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Shopping and highway convenience in North Janesville
A neighborhood located 5 miles north of downtown Janesville, close to recreational opportunities and the conveniences of shopping and highways. Fox Ridge Estates is close to an area of Janesville that can be more congested with an intersection of busy roads. “That area is where Routes 14 and 26 converge with Interstates 90 and 39,” says Paul Williams, a member of the Janesville City Council. “There’s a lot of traffic during the week, and especially on weekends with people coming up from Illinois into this area or further into Wisconsin.” Janesville is about 10 miles north of the Illinois/Wisconsin border.
Fox Ridge Estates is close to Interstates 90 and 39, making it convenient for commuters.
Sheiffer Park in Janesville also has paved paths for residents to traverse.
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Sheiffer Park is part of Wisconsin’s Park Place
With nearly 2,600 acres of parks with over 60 parks, the city of Janesville is known as Wisconsin’s Park Place. Sheiffer Park has almost 90 acres of mainly nature and bike trails. In the winter, skiing and snowshoeing are permitted on the trails. A section of the Ice Age Trail goes through it. The trail system meanders through the state, and it follows the traces of the edge of a glacier that was in the area tens of thousands of years ago. About 2 miles north of Sheiffer Park is Woodcrest Park, which has playground equipment and baseball and softball fields. One of the most popular attractions in Janesville is Rotary Botanical Gardens, about 6 miles south of Fox Ridge Estates. There are over 4,000 varieties of plants on 20 acres, and it’s a popular wedding location.
Sheiffer Park in Janesville offers 87 acres of woodland and trails.
If you're quiet, you can spot large birds of prey at Sheiffer Park in Janesville.
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21st-century homes in Fox Ridge Estates
Contemporary ranch-style and Colonial Revival are the most prominent styles in the neighborhood, built in the last 25 years. Prices range from $300,000 to $525,000. “There are more contemporary houses in this neighborhood than in Briar Crest, which is the neighborhood to the west,” says Jeff Myers, a Realtor with Century 21 Affiliated with about 25 years of experience. Some of the houses have Sheiffer Park greenery visible from the backyard. Two-bedroom condos are also available, priced between $200,000 and $300,000, and townhouses are from $250,000 to $400,000. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has worship space in the neighborhood with a Sunday service at 10 a.m.
Fox Ridge Estates is a tight-knit community just north of Janesville.
Fox Ridge Estates also has a large selection of ranch houses.
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Big box store plaza near Interstates 90 & 39
Pine Tree Plaza is a shopping center with big-box stores like Best Buy, The Home Depot and Petco. Movies 16: Janesville is the place to catch the latest movie releases. Groceries can be picked up nearby at Aldi, Walmart Supercenter or Sam’s Club. Restaurant options include Cozumel Mexican Restaurant, which has festive decor and Mexican food favorites. Cold Stone Creamery is also in the shopping center for an ice cream break.
Pine Tree Plaza is a large shopping center near Fox Ridge Estates, with mostly big-box stores.
Fox Ridge Estates also has a nearby movie theater called Movies 16.
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Bessie the Cow is a tourist attraction
This part of Janesville is known for a tourist attraction that is also a photo opportunity. Since 1966, a fiberglass cow named Bessie has stood on the side of Milton Road near Arby’s and in front of a Menards Home Improvement. The cow has been there since 1966 and was part of what used to be the Janesville Oasis, a spot off the highway for travelers that was a restaurant and gift shop. It was demolished in 2006, but the public wanted Bessie to stay. She stands 16 feet tall and symbolizes Wisconsin’s rich dairy heritage.
Bessie The Cow is a beloved roadside attraction, just off highway 26 near Fox Ridge Estates.
Take a peaceful moment to walk the garden labyrinth outside of Earthsong Books & Gifts.
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Most are zoned for Milton Schools
While some students may be zoned for the School District of Janesville, most are in the School District of Milton, including Harmony Elementary School, which serves prekindergarten through third grade. Niche grades the school an A-minus. From there, fourth through sixth grade go to Northside Intermediate School, which gets a B-plus grade. Milton Middle is rated a B-minus. Parents of students here can follow their student’s progress and track homework assignments through an online portal. According to Niche, Milton High School gets a B-plus overall grade and has a 97% graduation rate.
Milton High School is located at 114 West High Street.
Milton Middle School has approximately 511 students.
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Janesville Transit stops by Pine Tree Plaza
The closest public bus stop is Pine Tree Plaza, about a mile to the west. The Janesville Transit System has a bus stop along Deerfield Road at Walmart Supercenter and the emergency room at Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center North. Major airports include Dane County Regional/Truax Field in Madison, about 40 miles to the northwest, and Chicago/Rockford International Airport, about the same distance to the south. Both are served by major airlines.
Fox Ridge Estates' closest bus stop is just a mile west of the neighborhood.
Fox Ridge Estates rates high on bikeability scores.
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Parks in this Area
Sheiffer Park
Woodcrest Park
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
53 min drive
Fox Ridge Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fox Ridge Estates, Janesville sell after 8 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fox Ridge Estates, Janesville over the last 12 months is $562,805.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,204
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,899
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,560
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
% Population in Labor Force
68%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
49/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
23/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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