For sale

$825,000

1233 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703

5beds

2,802sqft

$6,566/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1924

3,920 Square Feet Lot

$808,000 Zestimate^®

$294/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Timeless 1924 Craftsman beautifully blends historic character with exceptional modern updates just two blocks from Tenney Park and only one mile to the Capitol. This stunning 5-bedroom home features gorgeous original woodwork, hardwood floors, glass transom windows, and a cozy gas fireplace. The chef's kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, a GE Café Series range, Bosch refrigerator, and thoughtful design for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy movie nights in the home theater, then step outside to your private backyard retreat with terraced landscaping, patio, fire pit, new hot tub, and detached 2-car garage. Every update has been tastefully completed while preserving the home's original charm, creating the perfect balance of craftsmanship, comfort, and an unbeatable isthmus location. Brand new roof and recently painted exterior!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 121
Dimensions: 11 x 11

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 132
Dimensions: 11 x 12

Bedroom 4

Level: Lower
Area: 266
Dimensions: 19 x 14

Bedroom 5

Level: Upper
Area: 110
Dimensions: 10 x 11

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 196
Dimensions: 14 x 14

Family room

Area: 169
Dimensions: 13 x 13

Kitchen

Features: Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal
Level: Main
Area: 162
Dimensions: 18 x 9

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 375
Dimensions: 25 x 15

Heating

Forced Air

Appliances

Included: Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Included
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Central Vacuum, Theater, Bonus Room
Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Attic: Walk-up
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: 1 fireplace, Gas

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,802
Total interior livable area: 2,802 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,896

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: 2 car, Detached
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Patio
Fencing: Fenced

Lot

Size: 3,920 Square Feet
Dimensions: 32.25X126
Features: Near Public Transit, Sidewalk

Details

Parcel number: 070913105255
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Prairie/Craftsman
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding

Condition

Year built: 1924

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Farwells Plat

Location

Region: Madison

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $294/sqft
Tax assessed value: $612,000
Annual tax amount: $11,053
Date on market: 7/17/2026
Inclusions: Refrigerator, Stove/Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Lower Level Small Fridge, Lower Level Wine Fridge, Water Softener, All Window Coverings, Hot tub
Exclusions: personal items of seller

Estimated market value

$808,000

$768,000 - $848,000

$3,023/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/17/2026	Listed for sale	$825,000+12.2%$294/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #2028312 Report a problem
4/17/2025	Sold	$735,600+5.8%$263/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #1994701 Report a problem
3/15/2025	Contingent	$695,000$248/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1994701 Report a problem
3/7/2025	Listed for sale	$695,000+69.5%$248/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #1994701 Report a problem
8/1/2018	Sold	$410,000+5.1%$146/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #1831521 Report a problem
6/28/2018	Pending sale	$390,000$139/sqft
Source: Restaino & Associates #1831521 Report a problem
6/21/2018	Price change	$390,000-8.2%$139/sqft
Source: Restaino & Associates #1831521 Report a problem
5/30/2018	Listed for sale	$425,000$152/sqft
Source: Restaino & Associates #1831521 Report a problem
12/16/2017	Listing removed	$425,000$152/sqft
Source: Stark Company, REALTORS #1806661 Report a problem
6/22/2017	Listed for sale	$425,000+104.3%$152/sqft
Source: Stark Company, REALTORS #1806661 Report a problem
5/4/2005	Sold	$208,000$74/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$10,846 +4.9%	$554,100 +8%
2023	$10,338	$513,100 +7.3%
2022	--	$478,100 +10%
2021	--	$434,600 +6%
2020	--	$410,000
2019	$6,651	$410,000 +37.2%
2018	$6,651 -3.5%	$298,800
2017	$6,892 +12.5%	$298,800 +8%
2016	$6,125 +8.1%	$276,700 +16.7%
2014	$5,669 +7.4%	$237,200 +5.2%
2013	$5,278 -1.9%	$225,400
2012	$5,379 +1.9%	$225,400 -3%
2011	$5,278 +3.6%	$232,400
2010	$5,094 +8.2%	$232,400
2009	$4,708 +0.7%	$232,400 -4%
2008	$4,675 +4%	$242,100 +3.4%
2007	$4,497 +7.9%	$234,100 +7.6%
2006	$4,169 +2%	$217,500 +8%
2005	$4,088 +0.3%	$201,400 +7%
2004	$4,076 +11.6%	$188,200
2003	$3,654 +12.6%	$188,200 +32.3%
2002	$3,245 -0.8%	$142,300 +4%
2001	$3,270 +6.7%	$136,800 +10%
2000	$3,064	$124,400