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$452,871
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 93How 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 $255,000 on May 29, 2018

6959 HERON WAY

DEFOREST, WI 53532
0
Baths
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$453K
$421K low$485K 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 · May 29, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,262 (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.$454,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$97,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$357,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$343,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$442,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
56
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyDane
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

H
DeForest High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
E
Windsor Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.6 mi
M
DeForest Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Deforest Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53532These 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.45
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.18,206
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.335 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$108,687
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,746
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 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

6959 Heron 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Dane County

What homes are worth in Deforest 53532

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

This home
$219K$796K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Deforest 53532.

How it measures up in Deforest 53532

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Deforest 53532.

Estimated value$452,871
CheaperTypical $437,808Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

How 6959 Heron Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDeforest 53532Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,87155% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac73% of homes79% of homes

About 6959 Heron Way

How much is 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI is $452,871 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $421,139 to $484,603. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI last sell?

6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI last sold on May 29, 2018 for $255,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI?

6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI is assigned to DeForest High School (high), rated A-; Windsor Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; DeForest Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Deforest Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI compare to other homes in Deforest 53532?

Among the 5,934 homes in Deforest 53532, it is worth more than 55% of them ($452,871 against a typical $437,808) and its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.3 ac). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 59% 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 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6959 Heron Way, Deforest, WI was $6,262. The county assessed it at $454,800.

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