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.
Sold for $499,000
$499,000
6059 Portage Rd, Deforest, WI 53532
3beds
1,481sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
1.49 Acres Lot
$497,500 Zestimate®
$337/sqft
$2,480 Estimated rent
Home value
$497,500
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Listed by:
Paula Dollard,
Bunbury & Assoc, REALTORS
Bought with:
Living In Madison Real Estate Group
Keller Williams Realty
Source: SCWMLS,MLS#: 2021916
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
Property
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: $337/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $307,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,252
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Listing terms: Arms Length
- 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
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $499,000+4%$337/sqft |
Source: SCWMLS #2021916 Report a problem | ||
| 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 |
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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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 53532
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Windsor Elementary SchoolGrades: K-3Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10De Forest Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 8/10De Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: DeForest
- High: DeForest
- District: DeForest
Source: SCWMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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