Is Waunakee, WI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 99% of users say it's dog friendly

Is a car needed in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 95% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say yards are well-kept

Is parking easy in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say parking is easy

Do kids play outside in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say kids play outside

Does Waunakee, WI have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say there are sidewalks

Would people walk alone at night in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does Waunakee, WI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 84% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Waunakee, WI quiet?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's quiet

Are neighbors friendly in Waunakee, WI?

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

Is there wildlife in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say there's wildlife

Are the streets well-lit in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Waunakee, WI?

As of early 2026, 60% of users say there are community events

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

As of early 2026, 57% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Is Waunakee, WI walkable to restaurants?

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

Is Waunakee, WI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 43% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is the price history for 5597 River Rd?

5597 River Rd in Waunakee, WI last sold for $424,900 in September 2022.

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

Waunakee is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What's the median sale price in Waunakee?

The median sale price in Waunakee is $614K. That is down $22.3K from the prior month.

What do residents say about Waunakee?

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

How big is the lot at 5597 River Rd?

The lot at 5597 River Rd in Waunakee, WI is about 0.36 acres (15,681 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$424,900

Last sold price

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,270 sqft (on 0.36 acres)

5597 River Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597

Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 26, 2022 for $424,900

Home Value

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

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
5150 River Rd, Waunakee, WI	0.23	Single-Family Home	$485,000	07/21/26	3	2	1,692
5106 Reed Ln, Waunakee, WI	0.32	Single-Family Home	$360,000	06/26/26	3	2	1,372
5528 Catfish Ct, Waunakee, WI	0.71	Single-Family Home	$395,000	04/21/26	3	1.5	1,320
14 Weeping Birch Cir, Madison, WI	1.23	Single-Family Home	$400,000	07/20/26	3	2	1,976
5306 Arapahoe Ln, Madison, WI	1.02	Single-Family Home	$575,000	09/05/25	3	2.5	2,257
5209 Comanche Way, Madison, WI	1.17	Single-Family Home	$629,000	07/02/26	3	2	2,200
4713 Kennedy Rd, Madison, WI	1.20	Single-Family Home	$370,000	06/16/26	4	2	1,800
1125 Wheeler Rd, Madison, WI	1.24	Single-Family Home	$435,000	06/11/26	5	2	2,107
5501 Comanche Way, Madison, WI	1.03	Single-Family Home	$597,300	05/15/26	3	3.5	2,796
825 Northland Dr, Madison, WI	1.19	Single-Family Home	$450,000	06/17/26	3	2	1,292

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
Lot 1 Hope Ct, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.06	$145,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
5096 Tuggle Ln, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.16	$621,400	3	2.5	2,807	Off Market
5078 Tuggle Ln, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.24	$682,900	3	2	2,842	Off Market
5150 River Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.23	$485,000	3	2	1,692	Recently Sold
5103 Caton Ln, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.27	$583,800	3	3	2,726	Off Market
5106 Reed Ln, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.32	$360,000	3	2	1,372	Recently Sold
5133 Caton Ln, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.39	$528,700	4	3	2,022	Off Market
5244 River Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.47	$949,900	3	2.5	2,636	Off Market
5011 Gilkeson Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.69	$1,145,400	3	3	3,257	Off Market
5528 Catfish Ct, Waunakee, WI 53597	0.71	$395,000	3	1.5	1,320	Recently Sold
21 Menomonie Ct, Madison, WI 53704	0.74	$533,900	4	2.5	2,305	Off Market
17 Menomonie Ct, Madison, WI 53704	0.75	$509,900	3	2.5	1,904	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1969

Lot Size

0.36 acres

Living Area

2,270 sqft

About this House

RURAL! LOW WESTPORT TAXES! Nestled on a rural .36 acre mature lot in sought after Westport location across from Madison Country Day School! Beautifully maintained 2000+ sq/ft 4 bedrm & 2 bath home! Waunakee Schools! Enjoy access to miles of trails through the Cherokee Marsh/nature preserve! Brand NEW Kitchen! Gorgeous new cabinets, granite countertops & appliances 2005! All new windows 2010, new siding 2010, new roof 2011! Newer furnace 2012, New central air 2020! New water heater & softener 2009! 2 baths-completely remodeled! Beautiful living rm w/stone fireplace (new gas insert '14) & solid hardwood floors that extend into the lovely dining rm & 3 big bedrms! Walk-out lower level w/2nd fireplace, wet bar, 4th bedrm & bath! New huge patio off kitchen! VRP $399,900-$424,900.

5597 River Rd, Waunakee, WI 53597 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,270 sqft single-family home built in 1969. It last sold for $424,900 on Sep 26, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,805/month.

