653 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703
Property image
Property image
OFF MARKET

$710,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 27, 2026
  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,250 sqft

653 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703

Tenney-Lapham

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
2,250 sqft
$316/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 653 E Gorham St.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Finished basementLake viewsLarge kitchen with islandFront porchBack deck
The Fletcher House is a 5 bedroom /2.5 Bathroom House located in a historic district in downtown Madison, Wisconsin.

Lake views and a few short steps to James Madison Beach
6 blocks from the Wisconsin State Capital
8 blocks to State Street.
Walking distance to Google
On a bus route/Bus stop across the street
A short walk to shopping, restaurants, and coffee shops

Large kitchen with island
Open living room with hardwood floors
Windows throughout the house with natural light
Back deck (good for BBQs) and front porch
Finished basement
Private coin-free washer and dryer
Dishwasher /garbage disposal
Lots of space for storage
1 car garage (shared)
No Smoking
Pets Considered

1-year lease (August 16, 2019- August 14, 2020)

Owner pays for water. Tenant pays electric.
653 E Gorham St, Madison, WI 53703 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,250 sqft single-family home in Tenney-Lapham. It last sold for $290,000 on Oct 12, 2005 (5,700% above the $5,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $5,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 1, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $710,600, with a rent estimate of $4,255/month.

Home Details for 653 E Gorham St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 653 E Gorham St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
308 N Blount St, Madison, WI
0.02
Single-Family Home
$440,000
03/20/26
4
4
2,364 sqft
135 N Hancock St, Madison, WI
0.24
Single-Family Home
$660,000
09/03/26
4
2.5
2,152 sqft
906 E Gorham St, Madison, WI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$495,000
11/05/25
4
2
1,550 sqft
824 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
0.22
Single-Family Home
$575,000
08/17/26
3
2
1,422 sqft
300 N Pinckney St, Madison, WI
0.43
Single-Family Home
$540,000
02/17/26
3
2.5
2,000 sqft
1035 E Gorham St, Madison, WI
0.46
Single-Family Home
$429,900
12/18/25
3
1.5
1,758 sqft
929 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.33
Single-Family Home
$505,000
07/27/26
2
2
1,536 sqft
615 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.10
Single-Family Home
$287,100
04/02/26
2
1
691 sqft
903 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.28
Single-Family Home
$445,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,371 sqft
938 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
0.36
Single-Family Home
$647,000
05/12/26
3
3
1,173 sqft

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Rental Market Trends in Tenney-Lapham

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,255/mo
Average rent
$1.77K
$8MoM
Available listings
66
View rental market trends in Madison, WI

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Tenney-Lapham
See Local Highlights
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

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."
    2
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "There’s a bodega 3 times a year at the Breese Stevens field where they sell lots of interesting stuff."
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "There’s good public transportation and is not far from anywhere in Madison. It is downtown so close to things."
    0
    Flag
  • 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."
    1
    Flag
  • 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."
    2
    Flag
  • 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 "
    0
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag
  • 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. "
    1
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,000
Jun 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,000
Jun 2, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$5,000
May 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$5,000
Jun 13, 2021
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 653 E Gorham St

  • What is 653 E Gorham St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 653 E Gorham St in Madison, WI is $710,600.
  • What is the price history for 653 E Gorham St?
    653 E Gorham St in Madison, WI last sold for $290,000 in October 2005.
  • 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 $429K. That is up $2.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 653 E Gorham St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 653 E Gorham St in Madison, WI has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 653 E Gorham St have parking?
    Yes, 653 E Gorham St in Madison, WI has on-site parking.

Homes for rent near 653 E Gorham St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Affordability

TIP:Try to keep your rent within a third of your gross household income. Learn why in our Renter's Guide.
For this property
PER YEAR
is the suggested income
Win over prospective landlords with your smart budgeting. As a good rule of thumb, ideally you would have at least three times your monthly rent in combined household income.
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item