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$457,357$301 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

5 N WHITNEY WAY

MADISON, WI 53705
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,517 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$457K
$420K low$494K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,630 (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.$450,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$151,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$450,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$450,900

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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Porch · 180 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.

M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Van Hise Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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

5 N Whitney Way 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 65% of homes in Hill Farms University
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Hill Farms University
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Hill Farms University
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Hill Farms University

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 47% 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$457,357
CheaperTypical $470,758Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$301
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,517 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,865 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5 N Whitney Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHill Farms UniversityMadison 53705Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$457,35735% of homes47% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30187% of homes64% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,517 ft²7% of homes32% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac51% of homes63% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than196168% of homes62% of homes35% of homes

About 5 N Whitney Way

How much is 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI is $457,357 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $420,373 to $494,341. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI last sell?

5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI last sold on Nov 1, 2010, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI?

5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,517 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI built?

5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI?

5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI is assigned to Velma Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated A-; Van Hise Elementary School (elementary), 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 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53705?

Among the 7,461 homes in Madison 53705, it is worth more than 47% of them ($457,357 against a typical $470,758), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($301 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 32% of them (1,517 ft² against a typical 1,865 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1961 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 N Whitney Way, Madison, WI was $7,630. The county assessed it at $450,900.

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