Is Sparta, WI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 91% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Sparta, WI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 76% of users say kids play outside

Is Sparta, WI walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 66% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is there wildlife in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say there's wildlife

As of early 2026, 57% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say neighbors are friendly

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

As of early 2026, 51% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Sparta, WI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 51% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Sparta, WI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 49% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 42% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Sparta, WI?

As of early 2026, 17% of users say there are community events

What is 509 Central Ave estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI is $276,200 .

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

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

What do residents say about Sparta?

Residents describe Sparta, WI as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, WI .

What are the closest schools to 509 Central Ave?

The closest schools to 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI are Southside Elementary School (Pre-K), Sparta Elementary (rated 3/10), Sparta High School (rated 3/10).

Does 509 Central Ave have air conditioning?

Yes, 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 509 Central Ave?

The lot at 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI is about 0.29 acres (12,632 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$276,200

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,934 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

509 Central Ave, Sparta, WI 54656

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Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$276K

Since last month

$2K (-0.7%)

Since last year

$2K (-0.7%)

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 +111% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$277K
August 2026	$276K
July 2026	$279K
June 2026	$282K
May 2026	$277K
April 2026	$277K
March 2026	$274K
February 2026	$270K
January 2026	$268K
2025
December 2025	$270K
November 2025	$270K
October 2025	$273K
September 2025	$272K
August 2025	$278K
July 2025	$286K
June 2025	$282K
May 2025	$259K
April 2025	$259K
March 2025	$253K
February 2025	$248K
January 2025	$247K
2024
December 2024	$244K
November 2024	$245K
October 2024	$253K
September 2024	$248K
August 2024	$253K
July 2024	$257K
June 2024	$257K
May 2024	$254K
April 2024	$249K
March 2024	$243K
February 2024	$234K
January 2024	$230K
2023
December 2023	$232K
November 2023	$236K
October 2023	$238K
September 2023	$241K
August 2023	$240K
July 2023	$236K
June 2023	$236K
May 2023	$231K
April 2023	$228K
March 2023	$223K
February 2023	$217K
January 2023	$216K
2022
December 2022	$217K
November 2022	$220K
October 2022	$223K
September 2022	$224K
August 2022	$226K
July 2022	$229K
June 2022	$230K
May 2022	$230K
April 2022	$224K
March 2022	$217K
February 2022	$208K
January 2022	$206K
2021
December 2021	$208K
November 2021	$208K
October 2021	$209K
September 2021	$208K
August 2021	$207K
July 2021	$207K
June 2021	$195K
May 2021	$178K
April 2021	$181K
March 2021	$173K
February 2021	$171K
January 2021	$167K
2020
December 2020	$168K
November 2020	$167K
October 2020	$162K
September 2020	$160K
August 2020	$159K
July 2020	$158K
June 2020	$155K
May 2020	$151K
April 2020	$149K
March 2020	$149K
February 2020	$151K
January 2020	$152K
2019
December 2019	$150K
November 2019	$151K
October 2019	$156K
September 2019	$159K
August 2019	$157K
July 2019	$153K
June 2019	$150K
May 2019	$152K
April 2019	$147K
March 2019	$144K
February 2019	$140K
January 2019	$144K
2018
December 2018	$144K
November 2018	$147K
October 2018	$147K
September 2018	$146K
August 2018	$145K
July 2018	$142K
June 2018	$140K
May 2018	$141K
April 2018	$141K
March 2018	$142K
February 2018	$145K
January 2018	$144K
2017
December 2017	$142K
November 2017	$136K
October 2017	$135K
September 2017	$136K
August 2017	$133K
July 2017	$133K
June 2017	$133K
May 2017	$135K
April 2017	$138K
March 2017	$135K
February 2017	$135K
January 2017	$130K
2016
December 2016	$132K
November 2016	$129K
October 2016	$130K
September 2016	$131K

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
515 North STREET, Sparta, WI	0.11	Single-Family Home	$275,000	01/23/26	3	2	1,800
610 Central AVENUE, Sparta, WI	0.10	Single-Family Home	$221,000	12/19/25	4	2	1,842
702 Central AVENUE, Sparta, WI	0.13	Single-Family Home	$268,000	06/26/26	3	2.5	2,200
508 W Main St, Sparta, WI	0.03	Single-Family Home	$198,000	08/14/26	2	1.5	1,500
306 S K STREET, Sparta, WI	0.25	Single-Family Home	$235,052	04/22/26	3	2	1,564
508 W Oak STREET, Sparta, WI	0.10	Single-Family Home	$230,000	08/03/26	4	2.5	1,484
407 Merrill STREET, Sparta, WI	0.21	Single-Family Home	$220,000	04/24/26	5	2	2,212
817 Jefferson AVENUE, Sparta, WI	0.30	Single-Family Home	$225,000	10/06/25	3	2.5	1,518
515 West Montgomery STREET, Sparta, WI	0.32	Single-Family Home	$240,000	11/14/25	3	1.5	1,432
413 S Myrtle STREET, Sparta, WI	0.30	Single-Family Home	$156,000	05/07/26	3	1.5	1,200

