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  • For Sale
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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2 Partial Baths
  • 2,362 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 days ago
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This this two-story Fitchburg home checks every box and then some! Step inside to a cozy living area made for gathering, with a gas fireplace and built-in bookshelves for convenience and style. The kitchen features granite counters, a breakfast bar, the classic view into the backyard, and easy flow into the dining. Just beyond dining- enjoy a luxurious screened-in porch-The ultimate Wisconsin summer amenity! A main level half bath and laundry keep daily life running smoothly. Upstairs, retreat to your spacious primary suite with a walk-in closet, and en-suite, spa-like bathroom. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath round out the upper level. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds flexible living space and a second half bath- perfect for entertaining! All this on prestine 1/4 acre lot with gorgeous landscaping, adjacent to walking path that can take you to McGaw Park! Or take advantages of the convenient location w/ quick access to shops, dining, downtown, Verona and more!

Full Property Details for 5478 Shale Rd

General

  • Price: $534,900
  • Taxes: $7,898 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Wirex_South_Central_Wisconsin_MLS_Corporation_SCW
  • MLS ID: 2027269
  • Updated: 7/8/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Great Room, Water Softener, Cable/Satellite Available, High-Speed Internet
  • Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: At least 1 Tub, Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Master Bedroom Bath, Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bedroom: 16 x 14, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: 14 x 12, Upper
  • Bedroom 3: 12 x 10, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: 16 x 13, Main
  • Family Room: 16 x 13, Lower
  • Kitchen: 12 x 11, Main
  • Dining Room: 11 x 11, Main

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Description: 2 Car, Attached, Opener Included

Location

  • Municipality: Fitchburg
  • County: Dane
  • Subdivision: Quarry Hill
  • Driving Directions: From Lacy Rd, S on Mica, R on Quarry Hill, L on Quartz Rd, R on Shale Rd

School Information

  • School District: Madison
  • Elementary School: Leopold
  • Middle School: Cherokee
  • High School: West

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Heating/Cooling: Forced Air, Central Air Conditioning

Utilities

  • Water/Sewer: Municipal Water, Municipal Sewer
  • Utility Description: High Speed Internet Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Description/Design: 2 Stories
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl, Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Finished, Sump Pump, Poured Concrete
  • Square Feet: 2,362
  • Square Feet Range: 2001 to 2500
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor/Public Record
  • Year Built: 2002

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Source: Other (See Remarks)
  • Zoning: Res
  • Lot Description: Sidewalks

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $7,898
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Exclusions: Seller's Personal Property
  • Inclusions: Refrigerator, Range/Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave, Water Softener, Washer, Dryer, Some Window Coverings

Listed by Realty Executives Cooper Spransy

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Schools serving 5478 Shale Rd

School District:Madison Metropolitan School District
NameGradesDistance
Leopold Elementary School
2602 Post Road, Madison, WI 53713
PK-52 mi
Cherokee Heights Middle School
4301 Cherokee Drive, Madison, WI 53711
6-83.3 mi
West High School, Madison, WI
30 Ash Street, Madison, WI 53726
9-124.9 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5478 Shale Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/08/2026
Listed
$534,900
96.65%
MLS
3/31/2015
Sold
$272,000
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Tax History for 5478 Shale Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,898
12%
$458,500
10%
2024
$7,026
6%
$417,300
21%
2022
$6,608
5%
$343,800
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2022
$6,321
-4%
$343,800
11%
2021
$6,611
3%
$309,000
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2020
$6,418
-1%
$309,000
2%
2019
$6,459
8%
$302,000
7%
2018
$5,990
-1%
$283,200
3%
2017
$6,067
-3%
$273,900
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2016
$6,270
15%
$273,000
14%
2015
$5,469
7%
$240,300
5%
2014
$5,124
-2%
$229,800
—
2013
$5,208
—
$229,800
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5478 Shale Road, Fitchburg, WI 53711 (MLS# 2027269) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 5478 Shale Road is currently listed for $534,900 and was received on July 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 5478 Shale Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fitchburg? You can browse all Fitchburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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