Home Details for 5597 River Rd

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1969
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.36 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Sep 26, 2022 Source: SCWMLS #1941116	Sold	$424,900
Aug 11, 2022 Source: RE/MAX International #1941116	Pending	$399,900
Aug 11, 2022 Source: WIREX MLS #1941116	Contingent	$399,900
Aug 8, 2022 Source: WIREX MLS #1939210	PendingToActive	$399,900
Jul 25, 2022 Source: RE/MAX International #1939210	Pending	$399,900
Jul 25, 2022 Source: WIREX MLS #1939210	Contingent	$399,900
Jul 13, 2022 Source: WIREX MLS #1939210	Listed For Sale	$399,900

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2020	$3,977	$266,900

Additional Cost

Market trends in Waunakee

Last updated July 2026

Avg. sale price

$614K

$22.3KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

—

Price per sq ft

$227

$4MoM

Available listings

40MoM

Around this home

Arboretum Elementary School
PK-4
Public
435 Students
Waunakee Community School District
10/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My son is currently finishing up his kindergarten year at Arboretum. We just moved to Waunakee last summer from hours away so we knew no one when he started out the school year. He raves about all of his wonderful teachers and has made tons of good friends. The school is very clean, the staff is friendly, and I love that they are always willing to take volunteers in the classroom or let parents eat lunch with the kids. At the beginning of the year, he could read two words (literally, his name and mine) and now he is reading with little to no help. Bonus, starting Spanish in Kindergarten has been a really exciting experience for him and he loves to utilize what he has learned when he's outside of school. We could not be more pleased. Sheila Wiehart is a very active face in the school's events. It gives a wonderful feeling to see the principal of the school first thing in the morning holding the for open for the kids. She does an incredible job at creating relationships with everyone.
Parent Review
10y ago
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What Locals Say about Waunakee

At least 77 Trulia users voted on each feature.

99 % Say it's dog friendly
95 % Say car is needed
92 % Say yards are well-kept
92 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say kids play outside
87 % Say there are sidewalks
87 % Say people would walk alone at night
84 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say it's quiet
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
71 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say streets are well-lit
60 % Say there are community events
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Lauradiltz
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7mo ago
"Family oriented community. Best place to raise kids. Strong sense of community and caring people. "
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Laura
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7mo ago
"School district is very good but a lot of cliques. Really depends where your kid falls in. Teachers are good. Great sports programs "
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Chad S.
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6y ago
"Waunakee is a great community with good schools and access to public transportation. Also has a great downtown with good food and breweries."
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Chris.stack55
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6y ago
"We have Waunafest, Waunaboom, Oktoberfest, and many other events great for kids and adults! I’ve lived here less than a year, so I don’t know everything that goes on. Sidewalks everywhere!"
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Smjarosz12
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6y ago
"Great schools, small town festivities all year round, lots of parks and trials. Multiple Subdivisions have pools. "
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1saltwatergirl
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6y ago
"There’s no public transportation that I’m aware of. My commute is 25 minutes his varies on traffic between 25-35 minutes. "
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6y ago
"There is no public transportation and we drive 20-30 minutes to and from work. There are shopping areas with a 15 minute drive. "
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7y ago
"Great schools, family friendly neighborhood, small town feel with variety of home options. Highly recommended. "
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Hagertyfour
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7y ago
"More kids coming back to area. Quiet wildlife. Great neighbors. Great neighborhood and a mile to schools"
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Katrina G.
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7y ago
"Family and pet friendly. Lots of people walk and bike. Great schools. Close to Madison. Lots of community events. "
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Mandy W.
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8y ago
"There are many great parks, soccer fields, and small fishing spots for kids throughout Waunakee. Always plenty to do and explore with kids of all ages. "
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Janice H.
12y ago
"Southbridge Subdivision is a beautiful planned community with sidewalks, multiple parks with tennis, sports fields, playgrounds & a community pool. The schools in Waunakee are outstanding. It's about 20 minutes to downtown or the West Town Mall. Very minimal traffic delays during rush hour. "
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Mripp
12y ago
"A great place for contemplative sunsets, peaceful days, and evenings with a view. "
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Fopr44
14y ago
"Nice older neighborhood. Great for starter home or for young couples. "
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Frequently asked questions about 5597 River Rd

What is the price history for 5597 River Rd?
5597 River Rd in Waunakee, WI last sold for $424,900 in September 2022.
Is Waunakee a buyer's or seller's market?
Waunakee is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What's the median sale price in Waunakee?
The median sale price in Waunakee is $614K. That is down $22.3K from the prior month.
What do residents say about Waunakee?
Residents describe Waunakee, WI as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Waunakee, WI.
How big is the lot at 5597 River Rd?
The lot at 5597 River Rd in Waunakee, WI is about 0.36 acres (15,681 sq ft).