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SOLD

APR 3, 2026

1606 Ellen Ave
Madison, WI 53716

Elvehjem

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,788 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$485,000

Last Sold: Apr 3, 2026

9% over list $445K

$271/sqft

$485,000

Last Sold: Apr 3, 2026

9% over list $445K

$271/sqft

4 Beds

2 Baths

1,788 sqft

(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1606 Ellen Ave.
Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Description

Welcome home! Step inside this beautiful sunlit ranch located in the popular Elvehjem neighborhood. Open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout the main level. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and tile backsplash. Large Andersen windows allow for plenty of natural light in every room. Contemporary bathrooms are updated with style and create a spa like feeling. Finished lower level has separate living area and a 4th bedroom en-suite with large walk-in closet perfect for guests or mother-in-law suite. Take your food and beverage outside to the lovely private fenced in yard with cozy firepit and stamped concrete patio. Tandem 4 car garage has a separate heated area behind the main 2 car garage that can be used as additional garage, storage area, exercise room, crafting area or a shop. EV charger installed. Close to Metro Market, Great Dane, Coffee Shops, Chocolate Shoppe ice cream and more!

1606 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI 53716 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,788 sqft single-family home in Elvehjem, built in 1961. It last sold for $485,000 on Apr 3, 2026 (9% above the $445,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $490,600, with a rent estimate of $2,861/month.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Patio

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$271/sqft

Listed

31 days ago

Home Details for 1606 Ellen Ave

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Full,Full Size Windows/Exposed,FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1788 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable Available, Internet - CableAppliances: Washer, Dryer, Water Softener IncludedDryerLaundry: Lower LevelWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedFoundation: Poured concrete foundatn
Parking & Garage No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: 4+ car,Detached,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),Heated Garage,Garage Door Opener,Tandem
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1147 Square Feet

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1961
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information Included in Sale: Range/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, disposal, washer, dryer, water softener.Parcel Number: 071015102256

Price & Status
Price List Price: $445,000Price Per Sqft: $271/sqft

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Location
Direction & Address City: MadisonCommunity: Elvehjem
School Information Elementary School: ElvehjemElementary School District: MadisonJr High / Middle School: SennettJr High / Middle School District: MadisonHigh School: LafolletteHigh School District: Madison

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1788 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Offer
Listing Terms: Arms Length

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 2015656Attribution Contact: Pref: 262-492-7763Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1147

Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago

Listed by Masha Roden

Stark Company, REALTORS

Bought with: Alan Feder, Realty Executives Cooper Spransy

Source: SCWMLS, MLS#2015656

Price History for 1606 Ellen Ave

Date	Price	Event	Source
04/03/2026	$485,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/03/2026 Contract Date 04/02/2026 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/06/2026	$445,000	Pending	WIREX MLS #2015656

02/06/2026	$445,000	Contingent	WIREX MLS #2015656

01/29/2026	$445,000	Listed For Sale	WIREX MLS #2015656

12/06/2022	$405,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/06/2022 Contract Date 11/23/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
10/22/2022	$399,900	Pending	WIREX MLS #1945592

10/19/2022	$399,900	Listed For Sale	WIREX MLS #1945592

04/06/2006	$176,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 04/06/2006 Contract Date 03/28/2006 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax $528

Market trends in Madison

Last updated May 2026

Avg. sale price

$415K

$8.83KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

101.7%

1.3%MoM

Price per sq ft

$250

$8MoM

Available listings

661

102MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$8,053
Assessment	$411,400

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1606 Ellen Ave

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1518 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.03	Single-Family Home	$410,000	11/26/25	3	2	2,094
1709 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.09	Single-Family Home	$420,000	08/25/25	3	2	1,710
1510 Ellen Ave, Madison, WI	0.06	Single-Family Home	$351,600	02/04/26	3	2	2,015
1509 Ellen AVENUE, Madison, WI	0.07	Single-Family Home	$380,000	11/07/25	3	1.5	2,028
10 Ammerman Cir, Madison, WI	0.28	Single-Family Home	$425,000	02/25/26	4	2	1,656
1802 Grafton Rd, Madison, WI	0.23	Single-Family Home	$475,000	06/03/26	4	2	1,640
5110 Sherven Dr, Madison, WI	0.20	Single-Family Home	$430,000	03/03/26	3	1.5	1,563
5313 Starker Ave, Madison, WI	0.09	Single-Family Home	$339,000	03/11/26	3	1.5	1,258
5 Coffey Cir, Madison, WI	0.21	Single-Family Home	$400,000	10/20/25	3	2	1,514

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SOLD
NOV 26, 2025
$410,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,094 sqft
1518 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
FEB 4, 2026
$351,600
3 bd
2 ba
2,015 sqft
1510 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
NOV 18, 2025
$374,900
3 bd
1 ba
1,392 sqft
1609 Ellen Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
NOV 7, 2025
$380,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
2,028 sqft
1509 Ellen AVENUE,
Madison, WI 53716
Closed
OFF MARKET
Est. $432,100
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,446 sqft
1610 National Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
SOLD
DEC 19, 2025
$385,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,452 sqft
1617 National Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $425,400
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,691 sqft
5213 Starker Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $447,500
3 bd
2 ba
2,122 sqft
5222 Starker Ave,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $527,900
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,441 sqft
1513 Vondron Rd,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $385,400
3 bd
1 ba
1,611 sqft
1609 Vondron Rd,
Madison, WI 53716
OFF MARKET
Est. $432,700
3 bd
2 ba
1,710 sqft
1709 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.
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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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