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$537,254$340 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $255,000 on Apr 21, 2015

653 CHARLES LN

MADISON, WI 53711
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,580 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.
1955
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$537K
$511K low$563K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$255,000 · Apr 21, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,609 (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.$449,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$144,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$304,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$449,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$449,700

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.12 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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 256 ft²Patio · 256 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
Midvale Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
M
Cherokee Heights Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
West High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53711These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.9.9%
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.54,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,895 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,829
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,254
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

653 Charles Ln 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 70% of homes in Dane County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Midvale Heights
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Midvale Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Midvale Heights
  • Older than 73% of homes in Dane County

What homes are worth in Madison 53711

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

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$248K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Madison 53711.

How it measures up in Madison 53711

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53711.

Estimated value$537,254
CheaperTypical $488,085Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$340
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,580 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 653 Charles Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidvale HeightsMadison 53711Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$537,25452% of homes60% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34084% of homes70% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,580 ft²27% of homes30% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac78% of homes58% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than195531% of homes43% of homes27% of homes

About 653 Charles Ln

How much is 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI is $537,254 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $511,046 to $563,462. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI last sell?

653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI last sold on Apr 21, 2015 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI?

653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,580 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI built?

653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI?

653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI is assigned to Midvale Elementary School (elementary); Cherokee Heights Middle School (middle), rated D; West High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53711?

Among the 16,890 homes in Madison 53711, it is worth more than 60% of them ($537,254 against a typical $488,085), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($340 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,580 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1955 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 70% 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 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 653 Charles Ln, Madison, WI was $7,609. The county assessed it at $449,700.

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