518 Bowman Ave, Madison, WI 53716
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SOLD
JUN 22, 2026

518 Bowman Ave
Madison, WI 53716

Lake Edge
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,008 sqft

$385,000

Last Sold: Jun 22, 2026
1% below list $390K
$382/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,501/mo*

$385,000

Last Sold: Jun 22, 2026
1% below list $390K
$382/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,501/mo*
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,008 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Move right into this cozy yet charming 3 bedroom on Madison’s East side! Beautiful hardwood floors welcome you inside to the living/family room and lead you directly to all 3 main level bedrooms and full bath with shower/tub combo. Kitchen boasts all stainless steel appliances and well cared for quartz countertops, plus a walkout to the fenced in backyard & patio. Basement is ready for its next owner to bring all their future plans, already equipped framing/drywall/electrical, family room with a gas fireplace, roughed for a 4th bed, and full bath! Not to mention the high efficiency solar panels, 1 car detached garage & ideal corner lot. Just minutes to parks, hospitals, Lake Monona, Hwy 51 and more.
518 Bowman Ave, Madison, WI 53716 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,008 sqft single-family home in Lake Edge, built in 1956. It last sold for $385,000 on Jun 22, 2026 (1% below the $389,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $385,200, with a rent estimate of $2,281/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$382/sqft
Listed
36 days ago

Home Details for 518 Bowman Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Full Size Windows/Exposed,Bath/StubbedNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1008 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Washer, Dryer, Water Softener IncludedDryerLaundry: Lower LevelWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: Fenced
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: 1 car,Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1008 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Seller’s Personal PropertyIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer/Dryer, All Window Coverings/BlindsParcel Number: 071009408149

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $389,900Price Per Sqft: $382/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: MadisonCommunity: Morningside Heights
School Information
Elementary School: Call School DistrictElementary School District: MadisonJr High / Middle School: SennettJr High / Middle School District: MadisonHigh School: LafolletteHigh School District: Madison

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1008 Square Feet

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Offer

Listing Terms: Arms Length

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 2020190Attribution Contact: Offic: 608-709-9886Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1008
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by MHB Real Estate Team
MHB Real Estate
Bought with: Yoo Realty Group, Real Broker LLC
Source: SCWMLS, MLS#2020190

Price History for 518 Bowman Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/22/2026$385,000Sold
N/A
04/30/2026$389,900ContingentWIREX MLS #2020190
04/08/2026$389,900Listed For SaleWIREX MLS #2020190
02/22/2026$389,900ListingRemovedWIREX MLS #2014918
02/07/2026$389,900ContingentWIREX MLS #2014918
02/05/2026$389,900PriceChange
WIREX MLS #2014918
01/15/2026$399,900Listed For SaleWIREX MLS #2014918
07/30/2021$320,000Sold
N/A
06/30/2006$199,900Sold
N/A

Market trends in Madison

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$423K
$7.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.8%
1.0%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$260
$10
MoM
Available listings
704
43
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,162
Assessment$365,900
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 518 Bowman Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.06
Single-Family Home
$385,100
06/15/26
3
1
1,248
0.06
Single-Family Home
$400,000
11/14/25
3
1
1,244
0.11
Single-Family Home
$344,000
05/28/26
3
1
1,320
0.16
Single-Family Home
$352,000
12/10/25
3
1
1,109
0.22
Single-Family Home
$350,000
09/18/25
3
1
1,058
0.11
Single-Family Home
$340,000
12/19/25
2
1
750

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What Locals Say about Lake Edge

At least 15 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's wildlife

  • 68 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 65 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 48 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 30 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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    "Close to Olbrich Park and Michael's Frozen Custard! Easy access to Stoughton Road and Monona Drive. Bus route stops within 2 blocks of this location. City bike trials within 1/2 mile. East side YMCA 2 blocks away. Wonderful coffee shop (Java Cat) down the street :) "

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