Cottage Grove Homes with Exposed Basement

Welcome to Cottage Grove, a charming town located in Dane County, Wisconsin. Known for its picturesque landscapes and friendly community, Cottage Grove offers a peaceful retreat while still being conveniently close to the bustling city of Madison.

One of the unique features of homes in Cottage Grove is the Exposed Basements. These homes are designed to maximize natural light and provide additional living space, making them highly sought after in the area. Imagine enjoying a cozy evening in your basement retreat with ample sunlight streaming in through the exposed windows.

Whether you're looking for a spacious family home or a cozy retreat for two, Cottage Grove has a diverse range of real estate options to suit every need. From modern townhouses to traditional single-family homes, there is something for everyone in this vibrant community.

With top-rated schools, beautiful parks, and a thriving local economy, Cottage Grove is the perfect place to put down roots and call home. Come and explore the unique real estate offerings in Cottage Grove with exposed basements that truly elevate your living experience.

Newest Cottage Grove Homes with Exposed Basement

$475,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Brand new 3 bedroom 3 bath ranch style zero-lot-line half duplex in popular Westlawn Estates. Open concept floor plan has vaulted great room with electric fireplace, quartz countertops throughout the home, LVP flooring in main living areas, and LVT flooring in all bathrooms. Split bedroom design. Large primary bedroom suite has private full bath with dual vanity and large walk-in closet. Finished exposed lower level rec/media room, bedroom, full bath and storage space. Two car attached garage with laundry/mud room. Walking distance to Taylor Prairie and Granite Ridge Elementary School and close to Glacial Drumlin Middle School.

1127 Parkview Street, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Madcityhomes.Com.

$749,900

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Exceptional 5 bedroom plus office, 3 bath custom ranch in Cottage Grove! Offering 4,717 sq. ft. of finished living space on a private .80 acre lot with large yard and perennial garden backing onto creek. The main level features a formal living room, a family room, primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms. The lower level boasts a 420 sq. ft. dance floor, rec room, two more bedrooms and plenty of space for entertainment, guests, hobbies, or multi-generational living. This custom home is built with ICF construction (insulated concrete forms), steel stud framing and fiber cement siding offering exceptional strength, energy efficiency and quiet comfort. The spacious floor plan includes multiple gathering areas, formal and casual dining spaces, a beautiful kitchen overlooking a lovely natural setting and a 3-car garage with an additional 300 sq. ft. of attic storage above!

308 Southing Grange, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Madcityhomes.Com.

$329,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath half duplex in the heart of Cottage Grove! Offering approximately 1,500 finished square feet, this multi-level home features a functional layout with comfortable living spaces and plenty of room to spread out. The bright main level flows easily for everyday living and entertaining, while the finished lower level provides additional flexible space for a family room, home office, workout area or playroom. Three bedrooms offer versatility for family, guests or work-from-home needs. Enjoy the convenience of an attached 1-car garage and the added peace of mind of a newly replaced roof. A great opportunity for buyers looking for the feel and space of a home without the price point of many single-family options. Zero lot line. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, dining and all that Cottage Grove has to offer, with easy access to Madison. Move-in ready and waiting for its next owner!

208 W Clover Lane Unit B, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Capital Edge Realty.

$329,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath half duplex in the heart of Cottage Grove! Offering approximately 1,500 finished square feet, this multi-level home features a functional layout with comfortable living spaces and plenty of room to spread out. The bright main level flows easily for everyday living and entertaining, while the finished lower level provides additional flexible space for a family room, home office, workout area or playroom. Three bedrooms offer versatility for family, guests or work-from-home needs. Enjoy the convenience of an attached 1-car garage and the added peace of mind of a newly replaced roof. A great opportunity for buyers looking for the feel and space of a home without the price point of many single-family options. Conveniently located near schools, parks, shopping, dining and all that Cottage Grove has to offer, with easy access to Madison. Move-in ready and waiting for its next owner!

208 W Clover Lane Unit B, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Capital Edge Realty.

$545,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover this beautifully updated ranch home on a wooded lot in the Town of Cottage Grove. The main level features 3 bedrooms including a primary suite W/ soaking tub & stand-alone shower, a living rm W/ vaulted ceilings & wood-burning fireplace, & an updated kitchen W/ granite countertops, oak cabinets, & new Samsung SS appliances including a gas stove. Main-floor laundry adds convenience, while patio doors from the dining area open to a large composite deck W/aluminum railings & underside of decking enclosed. The fully finished exposed walk-out LL offers two additional bedrooms, a second kitchen W/ full SS appliances, large family room, game room, full bath, & a dedicated theater room with 7.2 surround sound, 86" TV, & 120" projection screen. Additional highlights include new carpet, new roof 6/26, oversized 2-car garage W/ extra storage, generator transfer switch, exterior gas hook-up, and abundant privacy with open yard space. Perfect for comfortable living & entertaining.

4729 Gaston Circle, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Preferred.

$749,900

5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Discover country living without sacrificing convenience! Set on over an acre, this custom-built 5-bed, 3.5 bath home offers generous living space, an expansive yard, and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're relaxing on the patio beneath the pergola or in the hot tub in the screened porch, or practicing your putting on the private green, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Inside, the open main level boasts a large kitchen w/island, great room, formal dining room, den & 1/2 bath. Upstairs has 4 bedrooms, incl. the spacious primary suite w/updated bath & w/in closet, plus a full bath and laundry. The finished LL features a rec area w/impressive wet bar, pool table, 5th bedroom, & full bath. Brand new roof and garage doors, newer HVAC, and SS kitchen appliances. Plus a 3-car garage! Located in the desirable Monona Grove School District w/easy access to the Beltline, I39 & I94, and Madison, this property offers the perfect blend of privacy, space, and accessibility.

