Around Town: This 1955, 1296-square-foot ranch on Cooper Avenue was listed at $219,500

Photo by Retiring Guy

According to Trulia:

Charming and efficient ranch in mint condition is ready for your immediate occupancy! With 3 bedrooms on the main floor, 3-season porch & fabulous natural lighting, you'll love the just-installed new carpeting & many updates throughout! Cozy lower level family room has knotty pine paneling, ½ bath and stone fireplace heated with electric logs, as well as workshop and storage areas. With an attached deep 1-car garage, there is also a detached 1+ garage/workshop in the spacious backyard. Ideal location within walking distance to downtown Middleton and all schools!

It last sold for $170,000 in 2013. 

Realtor.com lists the current value at $235,000.  (Note the screaming roller-coaster ride in 2013-2014.)