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Price cut: $25K (10/30)

$500,000

5801 Old Sauk Rd, Madison, WI 53705

4beds

2,394sqft

$3,723/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1938

10,454 Square Feet Lot

$491,600 Zestimate^®

$209/sqft

$4/mo HOA

What's special

18 WINDOWS ARE BEING REPLACED! Experience the feeling of country living in the heart of Madison's desirable West Side! Nestled in the Crestwood Subdivision, this distinctive International-style home offers a rare blend of architectural character, natural beauty, and city convenience. The backyard connects directly to Owen Conservancy, providing a peaceful, wooded backdrop and an incredible connection to nature right outside your door. Inside, two fireplaces add warmth and charm to this one-of-a-kind property. Enjoy the tranquility of a private retreat while remaining just minutes from everything West Madison has to offer. A truly unique opportunity in an exceptional setting!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 2
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 195
Dimensions: 15 x 13

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 140
Dimensions: 14 x 10

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 238
Dimensions: 14 x 17

Bedroom 4

Level: Lower
Area: 377
Dimensions: 13 x 29

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 135
Dimensions: 15 x 9

Family room

Area: 377
Dimensions: 13 x 29

Kitchen

Features: Kitchen Island, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Level: Main
Area: 182
Dimensions: 14 x 13

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 270
Dimensions: 15 x 18

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Washer, Dryer

Features

Sun Room
Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Partially Finished
Number of fireplaces: 2
Fireplace features: 2 fireplaces

Interior area

Total structure area: 2,394
Total interior livable area: 2,394 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,596

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: 1 car, Access to Basement
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2

Lot

Size: 10,454 Square Feet
Features: Adjacent park/public land

Details

Parcel number: 070919218101
Zoning: RES

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Contemporary
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Cedar

Condition

Year built: 1938

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Crestwood

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $50 annually

Location

Region: Madison

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $209/sqft
Tax assessed value: $540,300
Annual tax amount: $9,455
Date on market: 10/22/2026
Inclusions: Piano, window coverings, fridge, stove/oven, dishwasher, washer, dryer
Exclusions: Seller's personal property, sconces above the fireplace on the main level

Estimated market value

$491,600

$467,000 - $516,000

$3,061/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/30/2026	Price change	$500,000-4.8%$209/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #2035164 Report a problem
10/22/2026	Listed for sale	$525,000+419.8%$219/sqft
Source: SCWMLS #2035164 Report a problem
8/1/1990	Sold	$101,000$42/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$9,455 -2.8%	$522,000 +5.1%
2024	$9,723 +3%	$496,700 +6%
2023	$9,441	$468,600 +13%
2022	--	$414,700 +13%
2021	--	$367,000 +8%
2020	--	$339,800 +3%
2019	$6,742	$329,900 +6%
2018	$6,742 -0.8%	$311,200 +3.5%
2017	$6,798 +6.2%	$300,700 +8%
2016	$6,403 +7.3%	$278,400 +9.2%
2014	$5,969 +2.4%	$255,000 +2%
2013	$5,829 +1.4%	$250,000 +2%
2012	$5,750 -1.4%	$245,100 -6%
2011	$5,829 +3.6%	$260,700
2010	$5,628 +2.5%	$260,700 -5%
2009	$5,490 +5.3%	$274,400
2008	$5,216 -0.4%	$274,400 +1%
2007	$5,236 +1%	$271,700 +1%
2006	$5,184 +1.1%	$269,000 +7%
2005	$5,127 +2.1%	$251,400 +9%
2004	$5,020 +5.6%	$230,600
2003	$4,752 +5.6%	$230,600 +17.7%
2002	$4,502 +2.1%	$195,900 +7%
2001	$4,408 +3.8%	$183,100 +7%
2000	$4,246	$171,100