Showings begin 10/3, Welcome to your fabulous, sun-filled east side charmer in the beautiful Elvehjim neighborhood! This adorable home boasts original hardwood floors but has many updates including: new driveway and garage floor (2020), AC (?23), water heater (?24) and other items listed on the updates sheet! This home has no lack of charm or storage, it is move in ready with lots of potential in the basement for another bedroom and bathroom (already stubbed with a toilet). This home is settled on a gorgeous lot with plenty of room for a garden. Front yard already boasts a natural habitat garden for the bees and butterflies. Don't miss out on the opportunity to call this house your new HOME!
Closed
$374,900
1609 Ellen Avenue, Madison, WI 53716
3beds
1,392sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.27 Acres Lot
$390,800 Zestimate®
$269/sqft
$2,277 Estimated rent
Home value
$390,800
$367,000 - $414,000
$2,277/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: November 15, 2025 at 09:00am
Listed by:
Elizabeth Joy Barthen 608-616-5234,
Relish Realty
Bought with:
Brandon C Buell
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 2009687
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLS
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11 x 10
Bathroom
- Features: At least 1 Tub, No Master Bedroom Bath
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 171
- Dimensions: 19 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19 x 15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener
Features
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Toilet Only,Concrete
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,392
- Total interior livable area: 1,392 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,092
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 071015101084
- Zoning: SR-C1
- Special conditions: Arms Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Aluminum/Steel
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Madison
- Subdivision: Meek-browne
- Municipality: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2025 | Sold | $374,900$269/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #2009687 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $374,900$269/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2009687 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $374,900+70.4%$269/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2009687 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2019 | Sold | $220,000+4.8%$158/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2019 | Listed for sale | $209,900$151/sqft |
Source: First Weber Inc #1865856 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,759 +6.4% | $345,300 +9.5% |
| 2023 | $6,353 | $315,300 +15.3% |
| 2022 | -- | $273,500 +13% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Elvehjem
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Elvehjem Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Sennett Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Lafollette High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Elvehjem
- Middle: Sennett
- High: Lafollette
- District: Madison
Source: WIREX MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
$390,800
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- Wisconsin
- Dane County
- Madison
- 53716
- Elvehjem
- 1609 Ellen Avenue