Madison Homes with Cape Cod Architecture

Welcome to Madison, the vibrant capital city of Wisconsin located in Dane County. Known for its picturesque landscapes, bustling cultural scene, and thriving economy, Madison offers a unique blend of urban amenities and natural beauty.

If you appreciate the timeless charm of Cape Cod architecture, you'll feel right at home in Madison. Homes with Cape Cod architecture are true to the region, featuring classic design elements such as symmetrical facades, gabled roofs, and cozy dormer windows. These homes exude a sense of warmth and character, making them a popular choice for those seeking a traditional yet stylish living space.

Whether you're strolling along the scenic shores of Lake Mendota, exploring the historic State Street, or enjoying a farm-to-table dining experience, Madison has something for everyone. With top-rated schools, diverse neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community, it's no wonder why so many people are proud to call Madison home.

If you're in the market for a home that combines classic charm with modern conveniences, consider exploring the beautiful Cape Cod-style properties that Madison has to offer. From quaint cottages to spacious family homes, you're sure to find the perfect place to put down roots in this welcoming city.

Newest Madison Homes with Cape Cod Architecture

$819,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Across from the Arboretum! Lovely Cape Cod in excellent condition with lots of sunlight , beautiful hardwood floors, master bedroom with large(and fancy!) master bath. Family room with bookshelves. Private yard with many plantings and deck. Screen porch. Sweet breakfast room (6'x6') off kitchen. Great location with Arboretum across the street but minutes to Monroe St shopping and restaurants, but also easy to get on the Beltline. Note: Upstairs baths are one full and one 3/4 bath. Also main level fireplace is electric; the fireplace in basement is woodburning, but has never been used.

3900 Manitou Way, Madison

Listing courtesy of Restaino & Associates.

$595,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Charming light filled home located steps from UW-Madison, schools, hospitals, parks, restaurants and an amenity filled walkable neighborhood. Enter into an inviting living room with hard wood floors, wood burning fireplace, large windows and a beautiful open staircase. Updated kitchen with SS appliances and granite countertops opens onto a roomy 4 season sunroom overlooking huge deck and oversized fenced lot with beautiful mature trees. This private backyard is perfect for relaxing or entertaining. 3 roomy bedrooms and full bath on the upper level. 1 car garage and full basement for lots of storage. Newer HVAC and AC. This charmer has it all!! All showings scheduled through ShowingTime. All measurements are approx, please verify if important. Please use TrustFunds for Earnest Money. Seller is a personal representative that has not lived in the home, no RECR will be provided.

17 N Franklin Avenue, Madison

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices True Realty.

$399,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Vibrant Location. Classic Character. Step into the charm of this 1927 home on E. Dayton Street, where timeless character meets an unbeatable Madison location. This inviting home features a bright three-season porch, perfect for morning coffee or unwinding at the end of the day. Outside, the thoughtfully landscaped backyard is a gardener's delight with room to cultivate, relax, and entertain. A shed that adds convenience for car storage or extra space while the .13-acre lot provides an inviting outdoor setting. Just minutes from Madison's bike paths, summer festivals, and the new Madison Public Market, you'll enjoy easy access to everything the city has to offer. This home places you close to the energy of the city while offering a welcoming place to call home.

1921 E Dayton Street, Madison

Listing courtesy of Stark Company, REALTORS.

$735,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Showings start 7/23 at 3pm. Beautiful move-in ready four bedroom, four bath home in the coveted Hill Farms neighborhood. Large main floor living room, dining room, spacious kitchen and sunny family room with walk out to patio and back yard. Nice lower level family room with egress window, and large unfinished space for storage. Hardwood floors in bedrooms,

206 Green Lake Pass, Madison

Listing courtesy of Compass Real Estate Wisconsin.

$679,900

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Very sweet cape cod in area with high demand. An addition done years ago offers a rare find for Sunset Village! Many options for how you use your space; 5 bdrms OR 4 bdrms + office OR 3 bdrms + office + den. Two Car Garage another huge benefit. 1.75 Baths. Addition also provided spacious rooms. Originall hdwd floors in several areas. LR has gas fireplace and bamboo flooring. Kitchen has large island and walk out to deck and mature, private rear yard. Formal DR. Plenty of Storage. Walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and all of life's necessities. Close to busline. A very wise choice for today's buyer. Seller could accommodate a quick close. Ultimate UHP. When showing home, you can open garage door from inside the house. The opener is attached to the closet door for bdrm/office, left of door going to rear yard. No hdwd under carpet in 2 bdrms upstairs.

6 S Meadow Lane, Madison

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty, LLC.

$1,550,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Showings begin Friday, July 17th. Rare property in Madison with extensive remodeling. Stone front Cape Cod on 2 city lots (.59 acres). Incredible location across street from Lake Mendota and biking distance to UW campus. Four bedrooms, large 1st floor office (2014). Three full baths remodeled in last 5 years plus main floor half-bath, 3-season sunroom (2020), hot tub room (2026), LL rec room and art studio. New detached 2.5 car garage with stairs to 2nd floor storage and new driveway (2024). Attached 2 car garage partially finished for guest suite (2026). Detached building for workshop/home office/art studio/playhouse (2025). Large kitchen with walk-in pantry and computer station (2014), 2 fireplaces, new roof (2025), new furnace (2024). Sprawling perennial gardens and partially fenced backyard. Short walk to Spring Harbor beach and middle school. Everything you could want and more!

