of homes23% of homes

About 38 Merlham Dr

How much is 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI is $599,300 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $554,150 to $644,450. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI last sell?

38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI last sold on May 10, 2012 for $217,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,831 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI built?

38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI is assigned to Van Hise 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 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53705?

Among the 7,457 homes in Madison 53705, it is worth more than 70% of them ($599,300 against a typical $472,370), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($327 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,831 ft² against a typical 1,862 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1952 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 79% 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 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 38 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI was $8,842. The county assessed it at $519,400.

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