NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3883 Observatory Rd Cross Plains, WI 53528

Estimated Value: $982,610

5 Beds
5 Baths
3,322 Sq Ft
$296/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 06, 2015

Last sale price $470,000 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 109% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,829/month

Highlights

  • Home fronts a pond
  • 5.1 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Mount Horeb Intermediate School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2015

LOCATION, SPACE & STORAGE. An amazing property on 5 acres within 10 minutes of Middleton/West Madison. Large updated home with two Master Suites, open floor plan with great room, hardwood & tile floors, 2 fireplaces, office with separate entrance, screen porch overlooking the countryside, stamped concrete patio, two ponds & two Cleary outbuildings. Zoned for horses. Perfect for a home run business, the sportsman or the person with lots of toys. Private country living.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tommy Van Ess

First Weber Inc License #56689-90 Listed on: 01/07/2014

First Weber Inc

Co-Listed By

Laura Callahan

First Weber Inc License #74324-94

Last Buyer's Agent

Tommy Van Ess

First Weber Inc License #56689-90 Listed on: 01/07/2014

First Weber Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,293

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 5.1 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a pond
  • Rural Setting
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned RH-2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Radiant Floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom
  • Basement Windows

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway Level
  • Unpaved Parking

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessible Full Bathroom
  • Accessible Bedroom
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Call School District Elementary And Middle School
  • Mount Horeb High School

Farming

  • Horse Farm

Utilities

  • Forced Air Cooling System
  • Well
  • Liquid Propane Gas Water Heater

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,293

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Municipality: Cross Plains
  • Status Detail: Sold
  • Mailing City: Cross Plains
  • Class: Single Family
  • Type: Single Family
  • Type Of Property: 2 story
  • Architecture: Colonial
  • Barrier Free: Open floor plan, Ramped or level entrance, First floor bedroom, First floor full bath, Stall shower, Level drive, Level lot
  • Items Included: All window coverings
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Above Grade Price Per Sq Ft: 181.12
  • Above Grade Sold Price Per Sq Ft: 179.25
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2622
  • Finished Non Exp Sq Ft: 700
  • Finished Sq Ft: 3322
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 3.5
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 15x12, On Level: M
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14x13, On Level: U
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13x12, On Level: U
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 11x9, On Level: U
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 16x15, On Level: M
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast bar, Pantry, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 20x20, On Level: M
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 13x10, On Level: M
  • Other Rooms: Bedroom, Den/Office, Rec Room
  • Other Room 1: Den/Office, Dimensions: 10x8, On Level: M
  • Other Room 2: Bedroom, Dimensions: 12x11, On Level: U
  • Other Room 3: Rec Room, Dimensions: 24x13, On Level: L
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 11x9, On Level: M
  • Basement: Full, Full Size Windows/Exposed, Partially finished, Stubbed for Bathroom
  • Fireplace: Wood, Gas, 2 fireplaces
  • Interior Amenities: Wood or sim. wood floor, Great room, Washer, Dryer, At Least 1 tub
  • Primary Bedroom Bathrooms: Full, Walk-in Shower

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront: Pond
  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storage building

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Paved, Unpaved
  • Garage: 2 car, Attached, Access to Basement
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 2

Utilities

  • Fuel: Liquid propane
  • Heating Cooling: Forced air, Central air, In Floor Radiant Heat
  • Water Waste: Well, Non-Municipal/Prvt dispos

Schools

  • School District: Mount Horeb
  • Elementary School: Call School District
  • Middle School: Call School District
  • High School: Mount Horeb
  • Elementary School: Call School District
  • High School: Mount Horeb
  • Middle School: Call School District
  • School District: Mount Horeb

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 0707-214-8510-0
  • Estimated Aces: 5.1
  • Farm Features: Outbuilding(s), Horse Farm
  • Lot Description: Rural-not in subdivision
  • Zoning: RH-2
  • Geo Subdivision: WI

Tax Info

  • Land Assessment: 137400
  • Improvements: 305200
  • Total Assessment: 442600
  • Assessment year: 2013
  • Net Taxes: 7293
  • Tax Year: 2013

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 7, 2014
Closed on
Mar 6, 2015
Sold by
Marsh Brett and Marsh Caroline
Bought by
Watts Jerome C and Baer Watts Patricia E
Seller's Agent
Tommy Van Ess
First Weber Inc
Buyer's Agent
Tommy Van Ess
First Weber Inc
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$470,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$79,900
-14.53%
Current Estimated Value
$982,610

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$512,610
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.20%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Outstanding Balance
$287,125
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$695,485
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Watts Jerome C $470,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Watts Jerome C $376,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/06/2015 03/06/15 Sold $470,000 -14.5% $141 / Sq Ft
10/15/2014 10/15/14 Pending -- -- --
01/07/2014 01/07/14 For Sale $549,900 -- $166 / Sq Ft
Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,431 $636,000 $260,100 $375,900
2023 $8,027 $454,200 $137,400 $316,800
2021 $6,725 $420,300 $137,400 $282,900
2020 $7,134 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2019 $6,748 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2018 $6,834 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2017 $7,156 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2016 $6,572 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2015 $6,546 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2014 $7,225 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
2013 $6,886 $442,600 $137,400 $305,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tommy Van Ess

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Tommy Van Ess

    First Weber Inc

    (608) 395-7375

    19 in this area

    220 Total Sales

    Tommy Van Ess
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  • Laura Callahan

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Laura Callahan

    First Weber Inc

    (608) 235-7869

    19 in this area

    227 Total Sales

    Laura Callahan
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Map

Source: South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 1703873

South Central Wisconsin Multiple Listing Service

APN: 0707-214-8510-0

Wisconsin Dane County Cross Plains 53528

3883 Observatory Rd, Cross Plains, WI

This home is located at 3883 Observatory Rd, Cross Plains, WI 53528 since 07 January 2014 and is currently estimated at $982,610, approximately $295 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 3883 Observatory Rd is a home located in Dane County with nearby schools including Mount Horeb Intermediate School, Mount Horeb Primary Center, and Mount Horeb Middle School.

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