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$299,000

4700 Shaffer Ave, Madison, WI 53716

2beds

724sqft

$2,541/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1939

7,840 Square Feet Lot

$291,200 Zestimate^®

$413/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Warm and welcoming describes this charming, updated ranch in a very desirable east side location, close to schools, shopping, bus line, and main roads for getting around Madison and beyond. Large heated and cooled 3-season room provides a great space for enjoying a meal on a summer night overlooking the backyard. Home boasts a large 2-car garage, which is rare in homes of this vintage. New Flooring and trim throughout the interior in 2023; ductwork was professionally cleaned in 2023. New wood fence by driveway added in 2024. Includes a 1-year home warranty. Home may not qualify for VA or FHA loans as exterior will need a bit of TLC. Home being sold "AS IS"

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 99
Dimensions: 11 x 9

Bedroom 2

Level: Main
Area: 72
Dimensions: 9 x 8

Kitchen

Features: Microwave, Disposal
Level: Main
Area: 80
Dimensions: 10 x 8

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Water Softener Included

Features

At Least 1 tub, Three-Season, Foyer
Basement: Full,Crawl Space
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 724
Total interior livable area: 724 sqft
Finished area above ground: 724

Property

Parking

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

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Deck

Lot

Size: 7,840 Square Feet
Features: Near Public Transit

Details

Parcel number: 071016204168
Zoning: SR-C2

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Ranch
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Wood Siding
Foundation: Poured concrete foundatn

Condition

Year built: 1939

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet - Cable

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Madison

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $413/sqft
Tax assessed value: $270,700
Annual tax amount: $4,836
Date on market: 8/6/2026
Inclusions: Microwave, window coverings, a 1-year home warranty policy, and furniture in the house is negotiable.
Exclusions: Dining table and chairs, wood bench in 3-season room.

Estimated market value

$291,200

$277,000 - $306,000

$2,165/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/6/2026	Listed for sale	$299,000+283.3%$413/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #2029787 Report a problem
9/1/1996	Sold	$78,000$108/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$4,841 +7.1%	$247,300 +10.2%
2023	$4,521	$224,400 +13.4%
2022	--	$197,900 +16%
2021	--	$170,600 +7%
2020	--	$159,400 +5%
2019	$3,147	$151,800 +6%
2018	$3,147 +3.4%	$143,200 +7%
2017	$3,043 +6.4%	$133,800 +5%
2016	$2,859 -0.1%	$127,400 +5%
2014	$2,861 +0.8%	$121,300 +3%
2013	$2,838 +0.2%	$117,800 -2%
2012	$2,833 -0.2%	$120,200 -5%
2011	$2,838 +1.5%	$126,500 -2%
2010	$2,796 +8.2%	$129,100
2009	$2,583 +2.3%	$129,100 -2%
2008	$2,526 -2.4%	$131,700
2007	$2,587 +5.7%	$131,700 +6%
2006	$2,447 +3.4%	$124,200 +9%
2005	$2,367 +0.9%	$113,900 +8%
2004	$2,347 +0.7%	$105,500
2003	$2,330 +2.8%	$105,500 +9.2%
2002	$2,266 +3.1%	$96,600 +8.1%
2001	$2,198 +1%	$89,400 +4%
2000	$2,176	$86,000