Does Columbus, WI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is parking easy in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say parking is easy

Does Columbus, WI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say there are sidewalks

Are yards well-kept in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 85% of users say yards are well-kept

Do kids play outside in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say kids play outside

Is Columbus, WI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say car is needed

Is Columbus, WI walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Columbus, WI quiet?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say neighbors are friendly

Are the streets well-lit in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say streets are well-lit

Is there wildlife in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say there's wildlife

Is Columbus, WI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

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

As of early 2026, 40% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are there community events in Columbus, WI?

As of early 2026, 32% of users say there are community events

What is 242 E James St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 242 E James St in Columbus, WI is $218,800 .

What is the price history for 242 E James St?

242 E James St in Columbus, WI last sold for $70,000 in February 2009.

Is Columbus a buyer's or seller's market?

Columbus is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Columbus?

Residents describe Columbus, WI as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Columbus, WI .

How big is the lot at 242 E James St?

The lot at 242 E James St in Columbus, WI is about 0.21 acres (9,234 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$218,800

Trulia Estimate

Studio

242 E James St, Columbus, WI 53925

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 9, 2009 for $70,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$219K

Since last month

$2K (-1%)

Since last year

$24K (+12.3%)

Since last sale

$149K (+212.9%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +245% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$219K
July 2026	$221K
June 2026	$201K
May 2026	$198K
April 2026	$189K
March 2026	$201K
February 2026	$216K
January 2026	$207K
2025
December 2025	$183K
November 2025	$180K
October 2025	$178K
September 2025	$211K
August 2025	$195K
July 2025	$207K
June 2025	$202K
May 2025	$218K
April 2025	$221K
March 2025	$193K
February 2025	$193K
January 2025	$190K
2024
December 2024	$188K
November 2024	$196K
October 2024	$195K
September 2024	$195K
August 2024	$196K
July 2024	$200K
June 2024	$211K
May 2024	$192K
April 2024	$196K
March 2024	$199K
February 2024	$206K
January 2024	$173K
2023
December 2023	$177K
November 2023	$177K
October 2023	$180K
September 2023	$186K
August 2023	$188K
July 2023	$206K
June 2023	$196K
May 2023	$152K
April 2023	$148K
March 2023	$148K
February 2023	$142K
January 2023	$142K
2022
December 2022	$141K
November 2022	$145K
October 2022	$153K
September 2022	$157K
August 2022	$162K
July 2022	$172K
June 2022	$181K
May 2022	$178K
April 2022	$169K
March 2022	$156K
February 2022	$136K
January 2022	$140K
2021
December 2021	$134K
November 2021	$139K
October 2021	$139K
September 2021	$139K
August 2021	$146K
July 2021	$159K
June 2021	$166K
May 2021	$162K
April 2021	$157K
March 2021	$164K
February 2021	$162K
January 2021	$169K
2020
December 2020	$167K
November 2020	$164K
October 2020	$161K
September 2020	$161K
August 2020	$166K
July 2020	$171K
June 2020	$174K
May 2020	$184K
April 2020	$184K
March 2020	$184K
February 2020	$180K
January 2020	$177K
2019
December 2019	$171K
November 2019	$173K
October 2019	$180K
September 2019	$159K
August 2019	$153K
July 2019	$153K
June 2019	$152K
May 2019	$151K
April 2019	$157K
March 2019	$157K
February 2019	$153K
January 2019	$144K
2018
December 2018	$162K
November 2018	$162K
October 2018	$159K
September 2018	$150K
August 2018	$157K
July 2018	$145K
June 2018	$143K
May 2018	$142K
April 2018	$145K
March 2018	$160K
February 2018	$161K
January 2018	$157K
2017
December 2017	$67K
November 2017	$66K
October 2017	$65K
September 2017	$63K
August 2017	$65K
July 2017	$65K
June 2017	$68K
May 2017	$68K
April 2017	$65K
March 2017	$65K
February 2017	$65K
January 2017	$62K
2016
December 2016	$62K
November 2016	$65K
October 2016	$66K
September 2016	$63K
August 2016	$64K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
122 W Church St, Columbus, WI	0.22	Single-Family Home	$72,000	08/24/26	3	2	2,248
144 Waterloo St, Columbus, WI	0.04	Single-Family Home	$225,000	04/03/26	2	1.5	1,250
218 S Water St, Columbus, WI	0.10	Single-Family Home	$261,000	06/12/26	3	1.5	1,355
412 Manning STREET, Columbus, WI	0.11	Single-Family Home	$160,470	06/19/26	3	1.5	1,456
N3802 River Rd, Columbus, WI	0.40	Single-Family Home	$85,000	09/02/25		-	-
338 N Ludington St, Columbus, WI	0.23	Single-Family Home	$180,000	07/31/26	2	1	1,536
353 S Ludington St, Columbus, WI	0.21	Single-Family Home	$299,999	04/08/26	4	2.5	1,300
231 Campbell St, Columbus, WI	0.18	Single-Family Home	$357,000	07/06/26	4	1	1,976
300 S Dickason Blvd, Columbus, WI	0.25	Single-Family Home	$292,500	12/09/25	4	4.5	3,953
W12350 Highway 16/60, Columbus, WI	0.40	Single-Family Home	$95,000	03/31/26	1	1	1,198

