OFF MARKET

Listed by Mark Nortman • First Weber Inc. Bought with NextHome Metro.

Off Market Feb 2022 for $1M

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Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,477/mo

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6,345

sq ft

4041 Observatory Rd, Cross Plains, WI 53528

About this home

Public Remarks: Country living at it's best! Amazing opportunity to live in a custom built home on 8 acres just west of Madison. This private retreat features a spacious home with over 6,000 sqft of living space on a park like setting with inground pool, pond, expansive deck space and privacy. Impressive two story great room with floor to ceiling fireplace. Large kitchen with loads of cabinet space, island and wet bar. Relax in the sunroom. Work from home in the main level office/den. Primary suite with balcony, walk in closet, a spa like bath featuring tub, tiled shower and double vanities. The lower level is made for entertaining with wet bar, family room, exercise and guest room/5th bedroom. Nature and wildlife right outside your door. Enjoy all four seasons, w/ out leaving the comfort of your own home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1990Year Built

16.39 acresLot Size

$165Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Mark Nortman • First Weber Inc

Listed by Tommy Van Ess • First Weber Inc

Bought with Katie Lichtie • NextHome Metro

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Rent

$2,615/mo

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Market trends in 53528, WI

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

98.9%

0.6% MoM

Median sale price

$504K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

7 days MoM

Recently sold homes

4 MoM

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Sale history for 4041 Observatory Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,580 (+5.9%)

$265,200 + $736,300

$1,001,500

2024

$11,876 (+10.3%)

$265,200 + $736,300

$1,001,500

2023

$10,766 (+14.0%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2022

$9,446 (−3.3%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2021

$9,768 (−0.3%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2020

$9,794 (+5.5%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2019

$9,282 (−1.1%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2018

$9,389 (−4.4%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2017

$9,819 (+8.9%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2016

$9,018 (−9.0%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2014

$9,909 (−0.9%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2013

$10,001

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

Tax history for 4041 Observatory Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$12,580 (+5.9%)

$265,200 + $736,300

$1,001,500

2024

$11,876 (+10.3%)

$265,200 + $736,300

$1,001,500

2023

$10,766 (+14.0%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2022

$9,446 (−3.3%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2021

$9,768 (−0.3%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2020

$9,794 (+5.5%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2019

$9,282 (−1.1%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2018

$9,389 (−4.4%)

$139,700 + $463,300

$603,000

2017

$9,819 (+8.9%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2016

$9,018 (−9.0%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2014

$9,909 (−0.9%)

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

2013

$10,001

$139,800 + $463,300

$603,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

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Baths

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Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

8.09 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Dane County

APN

070716492005

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 6, 2026.

RR-8

Rural Residential 8 to 16 Acres District

The RR-8 Rural Residential 8 district is designed to: Provide for single-family residential principal uses and a variety of accessory or ancillary uses, including small-scale farming, appropriate to a rural setting, on relatively large residential parcels. The RR-8 district accommodates uses which are compatible with both residential and farming practices, are typically found in a rural location and do not require urban services.; Such uses typically generate traffic, noise or other impacts similar to those produced by a single-family residence.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Transportation
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
# of Garage Parking Spaces (Total): 3
Garage: 3 Car, Attached, Opener Included

Interior

Bedroom Information
Master Bedroom Dimensions: 27 x 20
Master Bedroom Level: Upper
Bedroom 2 Dimensions: 16 x 18
Bedroom 2 Level: Upper
Bedroom 3 Dimensions: 18 x 16
Bedroom 3 Level: Upper
Bedroom 4 Dimension: 14 x 16
Bedroom 4 Level: Upper
Bedroom 5 Dimension: 15 x 13
Bedroom 5 Level: Lower

Bathroom Information
Bath Description(s): Whirlpool, At Least 1 Tub, Master Bedroom Bath (Full), Master Bedroom Bath, Walk-In Shower in Master Bathroom, Tub/No Shower in Master Bathroom
# of Baths (1/2): 1
# of Baths (Full): 4

Interior Features
Wood or Simulation Wood Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Water Softener, Security System, Wet Bar

Room Information
Full, Exposed, Full Size Windows, Walk Out/Outer Door, Finished, Sump Pump, Radon Mitigation System, Poured Concrete
Other Room 1 Dimensions: 12 x 14
Other Room 1 Level: Main
Other Room 1 Name: Sun Room
Living Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
Living Room Level: Main
Kitchen Level: Main
Kitchen Dimensions: 22 x 20
Family Room Level: Main
Family Room Length: 22 x 28
Dining Room Dimensions: 16 x 15
Dining Room Level: Main
Den/Office Dimension: 17 x 13
Den/Office Level: Main

Equipment
Appliances: Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Washer, Dryer

Exterior

Building Information
Building Type: 2 Story
Estimated Sq. Ft. Range: 5001+

Exterior
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Pool (Inground)
Exterior: Wood, Brick

Property Information
Single-Family
Information Source Year Built: Owner

Lot Information
Lot Acreage: 16.39
Lot Description: Wooded
Zoning: RR-8

Financial

Tax Information
Total Taxes: $9,794
Tax Year: 2020

Utilities

Utility Information
Well, Private Septic System
Heating/Cooling: Forced Air, Central Air, Zoned Heating
Lp Gas

Location

Neighborhood Information
Municipality: CROSS PLAINS
Municipality Type: Town

School Information
School District: Mount Horeb
Elementary School: Mount Horeb
Middle School: Mount Horeb
High School: Mount Horeb

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Dane County
APN: 070716492005

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 6, 2026

Other

Listing Information
SaleType: Arms Length
Inclusions: Double oven, microwave, dishwasher, washer, dryer, small beverage fridge, trash compactor, pool equipment and cleaner, downstairs microwave, refrigerator and dishwasher, pool table.
Exclusions: Sellers personal property. Some outdoor plants to be removed by seller after closing.

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Mount Horeb Intermediate School

Public 3-5 • Assigned • 5.5mi

8/10

Mount Horeb Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.6mi

7/10

Mount Horeb High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.7mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Cross Plains, WI • 53528

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 9.9 hours in June and 3.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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3.7 hrs

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Home values near 4041 Observatory Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
3883 Observatory Road, Cross Plains, WI 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3322 Sq. Ft.	$794,977
3824 Observatory Road, Cross Plains, WI 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1632 Sq. Ft.	$527,174

Address	Redfin Estimate
4111 Observatory Road, Cross Plains, WI 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3100 Sq. Ft.	$936,951
4070 Observatory Road, Cross Plains, WI 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1668 Sq. Ft.	$743,497

Address	Redfin Estimate
4166 Observatory Road, Cross Plains, WI 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4326 Sq. Ft.	$1,035,626
4100 Barlow Road, Cross Plains, WI 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3537 Sq. Ft.	$888,361

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