Sunny, well-cared-for Nakoma Colonial is ready for its newest owners, who would be only the third in its history. Located on tree-lined streets and with easy access to the bike path, this home is an oasis in the city. Charming original details throughout have been well-preserved. Spacious living room with a fireplace flows easily into the dining room and kitchen. Walk outside to the breezy screened-in porch overlooking a huge, sunny backyard. Upstairs, you'll find 3 generously sized bedrooms with plenty of storage and a walk-up attic. Oversized one-stall garage and basement allow for additional space. Nakoma is home to neighborhood events including 4th of July Parade, Fall Gathering, 12th Night Play, and more. Welcome home!
Sold for $705,000
$705,000
838 Hiawatha Dr, Madison, WI 53711
3beds
2,025sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$726,100 Zestimate®
$348/sqft
$3,155 Estimated rent
Home value
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$683,000 - $770,000
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Listed by:
Liz Quinn,
Compass Real Estate Wisconsin,
Natasha Sattin,
Compass Real Estate Wisconsin
Bought with:
Kelsey Swanson Graf, 90528-94
Compass Real Estate Wisconsin
Source: SCWMLS,MLS#: 2002300
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: 176
- Dimensions: 11 x 16
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 121
- Dimensions: 11 x 11
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 9 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 300
- Dimensions: 25 x 12
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Softener Included
Features
- Internet- Fiber available, Rec Room
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: 2 fireplaces
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,025
- Total interior livable area: 2,025 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,677
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 car, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit, Sidewalk
Details
- Parcel number: 070929422114
- Zoning: TR-C1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured concrete foundatn
Condition
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet - Cable
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Madison
- Subdivision: Nakoma
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Arms Length
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2025 | Sold | $705,000+0.9%$348/sqft |
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| 8/18/2025 | Contingent | $699,000$345/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #2002300 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $699,000-3.6%$345/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2002300 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $725,000-1.4%$358/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $735,000$363/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2002300 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12,526 +4% | $639,900 +7% |
| 2023 | $12,049 | $598,000 +10% |
| 2022 | -- | $543,600 +11% |
| 2021 | -- | $489,700 +7% |
| 2020 | -- | $457,700 +3% |
| 2019 | $8,832 | $444,400 +10% |
| 2018 | $8,832 -2.1% | $404,000 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,024 +3.1% | $396,100 +4% |
| 2016 | $8,749 0% | $380,900 +3% |
| 2014 | $8,750 +9.2% | $369,800 +4% |
| 2013 | $8,015 -4.8% | $355,600 |
| 2012 | $8,424 +5.1% | $355,600 |
| 2011 | $8,015 +3.6% | $355,600 |
| 2010 | $7,739 +8.1% | $355,600 |
| 2009 | $7,160 +5.4% | $355,600 |
| 2008 | $6,796 -1.3% | $355,600 |
| 2007 | $6,884 -0.1% | $355,600 |
| 2006 | $6,890 +0.2% | $355,600 +6% |
| 2005 | $6,875 -0.8% | $335,500 +6% |
| 2004 | $6,930 +2.7% | $316,500 |
| 2003 | $6,751 +12.6% | $316,500 +22% |
| 2002 | $5,994 +1.2% | $259,500 +6% |
| 2001 | $5,925 +11.7% | $244,800 +15% |
| 2000 | $5,304 | $212,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Nakoma
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Thoreau Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Cherokee Heights Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 9/10West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Thoreau
- Middle: Cherokee Heights
- High: West
- 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
- Madison
- 53711
- Nakoma
- 838 Hiawatha Dr
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