Is Bay Creek, Madison, WI walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is Bay Creek, Madison, WI dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say it's dog friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 92% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is parking easy in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

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

Does Bay Creek, Madison, WI have sidewalks?

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

Are yards well-kept in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

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

Do kids play outside in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say kids play outside

Is Bay Creek, Madison, WI walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Does Bay Creek, Madison, WI show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are neighbors friendly in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

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

Is there wildlife in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

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

Do residents of Bay Creek, Madison, WI plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Bay Creek, Madison, WI?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say streets are well-lit

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As of early 2026, 44% of users say car is needed

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As of early 2026, 36% of users say there are community events

OFF MARKET

642 Cedar St
Madison, WI 53715

Bay Creek

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,276 sqft

$423,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 24, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $2,764/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$423,300

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 24, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $2,764/mo*

Refinance Your Home

4 Beds

1 Bath

1,276 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

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1941

Living Area

1,276 sqft

Price/Sqft

$332

Parking

Garage

About this House

Showings 4/4. Attention all handymen and investors! This home requires some serious renovations, but with some creativity and hard work, it holds the potential to transform into a lovely home. Step into the spacious porch that’ll be a great hangout spot. The living room flows to an eat-in kitchen. The main level also includes two bedrooms and a full bath, while the upper level offers an additional two bedrooms. Nature enthusiasts will love the proximity to Lake Monona, the Arboretum, and Turville Point, where hiking trails offer stunning views of downtown Madison. Plus, it's within walking distance to restaurants, coffee shops, and Goodman Park, which hosts various public recreational activities like a pool, ball fields, and a playground. Property is being sold "as is".

642 Cedar St, Madison, WI 53715 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,276 sqft single-family home in Bay Creek, built in 1941. It last sold for $264,000 on Jun 2, 2025 (6% above the $250,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 17, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $423,300, with a rent estimate of $2,036/month.

Home Details for 642 Cedar St

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Full,Shower OnlyNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1276 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Washer, Water Softener IncludedWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One Half

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Fencing: FencedFoundation: Block
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): 1276 Square Feet

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1941
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building Construction Materials: Other
Property Information Not Included in Sale: Seller's personal propertyIncluded in Sale: Any items that remain in the homeParcel Number: 070926404165

Price & Status
Price List Price: $250,000

Active Status
MLS Status: Sold

Location
Direction & Address City: MadisonCommunity: Woodlawn
School Information Elementary School: Franklin/RandallElementary School District: MadisonJr High / Middle School: HamiltonJr High / Middle School District: MadisonHigh School: WestHigh School District: Madison

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1276 Square Feet

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Offer
Listing Terms: Arms Length

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 1996655Attribution Contact: team@spencerreg.comAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1276

Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago

Listed by Spencer Schumacher

Spencer Real Estate Group

Bought with: Jim Schuessler, Stark Company, REALTORS

Source: SCWMLS, MLS#1996655

Price History for 642 Cedar St

Date	Price	Event	Source
03/17/2026	$2,400	ListingRemoved	Zillow Rentals

01/23/2026	$2,400	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

06/02/2025	$264,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 06/02/2025 Contract Date 05/07/2025 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
04/09/2025	$250,000	Pending	WIREX MLS #1996655

04/03/2025	$250,000	Listed For Sale	WIREX MLS #1996655

Market trends in Madison

Last updated June 2026

Avg. sale price

$423K

$7.67KMoM

Sale-to-List Price

102.8%

1.0%MoM

Price per sq ft

$260

$10MoM

Available listings

704

43MoM

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2024
Tax	$6,242
Assessment	$318,900

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 642 Cedar St

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
617 Cedar St, Madison, WI	0.06	Single-Family Home	$320,000	12/15/25	3	2.5	1,868
718 W Olin Ave, Madison, WI	0.15	Single-Family Home	$402,500	04/20/26	3	2	979
514 Spruce St, Madison, WI	0.18	Single-Family Home	$378,500	05/29/26	2	1	753
621 Pine St, Madison, WI	0.12	Single-Family Home	$418,000	12/11/25	3	2	1,404
621 Emerson St, Madison, WI	0.20	Single-Family Home	$636,000	07/31/25	4	1.5	1,502
504 Pine St, Madison, WI	0.15	Single-Family Home	$540,000	04/28/26	3	1.5	1,632
514 W Lakeside, Madison, WI	0.35	Single-Family Home	$379,000	03/31/26	3	1	851
626 W Lakeside St, Madison, WI	0.29	Single-Family Home	$433,000	07/29/25	2	1	970

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $322,200
1 bd
1 ba
559 sqft
622 Cedar St,
Madison, WI 53715
SOLD
DEC 15, 2025
$320,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
1,868 sqft
617 Cedar St,
Madison, WI 53715
SOLD
SEP 30, 2025
$227,000
1 bd
1 ba
624 sqft
1417 Beld St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $546,100
4 bd
2 ba
1,766 sqft
620 Pine St,
Madison, WI 53715
SOLD
APR 3, 2026
$615,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,204 sqft
605 Cedar St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $450,800
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,760 sqft
601 Cedar St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $463,700
2 bd
2 ba
1,052 sqft
618 Spruce St,
Madison, WI 53715
SOLD
DEC 11, 2025
$418,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,404 sqft
621 Pine St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $441,400
2 bd
2 ba
1,231 sqft
615 Pine St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $622,200
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,154 sqft
529 Spruce St,
Madison, WI 53715
OFF MARKET
Est. $624,800
6 bd
3 ba
2,270 sqft
705 W Olin Ave,
Madison, WI 53715

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Bay Creek

At least 12 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
94 % Say it's dog friendly
92 % Say people would walk alone at night
90 % Say parking is easy
88 % Say there are sidewalks
85 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say kids play outside
79 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
74 % Say there's holiday spirit
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
71 % Say there's wildlife
69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
61 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say car is needed
41 % Say it's quiet
36 % Say there are community events

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"I see lots of people walking their dogs all the time, nobody seems to have a problem with it. The area is great for walks along the bay! "
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"Haywood Street has been having a lot of construction, and Brooks Street needs more stop signs and has a lot of near accidents between Haywood and UW. "
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"I’ve lived here for 4 years. The neighborhood is a diverse mix of friendly people. We can walk or bike to shop or eat out. Lots of trees and close to UW. Very welcoming atmosphere."
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