3673 Graham Paige Road, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Preferred.

$444,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

SPACIOUS MAIN FLOOR LIVING! WALK TO THE PARK, SCHOOL & MORE! Set on a spacious corner lot, this 2,300+ sq ft, 3 bedroom, 3 bath home features an open layout, vaulted ceilings, two fireplaces, and a finished lower level. Walk to Northlawn Park and Taylor Prairie Elementary in the Monona Grove School District, with quick access to Hwy 12/18 and Madison. The main level offers vaulted ceilings and a wood burning fireplace, updated large back deck, and laundry. The master bedroom includes a walk-in closet and en-suite bath, while two additional bedrooms are located at the opposite end for added privacy. Downstairs, the finished lower level adds a spacious multi-purpose room with a gas fireplace, a full bathroom, and plenty of flexible space for relaxing, entertaining, working from home, or hosting guests. A large utility and storage area provides additional room for seasonal items and household needs. Updates- furnace and gutters: 2023; stove and refrigerator: 2024; egress window: 2025

752 Westlawn Drive, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC.

$496,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Recently remodeled, this beauty is move-in ready & sits on 2/3 of an acre at the end of a cul-de-sac! New roof in 2026! Big deck overlooking east-facing backyard & fields. Hot tub included (2020). Beautiful kitchen remodeled (2020) w/tile backsplash, multiple pantries. You will love this large breakfast bar/island area! Generously sized living room has Hickory LVT flooring, & glorious wall of windows w/window seating area! King-size primary bedroom suite w/wall of lighted closets & private remodeled bathroom. Exposed sunny finished LL has sleek polished concrete floors w/classy dramatic ceiling beams & cozy wood fireplace. LL Office & big Laundry. 2 car garage + detached garage/shed. New furnace & Central Air 2022-23. Pella windows thru much of home.Quiet rural subdivision home within the acclaimed Monona-Grove School district and only a .5 mile away from Door Creek Golf Course! Rural subdivision home within the acclaimed Monona SD! Chicken Coop included! Kiss that City Water goodbye!

2789 Ruffian Circle, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of American, REALTORS.

$449,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

If you?ve been looking for a home where everyone can spread out without feeling disconnected? this is it. With 1,772 finished sq. ft., 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a tri-level layout that just makes sense, there?s truly so much room for activities. The vaulted ceilings and open main level create an inviting space that?s perfect for everything from quiet mornings with coffee to hosting friends on game day. Upstairs, you?ll find all three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with its own private bath. The exposed lower level offers even more flexible living space?movie nights, a home office, workout room, playroom? you decide. Outside, enjoy the deck overlooking the backyard with room to grill, relax, or let the dogs run. Tucked into Cottage Grove?s desirable Quarry Ridge Estates, you?ll love being close to parks, trails, schools, and everything that makes this community feel like home.

903 Crysta Trail, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Capital Edge Realty.

$750,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Southlawn Estates Executive Ranch offers timeless quality & upscale custom features at substantial savings vs a re-build today. Premium lot is park adjacent & backs to open fields & creek. Kitchen has soaring ceiling vaults, rich cherry dovetailed cabinetry, granite counters & walk-in pantry. Chef's dream, open to Great Room, dining space & maintenance free deck & gazebo. Those simplifying life or considering aging in place, will appreciate main lvl laundry, minimal steps & Primary Suite w/ double closets, vanities, jetted tub & walk in shower. Flexible floorplan offers potential for multi generational living, sprawling walk out basement designed for entertaining, long term guests & maximizing indoor/outdoor enjoyment. Luxury landscaping enhancements: patio, firepit, gazebo & mature plantings blend seamlessly w/ nature. Superb location, near parks, schools, shopping, Glacial Drumlin State Trl, Door Creek Golf & Madison proper. Ask list agent for complete list of upgrades & features.

738 Weald Bridge Road, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC.

$775,000

5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

VRP $775,000 - $800,000. Newly built in 2024, this thoughtfully designed contemporary home pairs clean architectural lines with a bright, functional layout in Cottage Grove's Westlawn Estates. The dramatic two-story great room is anchored by a gas fireplace and framed by expansive windows that fill the space with natural light, while the open staircase creates a striking focal point. Amish-crafted custom cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, main-level office, and mudroom with laundry bring both character and everyday convenience. The main-level primary suite provides a private retreat with a walk-in closet and double vanity bath. Upstairs, three additional bedrooms and a full bath offer comfortable accommodations for family or guests. The lower level includes a large, partially finished open space ready for future expansion, recreation, or hobbies. A three-car garage completes this well-appointed five-bedroom home.

2009 Paris Lane, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Sprinkman Real Estate.

$1,195,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Exceptional custom ranch offering nearly 2,400 sq ft on the main level plus an exposed walkout lower level, enhanced by nearly $200,000 in high-end upgrades. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the chef?s kitchen showcases Amish-built cabinetry, quartz waterfall countertops, marble backsplash, Kohler fixtures, a spacious island, and a walk-in pantry with added cabinetry and prep space. The open-concept layout features a coffered ceiling, floor-to-ceiling stone gas fireplace, and seamless flow into the dining area. A vaulted four-season sunroom leads to the composite deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard complete with irrigation system. The luxurious primary suite offers heated tile floors, dual vanities, makeup station, tiled walk-in shower, and custom walk-in closet. Main level also includes a private office, guest bedroom, full bath, and mudroom with lockers. The exposed walkout lower level provides an expansive rec room, patio access and future bedroom.

2012 Paris Lane, Cottage Grove

Listing courtesy of Capital Edge Realty.

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