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$732,856$186 / 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 $760,000 on Dec 16, 2021

740 SWALLOWTAIL DR

MADISON, WI 53717
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,944 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
16
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

$733K
$704K low$761K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$760,000 · Dec 16, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,478 (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.$935,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$259,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$675,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$935,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$935,200

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.Modern
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
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 · 216 ft²Patio · 60 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
Pope Farm Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.1 mi
H
Middleton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Kromrey Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Middleton-Cross Plains 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

740 Swallowtail 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 more than 91% of homes in Madison 53717
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Dane County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Dane County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Madison 53717
  • Newer than 86% 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
$132K$927K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$732,856
CheaperTypical $417,374Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $182Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area3,944 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 740 Swallowtail Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlackhawkMadison 53717Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$732,85632% of homes91% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18632% of homes54% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than3,944 ft²42% of homes91% of homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac52% of homes77% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than199717% of homes86% of homes72% of homes

About 740 Swallowtail Dr

How much is 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI is $732,856 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $704,218 to $761,494. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI last sell?

740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI last sold on Dec 16, 2021 for $760,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI?

740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,944 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI built?

740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI?

740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI is assigned to Pope Farm Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Middleton High School (high), rated A; Kromrey Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Middleton-Cross Plains School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53717?

Among the 3,535 homes in Madison 53717, it is worth more than 91% of them ($732,856 against a typical $417,374), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($186 against a typical $182), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,944 ft² against a typical 2,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1997 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 90% 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 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 740 Swallowtail Dr, Madison, WI was $15,478. The county assessed it at $935,200.

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