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$1,261,030$397 / 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 77How 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

842 PROSPECT PL

MADISON, WI 53703
3
Beds
4
Baths
3,178 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1894
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
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

$1.3M
$968K low$1.6M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$25,300 (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.$1,361,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$721,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$639,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,327,434

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.75 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.1 percent flood zone

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.Colonial
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.1974
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Window A/C
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.Water View
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 164 ft²Porch · 367 ft²

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.

E
Lapham Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.3 mi
M
O'Keeffe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53703These 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.167
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 100.26

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
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.40,725
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21,930 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,168
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

842 Prospect Pl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Madison 53703
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Dane County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Dane County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Tenney-Lapham
  • Among the oldest homes in Dane County

What homes are worth in Madison 53703

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

This home
$26K$1.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Madison 53703.

How it measures up in Madison 53703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53703.

Estimated value$1,261,030
CheaperTypical $226,407Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $286Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Living area3,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,578 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1894
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 842 Prospect Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTenney-LaphamMadison 53703Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,261,03097% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39789% of homes89% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than3,178 ft²92% of homes91% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac92% of homes82% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than189415% of homes15% of homesalmost no homes

About 842 Prospect Pl

How much is 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI is $1,261,030 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $967,934 to $1,554,126. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI last sell?

842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI?

842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,178 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI built?

842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI was built in 1894, making it 132 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI?

842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI is assigned to Lapham Elementary School (elementary); O'Keeffe Middle School (middle), rated A; East High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Madison Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53703?

Among the 6,582 homes in Madison 53703, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,261,030 against a typical $226,407), its price per square foot is higher than 89% of them ($397 against a typical $286), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,178 ft² against a typical 1,578 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1894 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than almost all 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 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 842 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI was $25,300. The county assessed it at $1,361,000.

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