5601 Lake Mendota Drive, Madison

Listing courtesy of Madcityhomes.Com.

$330,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to 3810 E. Washington Ave! This well-maintained property offers a perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience. Inside, you'll find bright, inviting living spaces filled with natural light, a functional layout, and plenty of room to make it your own. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this home checks all the boxes. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and everything Madison has to offer, you'll love the easy access to downtown, the airport, and major highways. Don't miss your chance to own an affordable home in a prime Madison location! Current lease ends April 30th, 2026. Current Rent is $2425/Month

3810 E Washington Avenue, Madison

Listing courtesy of Sprinkman Real Estate.

$369,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Darling Cape Cod bungalow conveniently located in a friendly neighborhood. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors. The updated kitchen features a functional, compact design that makes meal prep a breeze. Painted cabinets with a butcherblock countertop is on trend:) You will find 2 bedrooms on the main floor and a large bedroom used as their Primary upstairs. The lower level has recently been finished for extra space. Make it your vision, rec room, gathering space or home office! Darling deck out front to enjoy your morning coffee. Furnace 2018, AC 2018, H2O heater 2021, appliances 2022/2024, 200 AMP. The large-25x19-detached 2-car garage offers plenty of room for both vehicles and toys. Quick closing and price improved;)

600 Morningside Avenue, Madison

Listing courtesy of Stark Company, REALTORS.

$750,000

3 Beds ⋅ 1.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Nestled on a beautiful, tree-lined lot beneath Nakoma's signature mature oak trees, this classic home blends timeless character with thoughtful updates. Step through the stunning arched front entry into a classic floor plan featuring a spacious living room with a gas fireplace, formal dining room, both with refinished hardwood floors, 1/2 bath. The kitchen opens to a cozy family room overlooking the large backyard, newer patio, and deck?perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs offers three bedrooms, one bathroom, and a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet. The finished lower-level rec room provides additional living space and a decorative fireplace. Seller updates include a new water heater and A/C (5/26), furnace and Aprilaire (12/25), resurfaced tub, fresh paint in all bedrooms and closets (10/25), plus newer windows (2010). Close to the UW Arboretum, SW Commuter Path, Monroe Street, and Lake Wingra.

4109 Yuma Drive, Madison

Listing courtesy of Compass Real Estate Wisconsin.

$749,900

5 Beds ⋅ 3.5 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Beautifully maintained home in the highly sought-after Middleton School District, ideally situated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. Built in 2017, this spacious home offers an open-concept layout filled with natural light and designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The flexible floor plan includes five bedrooms plus a dedicated front flex room that works perfectly as a home office, playroom, or study. The bright kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living areas, creating an inviting space to gather. Step outside to enjoy one of the home's standout features?a large backyard with no rear neighbors, offering added privacy and peaceful views. Conveniently located near parks, schools, trails, Middleton and west-side amenities, this home combines space, functionality, and an exceptional location in one of the area's most desirable neighborhoods.

17 Rustling Birch Court, Madison

Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation.

$789,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to this charmingly updated 4 bed Cape Cod in the unbeatable West Lawn Neighborhood. Blending timeless character with modern convenience, this is one you won't want to miss! Enter inside to find hardwood floors leading you throughout the main lvl w/ bright and open living rm, cozy wood fp, formal dining and kitchen w/ sleek soap stone counters, all SS apps, & ample built-in storage. ML bedroom perfectly doubles as an in-home office, plus a full bathroom w/ walk-in shower & ideal mud/laundry w/ built-in bench/cubbies. Upstairs find 3 spacious beds all with great closet space & stunning remodeled bath w/ dbl vanities & heated floors. LL offers endless possibilities with a 2nd fireplace and space for a future rec room, theater, playroom, or gym! Outside is sure to impress, offering a rare 2 car garage w/ 240V outlet, extra paved parking, 2022 solar panels for added efficiency, private yard & beautiful flagstone paver patio complete with built-in lighting. See docs for more!

13 Virginia Terrace, Madison

Listing courtesy of MHB Real Estate.

$650,000

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Income properties this close to downtown Madison rarely pencil this well. Just around the corner from James Madison Park, this 5-bed, 2-bath rental is consistently easy to lease thanks to its unbeatable location near campus, downtown restaurants, nightlife, and the lake. Currently rented at $4,295/month with projected rents up to $4,750/month, there?s immediate upside for the next owner. The property has been well maintained with mostly vinyl windows, 2 parking spaces plus a moped spot, and very little yard maintenance. Tenants cover all expenses, making this an attractive low-maintenance investment opportunity with strong returns. Also available as part of the 120?126 N Franklin portfolio, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a side-by-side 27-bedroom investment property with significant long-term upside and future redevelopment potential.

126 N Franklin Street, Madison

Listing courtesy of EXIT Realty HGM.

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