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$607,564$331 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $69,900 on Aug 1, 1987

505 RUSSELL ST

MADISON, WI 53704
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,837 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.
3,363 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$608K
$546K low$669K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,900 · Aug 1, 1987
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$607,564
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$486,051

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,245 (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.$598,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$494,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$598,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$598,600

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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
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.Porch · 77 ft²

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

M
O'Keeffe Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
East High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Lapham Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.0 mi

District: Madison Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53704These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.49,468
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,132 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,243
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,732
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

505 Russell 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 92% of homes in Madison 53704
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Dane County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Madison 53704
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Dane County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Dane County

What homes are worth in Madison 53704

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

This home
$127K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Madison 53704.

How it measures up in Madison 53704

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison 53704.

Estimated value$607,564
CheaperTypical $326,469Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,837 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,498 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,363 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 505 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarquetteMadison 53704Dane County
Estimated valuepricier than$607,56473% of homes92% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33151% of homes82% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,837 ft²63% of homes71% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,363 ft²20% of homes5% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than192873% of homes20% of homes11% of homes

About 505 Russell St

How much is 505 Russell St, Madison, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 505 Russell St, Madison, WI is $607,564 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $545,648 to $669,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 505 Russell St, Madison, WI last sell?

505 Russell St, Madison, WI last sold on Aug 1, 1987 for $69,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 505 Russell St, Madison, WI?

505 Russell St, Madison, WI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,837 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 505 Russell St, Madison, WI built?

505 Russell St, Madison, WI was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 505 Russell St, Madison, WI?

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

How does 505 Russell St, Madison, WI compare to other homes in Madison 53704?

Among the 15,791 homes in Madison 53704, it is worth more than 92% of them ($607,564 against a typical $326,469), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($331 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,837 ft² against a typical 1,498 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,363 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1928 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Dane County, it is worth more than 80% 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 505 Russell St, Madison, WI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 505 Russell St, Madison, WI was $10,245. The county assessed it at $598,600.

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