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
132-138 Waterloo St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.03	$278,600	4	2	2,648	Off Market
144 Waterloo St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.04	$225,000	2	1.5	1,250	Recently Sold
204 Waterloo St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.08	$365,700	4	2.5	2,615	Off Market
148 E Harrison St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.09	$246,400	3	1.5	1,615	Off Market
218 S Water St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.10	$261,000	3	1.5	1,355	Recently Sold
412 Manning STREET, Columbus, WI 53925	0.11	$160,470	3	1.5	1,456	Recently Sold
247 South Water STREET, Columbus, WI 53925	0.11	$293,500	4	2	1,620	Off Market
222 N Water St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.12	$343,800	3	2	1,992	Off Market
257 S Water St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.12	-	-	-	-	Off Market
206 N Ludington St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.14	$313,300	2	1.5	1,866	Off Market
516-518 Manning St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.15	$358,000	6	2	3,044	Off Market
243 S Ludington St, Columbus, WI 53925	0.14	$283,200	3	1.5	1,782	Off Market

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Property Type

Single-Family Home

About this House

This single-family home is located at 242 E James St, Columbus, WI. 242 E James St is in Columbus, WI and in ZIP code 53925. This property has a lot size of 9234 sqft.

242 E James St, Columbus, WI 53925 is a studio single-family home. It last sold for $70,000 on Feb 9, 2009. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $218,800, with a rent estimate of $1,846/month.

Home Details for 242 E James St

Property Information
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 9234 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Feb 9, 2009 Source: N/A	Sold	$70,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$2,867	$162,900

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Market trends in Columbus

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Around this home

Columbus Elementary School
PK-5
Public
425 Students
Columbus School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Columbus elementary has been recently renovated and expanded. My children attended prior to the updates, but received an excellent education from a caring and dedicated staff. The school offers an in-house charter school program with a focus on hands on learning.
Parent Review
3y ago
8 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Columbus

At least 22 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say there's holiday spirit
91 % Say people would walk alone at night
90 % Say parking is easy
88 % Say there are sidewalks
85 % Say yards are well-kept
80 % Say kids play outside
78 % Say it's dog friendly
73 % Say car is needed
69 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
69 % Say it's quiet
66 % Say neighbors are friendly
66 % Say streets are well-lit
59 % Say there's wildlife
55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
40 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
32 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Ljwarren58
Resident
6y ago
"my neighborhood has families with children from 1 year to teenagers, yet is is a quiet neighborhood. It's very safe. "
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Tylerlaemmle
Resident
8y ago
"There seems to be a slight drug problem in the town, besides that crime seems really low. There is terrible road maintenance. "
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Ljwarren58
Resident
8y ago
"I live 4 blocks from work. I can safely walk to work at 10 PM. I can easily drive to work when weather is inclement. "
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zeppelin181914
13y ago
"Columbus has a micro climate that is a little milder so you will see more flowering plantings survive including the beautiful Red Bud tree's. Kid friendly, animal friendly and very low crime. Historic downtown with beautiful buildings. City activities almost every single weekend. Park that has frequent live music that can be heard thoughout town. Fabulous 4th of July fireworks. Close to the horicon marsh wildlife area. Most of the city has beautifully preserved historic homes that the owners are meticulous with, and take pride in. On main highway that is 20 minutes to downtown Madison and will be 15 minutes away from new U.W. hospital "
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Kim M.
15y ago
"Being on the rail road line and having the station there can be a hinder to many. The city of Columbus though is a great location and community to prosper in. And this house is right on the parade route on mainstreet, that is a lot of fun."
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Frequently asked questions about 242 E James St

What is 242 E James St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 242 E James St in Columbus, WI is $218,800.
What is the price history for 242 E James St?
242 E James St in Columbus, WI last sold for $70,000 in February 2009.
Is Columbus a buyer's or seller's market?
Columbus is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Columbus?
Residents describe Columbus, WI as easy to park in, pedestrian-friendly, and well-kept. See recently sold homes in Columbus, WI.
How big is the lot at 242 E James St?
The lot at 242 E James St in Columbus, WI is about 0.21 acres (9,234 sq ft).