601 E  Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703
Kitchen
Bedroom
OFF MARKET

601 E Johnson St
Madison, WI 53703

Tenney-Lapham
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,050 sqft
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,050 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Year Built
1912
Living Area
1,050 sqft

About this House

Large four bedroom flat with gorgeous hardwood floors. Stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. Great location just one block away from James Madison Park. Central air. Private entrance. Private balcony.

Tenant is responsible for electric and gas, which is your heat and hot water.
601 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,050 sqft apartment in Tenney-Lapham, built in 1912. It last sold for $208,900 on Feb 6, 2008. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2019 with an asking price of $1,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 10, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,417/month.

Home Details for 601 E Johnson St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1912Year Updated: 1965
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 3

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3432 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 601 E Johnson St

DatePriceEventSource
04/10/2020$1,960ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/08/2020$1,960PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/26/2019$1,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
12/11/2019$1,100PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/31/2019$1,280PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/23/2019$1,480PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/14/2019$1,600Listed For RentAgent Provided
02/06/2008$208,900Sold
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$9,631
Assessment$492,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 601 E Johnson St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.83
Apartment
$610,000
12/30/25
3
1
952
0.65
Apartment
$471,000
05/22/26
2
1
1,984
0.76
Apartment
$568,000
06/23/26
2
1
2,414
0.64
Apartment
$750,000
12/29/25
1
1
700
0.50
Apartment
$600,000
06/16/26
2
2
1,130
1.22
Apartment
$630,000
07/06/26
4
2
1,382
0.43
Apartment
$415,000
04/21/26
2
1
850
0.26
Apartment
$1,283,000
08/29/25
2
1
760
1.06
-
-
-
-
0.90
Apartment
$825,000
03/26/26
1
1
1,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 601 E Johnson St.
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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Tenney-Lapham

At least 45 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 77 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say car is needed

  • 40 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 38 % Say kids play outside

  • 37 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "The environment is welcoming and calm. I love to walk to the grocery store and watch the field games from my apartment."
  • Trulia User
    "There’s a bodega 3 times a year at the Breese Stevens field where they sell lots of interesting stuff."
  • Trulia User
    "There’s good public transportation and is not far from anywhere in Madison. It is downtown so close to things."
  • Gabrielle A.
    "Rough. 40 mins in rush hour (work in Verona but love living downtown/near east side). Willing to make the commute for walkability and lake access/charm in area."
  • Gabrielle A.
    "Close to lake, well-kept homes, clean, in between 2 parks, near up-and-coming east Washington/breese Stevens field, close to b-cycle station, little crime activity, walking distance to downtown."
  • Katie
    " My commute to work is no big deal and has never presented an issue as I do not have to use the beltline to get to work "
  • aquamwi
    "There are many dogs around and plenty of great parks to take them too. First is James Madison and then the Locks by Tenney-Lapham Park. "
  • Laura A. C.
    "It’s not only located in the Heart of downtown Madison but it’s also right off the bike path and steps away from James Madison park. "

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Frequently asked questions about 601 E Johnson St

  • What is the price history for 601 E Johnson St?
    601 E Johnson St in Madison, WI last sold for $208,900 in February 2008.
  • Is Madison a buyer's or seller's market?
    Madison is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Madison?
    The median sale price in Madison is $423K. That is up $7.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Tenney-Lapham neighborhood in Madison, WI as walkable to restaurants, pedestrian-friendly, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Tenney-Lapham, Madison.
  • Does 601 E Johnson St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 601 E Johnson St in Madison, WI has air conditioning.
  • Does 601 E Johnson St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 601 E Johnson St in Madison, WI has laundry facilities.