Date
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Price
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Source
7/07/2026
Listed
$699,900
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Property Description
Welcome to the Festner House! Gorgeous Italianate in the First Settlement District built in 1862 and listed on the Madison Historic Registry. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully restored. From the dental moldings and newer Marvin windows on the exterior, to the original flooring throughout the main floor. Large chef's kitchen complete with hickory flooring, stainless appliances as well as ample storage and space to entertain. Formal dining area with a parlor room off to the side featuring a full remodeled bath. Upstairs you will find a blend of original and hickory hardwoods, fully remodeled bath as well as a spacious primary bedroom. While away on your front porch and watch the neighborhood go by with views of Lake Monona. Delight in the parking area that includes 6 Parking Spaces in the back. Perfect for personal use and rent out to neighborhood businesses. All mechanicals, roof, chimneys and insulation replaced within the last few years.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 126 S Hancock St
General
- Price: $699,900
- Taxes: $11,968 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Wirex_South_Central_Wisconsin_MLS_Corporation_SCW
- MLS ID: 2027185
- Updated: 7/7/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Water Softener, Cable/Satellite Available
- Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom: At least 1 Tub, No Master Bedroom Bath
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: 17 x 14, Upper
- Bedroom 2: 15 x 12, Upper
- Bedroom 3: 12 x 11, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: 17 x 15, Main
- Kitchen: 15 x 12, Main
- Dining Room: 16 x 12, Main
- Office/Den/Study: 12 x 10, Main
Parking
- Garage Description: None
Location
- Municipality: Madison
- County: Dane
- Subdivision: n/a
- Driving Directions: E Washington to S on Hancock
School Information
- School District: Madison
- Elementary School: Lapham/Marquette
- Middle School: Okeeffe
- High School: East
Heating & Cooling
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Heating/Cooling: Forced Air, Central Air Conditioning
Utilities
- Water/Sewer: Municipal Water, Municipal Sewer
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Description/Design: 2 Stories
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Square Feet: 1,968
- Square Feet Range: 1751 to 2000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor/Public Record
- Year Built: 1862
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 33X132
- Lot Size Source: Assessor/Public Record
- Zoning: DRIHIS
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $11,968
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Exclusions: All personal property of the Seller/Tenants.
- Inclusions: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Softener, All Window Coverings, Washer and Dryer
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Schools
Schools serving 126 S Hancock St
School District:Madison Metropolitan School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lapham Elementary School 1045 East Dayton Street, Madison, WI 53703 | PK-2 | 0.8 mi |
Marquette Elementary School, Madison, WI 1501 Jenifer Street, Madison, WI 53703 | 3-5 | 1.3 mi |
O'keeffe Middle School 510 South Thornton Avenue, Madison, WI 53703 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
East High School, Madison, WI 2222 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53704 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 126 S Hancock St
Tax History
Tax History for 126 S Hancock St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,319
2%
$587,600
8%
2022
$10,086
1%
$544,100
6%
2021
$9,945
-2%
$513,300
10%
2021
$10,099
—
$466,600
3%
2020
$10,099
2%
$453,000
—
2019
$9,920
8%
$453,000
8%
2018
$9,181
-4%
$419,500
—
2017
$9,570
13%
$419,500
16%
2016
$8,433
-1%
$361,400
—
2015
$8,546
-2%
$361,400
—
2014
$8,755
6%
$361,400
6%
2013
$8,275
—
$340,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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126 S Hancock Street, Madison, WI 53703 (MLS# 2027185) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 126 S Hancock Street is currently listed for $699,900 and was received on July 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 126 S Hancock Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Madison? You can browse all Madison real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.