847 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI 53703
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847 Prospect Pl
Madison, WI 53703

Tenney-Lapham
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,350 sqft

$642,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026

$642,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,350 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Charming duplex on a very quiet street in a fantastic neighborhood between James Madison Park and Giddings Park. The upper flat is 1,350 sq.ft. and has Lake Mendota views from the large living room. Extra bedroom or Office available in attic. Only half a block from a bus stop. 0.75 miles from the capital. Pizza, coffee, liquor, ice cream, sandwiches, amazing breakfast, fine dining, groceries, 3 parks, all within 2 blocks! This unit is in excellent condition and has finished hardwood floors, modern kitchen and bathroom, lots of sunny windows, etc. The back yard is fully fenced in and has a concrete patio for grilling out. There is a garden on the side of the house. Energy efficiency is better than average with a new, high efficiency gas furnace and water heater, water softener, dual flush toilet, storm windows, FREE front load washer/dryer in basement, and new insulation between units. Great neighbors have a bi-annual potluck plus a summer block party. A great mix of long term owner occupants, long and short term renters. Additional room in the attic could be used as an office for a small extra cost.

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847 Prospect Pl, Madison, WI 53703 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,350 sqft single-family home in Tenney-Lapham, built in 1899. It last sold for $264,000 on Oct 17, 2006. More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2020 with an asking price of $1,850 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 26, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $642,600, with a rent estimate of $2,314/month.

Home Highlights

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A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 847 Prospect Pl

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAttic
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: OtherHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltLawn

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1899Year Updated: 1959
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3933 sqft

Additional Information

On Site Laundry Available

Price History for 847 Prospect Pl

DatePriceEventSource
02/26/2021ListingRemovedN/A
02/23/2020$1,800ListingRemovedN/A
02/22/2020$1,800PriceChange
N/A
02/05/2020$1,850Listed For RentN/A
10/17/2006$264,000Sold
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Market trends in Madison

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$415K
$8.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
1.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$250
$8MoM
Available listings
661
102MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$11,203
Assessment$572,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 847 Prospect Pl

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
944 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
0.20
Single-Family Home
$315,000
12/03/25
3
1
1,091
903 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.14
Single-Family Home
$445,000
11/25/25
3
1
1,371
201 N Livingston St, Madison, WI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$385,000
08/12/25
3
2
1,379
921 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.15
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/24/26
2
1
732
906 E Gorham St, Madison, WI
0.05
Single-Family Home
$495,000
11/05/25
4
2
1,550
1035 E Gorham St, Madison, WI
0.23
Single-Family Home
$429,900
12/18/25
3
1.5
1,758
615 E Johnson St, Madison, WI
0.34
Single-Family Home
$287,100
04/02/26
2
1
691
938 E Dayton St, Madison, WI
0.19
Single-Family Home
$647,000
05/12/26
3
3
1,173
209 N Ingersoll St, Madison, WI
0.32
Single-Family Home
$407,000
11/20/25
2
1
1,047
512 E Main St, Madison, WI
0.55
Single-Family Home
$386,300
04/24/26
2
1
1,196

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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

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  • Trulia User
    "The environment is welcoming and calm. I love to walk to the grocery store and watch the field games from my apartment."
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s a bodega 3 times a year at the Breese Stevens field where they sell lots of interesting stuff."
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  • Trulia User
    "There’s good public transportation and is not far from anywhere in Madison. It is downtown so close to things."
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  • 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."
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  • 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."
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  • 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 "
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  • 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. "
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  • 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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