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$576,367$281 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $287,500 on Jul 2, 2008

5518 VARSITY HL

MADISON, WI 53705
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,053 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.
1963
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$576K
$555K low$598K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$287,500 · Jul 2, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,382 (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.$493,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$342,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$493,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$493,400

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.1982
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.Block (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
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.Patio · 225 ft²Porch · 125 ft²

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
Glenn Stephens Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Vel Phillips Memorial High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 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

5518 Varsity Hl 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 75% of homes in Dane County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Hill Farms University
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Dane County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Hill Farms University
  • Newer than 80% 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$1.7M

This home is worth more than 59% 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$576,367
CheaperTypical $523,415Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $292Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area2,053 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,856 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 5518 Varsity Hl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHill Farms UniversityMadison 53705Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$576,36758% of homes59% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28167% of homes45% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,053 ft²40% of homes59% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac30% of homes53% of homes49% of homes
Year builtnewer than196380% of homes67% of homes36% of homes

About 5518 Varsity Hl

How much is 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI is $576,367 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $554,549 to $598,185. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI last sell?

5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI last sold on Jul 2, 2008 for $287,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI?

5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,053 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI built?

5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI?

5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI is assigned to Glenn Stephens Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Vel Phillips Memorial High School (high), rated D; Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53705?

Among the 7,462 homes in Madison 53705, it is worth more than 59% of them ($576,367 against a typical $523,415), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($281 against a typical $292), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,053 ft² against a typical 1,856 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1963 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 75% 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 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5518 Varsity Hl, Madison, WI was $8,382. The county assessed it at $493,400.

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