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$462,602$308 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

41 MERLHAM DR

MADISON, WI 53705
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,500 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.
0.26 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$463K
$441K low$485K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,467 (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.$483,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$208,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$483,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$483,000

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.16 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.Cape Cod
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.0.26
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Block (Unspecified)
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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 · 0.3 mi
M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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

41 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 less than 70% of homes in Sunset Village
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Dane County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Madison 53705
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% 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 40% 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$462,602
CheaperTypical $526,593Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$308
CheaperTypical $295Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,860 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 41 Merlham Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSunset VillageMadison 53705Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$462,60230% of homes40% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30830% of homes55% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²44% of homes30% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac89% of homes55% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than195282% of homes38% of homes23% of homes

About 41 Merlham Dr

How much is 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI is $462,602 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $440,598 to $484,606. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI last sell?

41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI last sold on Mar 1, 2017, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI built?

41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

41 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 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53705?

Among the 7,462 homes in Madison 53705, it is worth more than 40% of them ($462,602 against a typical $526,593), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($308 against a typical $295), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,860 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1952 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 56% 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 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 41 Merlham Dr, Madison, WI was $8,467. The county assessed it at $483,000.

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