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$286,583$193 / 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 99How 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
Last sold for $177,000 on Aug 19, 2020

609 WALNUT GROVE DR

MADISON, WI 53717
3
Beds
2 / 2
Baths
1,488 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.
1.85 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$287K
$283K low$290K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$177,000 · Aug 19, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,739 (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.$258,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$235,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$223,250

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.10 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.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
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.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.85
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Traffic
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 100 ft²Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Ezekiel Gillespie Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Vel Phillips Memorial High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Crestwood Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53717These 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 100.27

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.13,096
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,805
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,808
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

609 Walnut Grove 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 86% of homes in Madison 53717
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Dane County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Walnut Grove
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Walnut Grove
  • Older than 98% of homes in Madison 53717

What homes are worth in Madison 53717

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

This home
$189K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Madison 53717.

How it measures up in Madison 53717

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53717.

Estimated value$286,583
CheaperTypical $478,248Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,488 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,245 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size1.85 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 609 Walnut Grove Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWalnut GroveMadison 53717Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,58319% of homes14% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19329% of homes21% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,488 ft²18% of homes19% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.85 ac97% of homes94% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than197318% of homes2% of homes47% of homes

About 609 Walnut Grove Dr

How much is 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI is $286,583 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $283,164 to $290,002. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI last sell?

609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI last sold on Aug 19, 2020 for $177,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI?

609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,488 square feet of living space and a 1.85-acre lot.

When was 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI built?

609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI?

609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI is assigned to Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School (middle), rated D; Vel Phillips Memorial High School (high), rated D; Crestwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53717?

Among the 3,538 homes in Madison 53717, it is worth more than 14% of them ($286,583 against a typical $478,248), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($193 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,488 ft² against a typical 2,245 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.85 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1973 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 14% 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 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 Walnut Grove Dr, Madison, WI was $4,739. The county assessed it at $258,900.

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