Home sweet home! You can be on over 4 acres of secluded and quiet, just outside of central Madison. This 19th century farmhouse offers beautiful, original slate shingles atop its roof, and so many other character defining details! You’ll be able to enjoy a generous set of rooms, opstairs and on the main floor. The recent owner has installed HVAC that is properly run from the attic and cellar areas, so as not to disrupt the interior charm with ducting! The fenced in porch off of the main kitchen area is simply stunning, bright, and hospitable. There are so many features that will welcome you here. Photography of the home is delayed, but don’t hesitate to book your showings. An entrant is bound to love this property quickly!
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
4.16 acresLot Size
$154Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jessica Butler• Legacy Land Use & Realty
Contact: 812-701-0002
Bought with Jessica Butler• Legacy Land Use & Realty
Est. $2,663 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1541 N Rykers Rdg
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SIRA #2026011439
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
$274,000
$154/sq ft
Sep 19, 2026
Delisted
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Sep 3, 2026
Listed
$274,000
$154/sq ft
SIRA #202306640
May 17, 2023
Sold
$236,000
$132/sq ft
Apr 12, 2023
Pending
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Mar 27, 2023
Listed
$234,900
$132/sq ft
+19
1916 SEARS AND ROEBUCK HOME LOCATED ON 2 PARCELS TOTALLING 4.161 ACRES. VERY CUTE AND CHARMING. WRAP AROUND JPORCH AND COVERED BACK PORCH THAT IS SCREENED IN WITH WOODBURNING STOVE. 2 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP. F/P IS NON-WORKING. SELLER BELIVES IT NEEDS NEW FLUE (CONDITION WHEN PURCHASED). D/W IS DEFECTIVE (MAY REPLACE OR GIVE AN ALLOWANCE). BOILER FOR HEAT HAS NEW PUMP AND IS SERVICED REGULARLY. ROOF SHINGLES NEW IN 2019. SLATE ON MAIN PART OF HOME ORIGINAL (NO LEAKS). ALL NEW SIDING 2019. GUTTERS LINED WITH RUBBER MEMBRRANE. SELLER PREFERS EVENING APPOINTMENTS
SIRA #J20170606
Feb 8, 2018
Sold
$177,000
$99/sq ft
Nov 8, 2017
Listed
$184,900
$104/sq ft
+13
Charming historic 1916 Sears farmhouse in popular Rykers Ridge area, situated on approximately 4.2 acres. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home has maintained all the classic vintage appeal with many modern upgrades. Come enjoy country life while you sit on your beautiful screened in porch and look out over the orchard of fruit trees and organic gardens. , Flooring = Hardwood,
Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed, Porch, Screened
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4.16
Lot Size Acres: 4.16
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Features: Secluded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Zoning Description: Residential
Property Information
Has View
Below Grade Unfinished Area: 300
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,784
Foundation Details: Stone, Cellar
Financial
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $1,532
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,784
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 1.39 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1900
County: Jefferson County
APN: 390930000026000006
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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Madison Consolidated Junior High School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
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Madison Consolidated High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
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Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Madison. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.