Charming Emerson East bungalow with original wood floors, original trim, and built-ins. Steps from East High School and a short walk to Emerson Elementary, this home offers convenient access to all that the near-east side of Madison provides. Opportunities abound for both owner occupiers looking to gain some sweat equity and investors looking to add to their portfolio.
Closed
$290,000
209 North 5th Street, Madison, WI 53704
3beds
1,043sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$295,300 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$2,027 Estimated rent
Home value
$295,300
$278,000 - $313,000
$2,027/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 28, 2025 at 09:36am
Listed by:
Olin Noren Pref:608-852-6491,
Stark Company, REALTORS
Bought with:
Spencer Schumacher
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 2005038
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLS
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15 x 9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: No Master Bedroom Bath
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener
Features
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,043
- Total interior livable area: 1,043 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,043
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Screened porch
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
- Dimensions: 44 x 81.6
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 071006117131
- Zoning: TR-C4
- Special conditions: Arms Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Madison
- Municipality: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | Sold | $290,000-3.3%$278/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #2005038 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2025 | Contingent | $300,000$288/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2005038 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $300,000-4.7%$288/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2005038 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $314,900-3.1%$302/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2005038 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $324,900+85.7%$312/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #2005038 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,501 +2% | $332,100 +5% |
| 2023 | $6,373 | $316,300 +9% |
| 2022 | -- | $290,200 +18% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Emerson East
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 2/10Sherman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 8/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Emerson
- Middle: Sherman
- High: East
- District: Madison
Source: WIREX MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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