The Best Value Properties in Madison, WI

☕️ 3 min read By Noah Blumberg


The best place to live in the entire U.S. is Madison, Wisconsin, according to livability. Madison gets good marks in most any category you can think of --infrastructure, economy, recreation, education, healthcare, etc. In addition, it's only about an hour to Milwaukee and about two hours to Chicago, if you want access to larger metropolitan areas. Given that "since March 2020, more than 42% of the U.S. population has either moved or considered moving", you may already be looking at Madison as a destination.

The Properties

One of the first things people think of when they think of Madison, WI is the University of Wisconsin. For an investor, a university means a steady stream of renters which can cut down on the risk of vacancy in your rental. There are some great choices for multi-family real estate properties which dominate the top of our list. Our #1 property in Madison is a duplex with great rental potential. 4 bedrooms in each unit could make for an efficient income-generating property. The price is only a smidge above the median price for Madison.

For a great value in a single-family property take a look at the #22 property. The $275,000 price is very reasonable for the area, especially for a 3-bedroom home. Some updating is probably in order, but with some smart and creative choices, it could be a great investment or just a nicely priced home.

A Bit More About Madison

U.S. News and World Report also listed Madison among their best places to live. Business Insider does a fine job of breaking down the reasons. A vibrant culture, strong community, natural beauty, little poverty, great biking, downtown housing, and environmental friendliness all make the list. Basically it comes down to quality of life.

Here are the top 50 properties. To see them all or get a list for another city, order a custom list!
Median List PriceMedian SqftMedian Lot Size(SqFt)Median HOA Fee
$388,9501,7023,703$318
Score**PropertyZipX**TypeBedsSqFtLot Size(sqft)Price
30.46

2-4 Obrien Ct
1.11multi family8413615,246$460,000
24.18

6402-6404 Maywick Dr
1.09multi family8418614,375$589,900
22.98

3709 E Karstens Dr
1.04multi family8308012,632$445,000
20.88

113-115 Georgiana Cir
1.07multi family6247020,038$374,900
19.90

2 S Mills St
1.15multi family1139366,098$875,000
19.14

30 Turnwood Cir
1.23single family41170964,904$1,976,000
17.97

6817-6819 Park Ridge Dr
1.11multi family6238812,632$440,000
17.87

2346 Allied Dr Unit 2
1.16condo27081$107,000
17.49

9309 Winter Frost Pl
1.23single family541577,841$674,900
16.72

4312 Melody Ln Apt 208
1.04condo210641$139,900
16.64

2346 Allied Dr Unit 4
1.16condo27081$105,000
16.64

2350 Allied Dr Unit 4
1.16condo27081$105,000
16.56

4506 Jenewein Rd
1.16condo316521$204,999
16.29

4603 Buckeye Rd
1.07multi family319105,663$275,000
16.26

2346 Allied Dr Unit 1
1.16condo27081$107,000
16.02

2418 Independence Ln Unit 201
1.04condo210641$139,900
15.90

2333 Carling Dr Unit 4
1.16condo27181$110,000
14.88

1336 Jenifer St
1.21multi family423884,356$424,900
14.71

2730 E Johnson St
1.04single family213653,485$190,000
14.71

1417 Williamson St
1.21single family520885,227$450,000
14.71

1417 Williamson St
1.21multi family520885,227$450,000
14.35

8806 Nelson Xing
1.23single family4638621,780$1,250,000
14.32

4922 Marvin Ave
1.16single family317769,148$275,000
14.30

209 N Spooner St
1.44single family531126,098$800,000
13.89

1001 Kedzie St
1.04single family417745,227$320,000
13.68

1909 Sherman Ave Apt 11
1.04condo38601$150,000
13.39

215 Blooming Leaf Way
1.23single family330164,356$500,000
13.27

2902 Rockwood Dr
1.00single family3177311,326$259,000
13.02

23 Mountain Ash Trl
1.17single family321561$364,950
12.92

2725 E Johnson St
1.04multi family224973,485$395,000
12.87

3138 Silverton Trl
1.11single family218197,841$259,900
12.79

4906 Fond Du Lac Trl
1.21single family5260717,424$624,900
12.67

3321 Clove Dr
1.04single family421108,276$350,000
12.50

9424 Ancient Oak Ln
1.23single family524117,405$565,000
12.46

505 East Bluff
1.04condo39981$172,000
12.28

1233 Sherman Ave
1.21condo419672,178$449,900
11.99

524 Burnt Sienna Dr
1.24single family328829,583$580,000
11.97

2518 Dunwoody Dr
1.00single family3169610,454$285,000
11.84

102 Pine Ridge Trl
1.17single family219761$335,000
11.80

3915 Maple Grove Dr
1.11condo314411$259,000
11.67

33 Golf Course Rd Unit C
1.04condo211031$159,900
11.63

502-504 Jacobson Ave
1.11multi family4124013,199$299,500
10.93

6403 Bridge Rd Unit 201
1.00condo213201$199,900
10.87

1027 Drake St
1.15multi family322005,968$475,500
10.86

206 Knutson Dr
1.04single family3241213,504$449,900
10.75

5305 Felland Rd
1.09single family4134410,890$284,900
10.70

321 Glenthistle Ct
1.21condo219831$399,900
10.68

1402 Wheeler Rd Unit A
1.04condo214241$224,900
10.62

205 N Marquette St
1.04single family210243,920$200,000
10.51

7422 Whitacre Rd Unit 4
1.17condo29421$175,000
*This table shows only few basic data points. Rankings are based on 22 data points and 7 calculations per property.**Find explanations of ZipX aka zip multiplier and Score here.