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$480,000

6059 Portage Rd, Deforest, WI 53532

3beds

1,481sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1901

1.49 Acres Lot

$479,300 Zestimate^®

$324/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Discover the perfect blend of country living and city convenience just 8 miles from downtown Madison! Nestled on 1 1/2 acres, this delightful 3-bdrm farmhouse boasts over 100 years of character combined with modern updates. Enjoy the natural beauty surrounding you, with a majestic mature burr oak offering shade and established perennial gardens that flourish in every season. The fully fenced vegetable garden & 8 cedar raised beds, lovingly maintained for over 36 years, promise a bountiful harvest of homegrown fruits & vegetables. The heart of the home features a beautifully remodeled kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, creating a warm & inviting atmosphere perfect for gatherings. Outside, multiple outbuildings, including a classic gabled barn & an 18-foot above-ground pool, provide ample space for hobbies & relaxation. Located within walking distance of Token Creek County Park, this property offers endless outdoor activities just minutes from the vibrant east side of Madison.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Upper
Area: 132
Dimensions: 12 x 11

Bedroom 2

Level: Upper
Area: 130
Dimensions: 10 x 13

Bedroom 3

Level: Upper
Area: 120
Dimensions: 8 x 15

Kitchen

Features: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Level: Main
Area: 126
Dimensions: 18 x 7

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 210
Dimensions: 15 x 14

Heating

Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Included, Humidifier
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

At Least 1 tub, Smart Thermostat, Den/Office
Windows: Window Coverings
Basement: Partial,Sump Pump,Storage Space,Daylight,Laundry hookups,Stone
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,481
Total interior livable area: 1,481 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,481

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Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: 2 car
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One and One Half
Stories: 1.5
Patio & porch: Deck, Covered, Porch
Has private pool: Yes
Pool features: Above Ground

Lot

Size: 1.49 Acres
Features: Rural-not in subdivision

Details

Additional structures: Storage, Barn(s), Machine Shed, Outbuilding
Parcel number: 081010285803
Zoning: RR1
Other equipment: Dehumidifier

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: National Folk/Farm
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Other

Condition

Year built: 1901

Utilities & green energy

Water: Well

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Deforest

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $324/sqft
Tax assessed value: $307,700
Annual tax amount: $4,252
Date on market: 6/5/2026
Inclusions: Refrigerator, oven/range, dishwasher, washer, dryer, microwave, dehumidifier in basement, coat rack on back porch, shelving & cabinets in outbuildings, work bench in shop building, most lumber in out buildings
Exclusions: Wood lintel above back porch door, bell at back entrance

Estimated market value

$479,300

$455,000 - $503,000

$2,529/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/21/2026	Contingent	$480,000$324/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #2021916 Report a problem
5/8/2026	Listed for sale	$480,000$324/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #2021916 Report a problem
5/1/2026	Contingent	$480,000$324/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #2021916 Report a problem
4/29/2026	Listed for sale	$480,000$324/sqft
Source: WIREX MLS #2021916 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	$4,252 +2.1%	$307,700
2023	$4,163 +6%	$307,700
2022	$3,928 +6%	$307,700 +43.4%
2021	$3,705 -1.7%	$214,500
2020	$3,767 +9.4%	$214,500
2019	$3,444 +0%	$214,500
2018	$3,444 +3.6%	$214,500
2017	$3,325 -1.5%	$214,500
2016	$3,376 -2.3%	$214,500 -0.4%
2015	$3,455 +2.9%	$215,400
2014	$3,359 -4.9%	$215,400
2013	$3,534 +1.2%	$215,400
2012	$3,491 +2.4%	$215,400
2011	$3,408	$215,400
2010	$3,408 +6.4%	$215,400
2009	$3,204 +7.9%	$215,400
2008	$2,968 -1.1%	$215,400 +30.7%
2007	$3,000 -0.7%	$164,800
2006	$3,023 +2.5%	$164,800 +0.3%
2005	$2,949	$164,300
2004	$2,949 +2.6%	$164,300 +5.8%
2003	$2,876 +15.3%	$155,300 +64.7%
2002	$2,495 +14.2%	$94,300
2001	$2,184 +5.7%	$94,300
2000	$2,065	$94,300

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