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
409 Central Ave, Sparta, WI 54656	0.07	$201,700	3	2	1,266	Off Market
522 W Main STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.06	$298,000	4	2.5	2,200	Off Market
523 West Main STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.08	$177,100	3	1	1,600	Off Market
208 North St #L, Sparta, WI 54656	0.10	$223,700	4	1.5	1,300	Off Market
508 W Oak STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.10	$230,000	4	2.5	1,484	Recently Sold
610 Central AVENUE, Sparta, WI 54656	0.10	$221,000	4	2	1,842	Recently Sold
415 North STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.12	$315,000	5	1.5	2,170	For Sale
515 North STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.11	$275,000	3	2	1,800	Recently Sold
614 Central AVENUE, Sparta, WI 54656	0.11	$179,400	3	2	1,400	Off Market
511 West Oak STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.14	$183,800	2	1	825	Off Market
515 West Oak STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.14	$316,300	Studio	-	-	Off Market
606 West Oak STREET, Sparta, WI 54656	0.13	$231,400	3	2	1,708	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1855

0.29 acre lot

1,934 sqft

$143/sqft

About this House

WONDERFULLY RESTORED ITALIANATE VICTORIAN READY FOR NEW OWNERS TO CHERISH!DETAILED FEATURES INCLUDE MAPLE/OAK FLOORS W/ CUSTOM INLAY,POCKET DOORS,ORIGINAL WOODWORK,GRAND STAIRCASE LEADING TO 3 BR'S,FULL BA UPPER FLR.TWO FRPLCES WITH ORNATE MANTLES(1 GAS,1 NAT)& FREE STANDING GAS STOVE IN KEEPING ROOM OFF OPEN KITCHEN TO WARM THE SOUL.MAIN FLR LAUNDRY,UPDATED HIGH EFFICIENT FURNACE,W/UV LIGHT ALLERGEN FILTER SYSTEM ELECT,PLUMBING,ROOF,APPLIANCES.PRIVATE BACKYARD WITH FIREPIT AND WONDERFUL PERENNIAL GARDENS.

509 Central Ave, Sparta, WI 54656 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,934 sqft single-family home built in 1855. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $276,200, with a rent estimate of $1,805/month.

Home Details for 509 Central Ave

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Interior Details AtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room
Appliances & Utilities Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage Parking Space: 1

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1855
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 21, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$129,900
Jul 20, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$129,900 Price decreased by 3%
Jun 25, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$134,000 Price decreased by 6%
Apr 27, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$142,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,340	$288,000

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Market trends in Sparta

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Around this home

Southside Elementary School
PK-K
Public
268 Students
Sparta Area School District
NA
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I have liked this school a lot. They are attentive to my son's needs and communicate with me very effectively. I feel like we are all on the same team.
Parent Review
7y ago
3 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Sparta

At least 30 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say car is needed
91 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say yards are well-kept
77 % Say there's holiday spirit
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
76 % Say kids play outside
66 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
57 % Say there's wildlife
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say neighbors are friendly
51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
49 % Say there are sidewalks
42 % Say streets are well-lit
17 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Bac355
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6y ago
"neighbors are friendly and often stop to talk when out walking. We have neighborhood get togethers and picnics."
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Jason H.
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6y ago
"Overall a good town. I personally don’t have kids living with me to know about schools but there’s plenty of parks and activities for kids. I give this town for families a 7/10"
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7y ago
"Peaceful but I’ve only been here a few months. People are friendly and talk to you. It’s nice here so far. "
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April R.
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7y ago
"I've lived in Sparta my whole life, it's a very family-friendly town. very safe, not much crime. "
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Nicole D.
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8y ago
"There are tons of kids in the neighborhood for my children to play with and even though i dont know all of my neighbors everyone is always friendly!"
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Rachel G.
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8y ago
"It’s a very nice town and would love to move there again. People are very nice and it is close to shopping"
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ronsusanriley
12y ago
"sparta is a friendly with accessability to a lot of businesses down town and on the highway"
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Frequently asked questions about 509 Central Ave

What is 509 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI is $276,200.
Is Sparta a buyer's or seller's market?
Sparta is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Sparta?
Residents describe Sparta, WI as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sparta, WI.
What are the closest schools to 509 Central Ave?
The closest schools to 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI are Southside Elementary School (Pre-K), Sparta Elementary (rated 3/10), Sparta High School (rated 3/10).
Does 509 Central Ave have air conditioning?
Yes, 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 509 Central Ave?
The lot at 509 Central Ave in Sparta, WI is about 0.29 acres (12,632 sq ft).