Is Elvehjem, Madison, WI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Elvehjem, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 97% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Elvehjem, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 96% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Elvehjem, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say car is needed

Do kids play outside in Elvehjem, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say kids play outside

Is Elvehjem, Madison, WI quiet?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's quiet

Does Elvehjem, Madison, WI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say there are sidewalks

Are neighbors friendly in Elvehjem, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say neighbors are friendly

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As of early 2026, 70% of users say there's wildlife

Do residents of Elvehjem, Madison, WI plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Elvehjem, Madison, WI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say there's holiday spirit

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As of early 2026, 61% of users say people would walk alone at night

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As of early 2026, 54% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

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As of early 2026, 45% of users say there are community events

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As of early 2026, 44% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Elvehjem, Madison, WI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 26% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

OFF MARKET

1401 Ellen Ave
Madison, WI 53716

Elvehjem

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,816 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$424,200

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 30, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $2,774/mo*

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$424,200

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 30, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $2,774/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

3 Baths

1,816 sqft

(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1401 Ellen Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1963

Lot Size

0.32 acres

Living Area

1,816 sqft

Price/Sqft

$234

Parking

Garage

About this House

Three bedrooms on the main floor. One more bedroom (not official) and half bath in the full finished basement. The fenced yard is very big and private with 26 tall trees surrounding the property. Basketball hoop and pad in the back. Besides the 2-car garage, we have a side pad for an extra car and lots of street parking on this corner lot.

Neighborhood Description

Safe, quiet, two close parks, great neighborhood association.

1401 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI 53716 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,816 sqft single-family home in Elvehjem, built in 1963. It last sold for $302,000 on Dec 22, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $424,200, with a rent estimate of $2,919/month.

Home Details for 1401 Ellen Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath, Office, Recreation Room, WorkshopStorageCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylLawnPatio
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1963Year Updated: 2005
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Ranch / Rambler

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Mobile R/V
RV Parking Rv Parking

Building
Fitness & Sports Basketball Court

Price History for 1401 Ellen Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
12/18/2022		ListingRemoved	WIREX MLS #1918641

12/22/2021	$302,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/22/2021 Contract Date 11/30/2021 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
11/01/2021	$299,900	Pending	WIREX MLS #1918641

10/01/2021	$299,900	PendingToActive	WIREX MLS #1918641

09/30/2021	$299,900	Contingent	WIREX MLS #1918641

09/22/2021	$299,900	Listed For Sale	WIREX MLS #1918641

03/19/2014	$186,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/19/2014 Contract Date 03/04/2014 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/07/2013	$189,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $6,000 (-3%)
10/05/2013	$195,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,000 (-1%)
06/27/2013	$197,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $2,000 (-1%)
05/23/2013	$199,900	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

08/19/2012	$185,000	ListingRemoved	N/A

06/20/2012	$185,000	Listed For Sale	N/A

Market trends in Madison

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$423K

$7.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

1.0%MoM

Price per sq ft

$260

$10MoM

Available listings

704

43MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$6,969
Assessment	$356,000

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1401 Ellen Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1510 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.15	Single-Family Home	$351,600	02/04/26	3	2	2,015
5313 Starker Ave, Madison, WI	0.12	Single-Family Home	$339,000	03/11/26	3	1.5	1,258
1509 Ellen AVENUE, Madison, WI	0.16	Single-Family Home	$380,000	11/07/25	3	1.5	2,028
1317 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.05	Single-Family Home	$450,000	03/20/26	3	2	1,622
1214 Bay Ridge Rd, Madison, WI	0.16	Single-Family Home	$425,000	01/12/26	4	3	1,730
1518 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.18	Single-Family Home	$410,000	11/26/25	3	2	2,094
1117 Amsterdam Ave, Madison, WI	0.22	Single-Family Home	$440,000	08/29/25	3	2.5	2,296
1205 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.18	Single-Family Home	$425,000	07/15/26	4	2.5	1,981
1218 Amsterdam Ave, Madison, WI	0.16	Single-Family Home	$360,000	10/07/25	4	2	1,774
5110 Sherven Dr, Madison, WI	0.22	Single-Family Home	$430,000	03/03/26	3	1.5	1,563

Nearby homes

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SOLD
MAR 20, 2026
$450,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,622 sqft
1317 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $402,100
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,830 sqft
5401 Painted Post Dr,
Madison, WI 53716
FOR SALE
3D VIEW
$425,000
5 bd
1.5 ba
2,072 sqft
1422 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $505,900
4 bd
2 ba
2,008 sqft
5209 Painted Post Dr,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $474,100
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,461 sqft
5421 Painted Post Dr,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $438,100
3 bd
2 ba
2,122 sqft
5222 Starker Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
JAN 12, 2026
$425,000
4 bd
3 ba
1,730 sqft
1214 Bay Ridge Rd,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $350,600
3 bd
2 ba
1,880 sqft
1213 Bay Ridge Rd,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $390,200
3 bd
2 ba
1,505 sqft
1209 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $482,300
4 bd
2 ba
2,408 sqft
1421 Vondron Rd,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
JUL 29, 2026
$451,900
3 bd
2 ba
2,704 sqft
1210 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
JUL 15, 2026
$425,000
4 bd
2.5 ba
1,981 sqft
1205 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716

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What Locals Say about Elvehjem

At least 25 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say it's dog friendly
97 % Say yards are well-kept
96 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say car is needed
82 % Say kids play outside
77 % Say it's quiet
76 % Say there are sidewalks
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
70 % Say there's wildlife
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
61 % Say there's holiday spirit
61 % Say people would walk alone at night
54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
45 % Say there are community events
44 % Say streets are well-lit
26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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Matt P
Resident
3mo ago
"We absolutely love living here! There are three parks within a 10-minute walk from our house, including the multiple playground sets at the elementary school. We feel safe and secure, and we know all our neighbors. It's a great place to raise a family!"
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Christina G.
Resident
6y ago
"Easy access to many major highways which makes commuting to anywhere in Madison about 20 minutes or less without traffic"
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mpahs187
13y ago
"I live in this neighborhood and its very safe and people look out for one another."
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