Seller holds WI real estate license. Showings begin 5/20. Well maintained Cape Cod boasts vintage charm & smart updates. Beautiful hardwood floors throughout, arched doorways, updated kitchen & completely renovated upstairs suite w/ walk-in closet, Andersen windows, spa-like bath, and balcony overlooking the backyard. 2024 updates incl: GE appliances, new washer/dryer, new garage & house roofs & gutters. Other updates: dual-zone HVAC w/ AprilAire air cleaner (2020), extensive insulation (2018?2019), kitchen RO system, sump pump, full drain tile, smart thermostat, Hunter Douglas insulating shades + more. Layout & exterior staircase offers investment potential w/ 2nd floor suite, or the perfect in-home office. Walkable to numerous local coffee shops, bars, restaurants, parks & nature trails.
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$575,000
2538 Commercial Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
5beds
2,141sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$582,900 Zestimate®
$269/sqft
$2,944 Estimated rent
Home value
$582,900
$554,000 - $612,000
$2,944/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 02, 2025 at 08:09pm
Listed by:
Alise Wasserburger alise@roostinmadison.com,
Realty Executives Cooper Spransy
Bought with:
Brendan Mcgrath
Source: WIREX MLS,MLS#: 1999390
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLS
Originating MLS: South Central Wisconsin MLSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18 x 11
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12 x 10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11 x 9
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14 x 9
Bathroom
- Features: At least 1 Tub, Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Master Bedroom Bath, Master Bedroom Bath: Walk Through, Master Bedroom Bath: Tub/Shower Combo
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Office
- Level: Lower
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9 x 9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air, Zoned, Multiple Units
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Features
- Separate Quarters, High Speed Internet
- Flooring: Wood or Sim.Wood Floors
- Windows: Low Emissivity Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Crawl Space,Sump Pump,Block
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,141
- Total interior livable area: 2,141 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,721
- Finished area below ground: 420
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: 081031419121
- Zoning: TR-C4
- Special conditions: Arms Length
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum/Steel, Other
Condition
- 21+ Years
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Madison
- Subdivision: Eken Park
- Municipality: Madison
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2025 | Sold | $575,000+25%$269/sqft |
Source:  WIREX MLS #1999390 | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $460,000$215/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1999390 | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $460,000+208.7%$215/sqft |
Source: WIREX MLS #1999390 | ||
| 4/16/2010 | Sold | $149,000-0.6%$70/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 3/8/2010 | Price change | $149,900-6.3%$70/sqft |
Source: First Weber Group #1576544 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,020 +4.9% | $358,600 +8% |
| 2023 | $6,689 | $332,000 +17% |
| 2022 | -- | $283,800 +5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Eken Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Sherman Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 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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