Show 5/8. Welcome to this beautifully updated Cape Cod nestled in the vibrant Atwood Neighborhood—just steps from Lake Monona, top-rated restaurants, local shops, & everything Madison’s near east side has to offer. This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home is filled with character & natural light, featuring new hardwood floors, a new roof, new deck and porch, & so much more (don’t miss the full list of updates online!). The thoughtful layout includes two bedrooms & a full bath on the main level, while the spacious upstairs primary suite offers privacy & a convenient half bath. The lower level provides generous storage & future expansion potential—ideal for a home gym, office, or rec room. Don’t miss your chance to own this move-in-ready gem in one of Madison’s most desirable neighborhoods!
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$617,900
505 Ludington Ave, Madison, WI 53704
3beds
1,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$614,900 Zestimate®
$418/sqft
$2,654 Estimated rent
Home value
$614,900
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Listed by:
Minh Nguyen,
Lauer Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with:
Beth Hanthorn, 53106-90
Century 21 Affiliated
Source: SCWMLS,MLS#: 1997975
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13 x 9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Bonus Room
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,480
- Total interior livable area: 1,480 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,480
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40X85
- Features: Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 071005320040
- Zoning: TR-C3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Madison
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $418/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $529,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,012
- Date on market: 5/8/2025
- Listing terms: Arms Length
- Inclusions: Range, Wall Stove, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
- Exclusions: Seller's personal property.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/1/2026 | Sold | $617,900+11.1%$418/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Sold | $556,000-3.3%$376/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Pending sale | $575,000$389/sqft |
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| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $575,000+50.9%$389/sqft |
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| 8/14/2024 | Sold | $381,000$257/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,249 +2% | $472,500 +5% |
| 2023 | $9,067 | $450,000 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $409,100 +15% |
| 2021 | -- | $355,700 +3% |
| 2020 | -- | $345,300 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $6,427 | $326,900 +10% |
| 2018 | $6,427 -4.3% | $297,200 |
| 2017 | $6,716 +7.3% | $297,200 +6% |
| 2016 | $6,260 +3.1% | $280,400 +8.2% |
| 2014 | $6,070 +17% | $259,200 +6% |
| 2013 | $5,189 -4.9% | $244,500 +5% |
| 2012 | $5,454 +5.1% | $232,900 |
| 2011 | $5,189 +1.4% | $232,900 -2% |
| 2010 | $5,116 +4.7% | $237,700 -3% |
| 2009 | $4,887 +5.2% | $245,100 |
| 2008 | $4,645 -1.4% | $245,100 |
| 2007 | $4,713 +4.1% | $245,100 +4% |
| 2006 | $4,528 +2% | $235,700 +8% |
| 2005 | $4,437 +4.1% | $218,200 +11% |
| 2004 | $4,263 +13.9% | $196,600 |
| 2003 | $3,742 +4.5% | $196,600 +25.5% |
| 2002 | $3,580 +3.1% | $156,600 +8% |
| 2001 | $3,471 -4.3% | $145,000 -1.1% |
| 2000 | $3,626 | $146,600 |
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Neighborhood: Schenk-Atwood
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Lowell Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10O'keeffe Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lowell
- Middle: OKeeffe
- High: East
- District: Madison
Source: SCWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Dane County
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