126 S Hancock St

Madison, WI 53703

$699,900
Price
3
Beds
1,968 Sq. Ft.
$356 / Sq. Ft.
1,968
Sq. Ft.
$356
per Sq. Ft.
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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...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.
  1. Listed by Mark Gladue • Lauer Realty Group, Inc.

Property Details for 126 South Hancock Street

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Subdivision
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Zoning
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LISTING UPDATED: 07/07/2026 11:41 AM

Property Details for 126 South Hancock Street

StatusActive
MLS #2027185
Days on Market1
Taxes$11,968 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeSingle Family / 2 story
Year Built1862
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF
CountyDane County
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Building Information for 126 South Hancock Street

Stories-Year Built1862Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,356 SF

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Property Information for 126 South Hancock Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • C/T/V: City
  • County: Dane
  • County Qtr Section: East Metro Madison
  • Directions: E Washington to S on Hancock
  • Location: MADISON - C E01
  • Mailing City: Madison
  • Municipality: Madison
  • State: WI
  • Zip: 53703
Parking
  • Driveway: Paved
  • Garage: None
  • Total Full Garage Stalls: 0
School Information
  • Elementary: Lapham/Marquette
  • High School: East
  • Middle School: OKeeffe
  • School District: Madison
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Net Taxes: $11,968.00
  • Parcel ID: 0709-133-2606-7
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Class: Single Family
  • Improvements: 451000
  • Land Assess: $218,000.00
  • Total Assess: $669,000.00
  • Total Assess Year: 2026
  • Type: 2 story
  • Year Built: 1862
Lot Information
  • Acres Source: Assessor
  • Estimated Total Acres: 0.1
  • Farm: No
  • Finished Above Grade SqFt: 1968
  • Finished Part/All Below Grd SF: 0
  • Finished SqFt: 1968
  • Lot Dimensions: 33X132
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
Utilities
  • Fuel: Natural gas
  • Water/Waste: Municipal water, Municipal sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Brick, Stone
Interior Features
  • Items Included: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Softener, All Window Coverings, Washer and Dryer
  • Items Excluded: All personal property of the Seller/Tenants.
  • Basement: Full
  • Heating/Cooling: Forced air, Central air
  • Interior Features: Washer, Dryer, Water softener inc, Cable available, At Least 1 tub
Room Information
Bathrooms
  • Full Baths Upper: 1
  • 1/2 Baths Upper: 0
  • Full Baths Main: 1
  • Full Baths Total: 2
  • 1/2 Baths Main: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Total: 0
  • Full Baths Lower: 0
  • 1/2 Baths Lower: 0
  • Total Baths: 2.00
Bedrooms
  • Primary BedRoom Lvl: U
  • Bedroom 2 Level: U
  • Bedroom 3 Level: U
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Above Grade Bedroom Count: 3
  • Primary Bed Dimensions: 17x14
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 15x12
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 12x11
  • Primary Bed Bath: None
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16x12
  • Dining Room Level: M
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 15x12
  • Kitchen Features: Kitchen Island, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Kitchen Level: M
Laundry
  • Laundry Level: L
Living Room
  • Living/Great Dimensions: 17x15
  • Living/Great Room Level: M
Other Rooms
  • Other Room: Den/Office
  • Other Room Level: M
  • Other Room Dimensions: 12x10

Property History for 126 South Hancock Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2027185

$699,900—
Aug 31, 2025

Off Market

SCWMLS #1998871

—
May 13, 2025

Price Change

SCWMLS #1998871

$799,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2026

Listed (Active)

SCWMLS #2027185

$699,900
08/31/2025

Off Market

SCWMLS #1998871

—
05/13/2025

Price Change

SCWMLS #1998871

$799,900

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 126 South Hancock Street

Taxable ValueLand$139,100Additions$507,300Total$646,400
Tax Record2025$11,968 ($997 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,968 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,968 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,356 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1862Year Renovated1979ZoningDR1, HIS-FS,CountyDANEAPN0709-133-2606-7

Schools near 126 South Hancock Street

This home is within Madison Metropolitan School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lapham Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
O'keeffe Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
East High School
Public - 9 to 12
Metro School
Public - 4 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lapham Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

O'keeffe Middle School
Public6 to 8

East High School
Public9 to 12

Metro School
Public4 to 12

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More information about 126 South Hancock Street, Madison, WI 53703

126 South Hancock Street is a single family home for sale in Madison, WI 53703. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2026 by Lauer Realty Group, Inc., it's currently listed at $699,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on May 5, 2004. This listing's school district is Madison Metropolitan School District. Nearby schools include Lapham Elementary School, O'keeffe Middle School and East High School. 126 South Hancock Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,968 sqft single family home built in 1862.

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