$987,000

4 Beds 3 Baths 3,692 Sqft

5163 River Road, Waunakee, WI 53597

Property Type: Single-Family
Building Type: 1 Story
Time on Market: 5 days
Price per Sqft: $267
Garage: 2 Car
Total Taxes: $8,813
Est. Age: 21+ Years
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Description

A one-of-a-kind setting where nature, privacy & sweeping views meet, just mins from DT Madison! This spacious 4BR+den/3BA home sits on a gently sloping 1.38-acre lot backing to Cherokee Marsh & Yahara Park trails w/views of the Yahara River, marsh & distant Capitol. Mature trees create seclusion/privacy. Views greet you the moment you step inside as southern exposure, vaulted ceilings & nat light frame the setting like a living picture. A stone gas FP anchors the open main level & opens to a lrg deck where wildlife & painted sunrise/sunset skies take center stage. Refinished hdwds, fresh paint & primary suite w/walk-in shower, tub & 2 vanities & lrg closet. Walkout LL adds 4th BR, den, rec rm, 2nd gas FP, 3-person sauna & pool table. Walk to trails, dog park, winery & canoe/kayak launch, or hop on newly redone bike trails to the city. 2-car gar+side slab, shed, garden beds, lrg turnaround drive & NEW roof. Country setting w/city convenience: a rare find you have to see to believe!

Property Details

Interior

Appliances:
  • Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Basement:
  • Full, Exposed, Full Size Windows, Walk Out/Outer Door, Partially Finished, 8'+ Ceiling
Baths:
  • Full Baths: 3
  • Bath Descriptions: At least 1 Tub,Master Bedroom Bath: Full,Master Bedroom Bath,Master Bedroom Bath: Walk-In Shower,Master Bedroom Bath: Tub/No Shower
Heating/Cooling:
  • Forced Air, Central Air
Heat Fuel:
  • Natural Gas
Interior Features:
  • Walk-in closet(s), Cathedral/vaulted ceiling, Water Softener
Sqft:
  • Total Sqft: 3,692
  • Lot Sqft Source: Assessor/Public Record
  • Estimated Sqft Range: 3501-5000

Rooms

Room Basement Level Lower Level Main Level Upper Level
Master Bedroom 16x14
Bedroom 2 13x11
Bedroom 3 12x11
Bedroom 4 12x12
Den/Office 17x15
Family Room 39x28
Kitchen 17x10
Living Room 25x15

Exterior

Acreage:
  • Source: Assessor/Public Record
Exterior:
  • Vinyl, Stone
Exterior Features:
  • Deck
Garage:
  • Details: 2 Car, Attached, Opener Included
  • Spaces: 2.0
Lot:
  • Description: Wooded
Style:
  • Ranch
Water:
  • Features: Waterview-No frontage, River
Water/Waste:
  • Well, Private Septic System

Misc.

New Construction:
  • N
Postal:
  • Code: 53597
Street:
  • Name: River Road
  • Suffix: ROAD
Tax Year:
  • 2025
Zoning:
  • RES

Map

Listing Agent-Provided Directions:
  • From WI-113 N, turn right onto W River Rd, Property is on the right

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Schools and Neighborhood

Elementary School:
  • Call School District
Middle School:
  • Waunakee
High School:
  • Waunakee
School District:
  • Waunakee
Postal City:
  • Waunakee
Municipality:
  • Name: WESTPORT
  • Type: Town
County:
  • DANE

Market Comparison

How this property compares to local market averages — calculated 10/15/2026

This Property
Waunakee Single Family Home Avg
Dane County Single Family Home Avg
List Price
$987,000
$829,383
$643,951
Median Price
—
$765,000
$529,900
Price / Sq Ft
$267
$279
$278
Days on Market
5 days
68 days
70 days
Total Listings
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89
1,296

Listing Information

  • Time on Market: 5 days
  • Place Perfect Last Updated: 2026-10-08 14:30:34
  • MLS Number: 2032415
  • Subsystem Locale: WIREX_SCW
  • Listing Office: The Hub Realty
  • Listing Agent: Katie Jo Schmitz
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