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$601,926$406 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $40,000 on May 1, 1979

657 SHELDON ST

MADISON, WI 53711
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,484 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$602K
$576K low$628K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$40,000 · May 1, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,324 (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.$603,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$147,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$455,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$603,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$603,100

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Traditional/Old
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Deck · 290 ft²Patio · 290 ft²Porch · 156 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
West High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Velma Hamilton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Franklin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.1 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

657 Sheldon St 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 81% of homes in Dane County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Dane County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Madison 53711
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Dane County
  • Older than 85% 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.

This home
$181K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 75% 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$601,926
CheaperTypical $462,394Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$406
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,484 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,844 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 657 Sheldon St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDudgeon-MonroeMadison 53711Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$601,92646% of homes75% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40665% of homes91% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,484 ft²32% of homes24% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac43% of homes13% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than193973% of homes20% of homes15% of homes

About 657 Sheldon St

How much is 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI is $601,926 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $576,316 to $627,536. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI last sell?

657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI last sold on May 1, 1979 for $40,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI?

657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,484 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI built?

657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI?

657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI is assigned to West High School (high), rated A; Velma Hamilton Middle School (middle), rated A-; Franklin Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53711?

Among the 16,889 homes in Madison 53711, it is worth more than 75% of them ($601,926 against a typical $462,394), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($406 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,484 ft² against a typical 1,844 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1939 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 81% 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 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 657 Sheldon St, Madison, WI was $10,324. The county assessed it at $603,100.

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