Situated in the greater South Madison region roughly 3 miles outside of downtown, Burr Oaks is a collection of ranch-style homes and brick apartment buildings that line winding residential streets. “It’s a mixed-demographic area,” says Ben Kemp, assistant property manager at Wisconsin Management Company. “It’s not in the heart of the city, so it’s got a more residential feel, but you could still bike to the University of Wisconsin-Madison or downtown.” This neighborhood is removed from the bustle surrounding the Wisconsin State Capitol, but navigating Madison is still a breeze thanks to several central thoroughfares nearby and some amenities even closer. “Burr Oaks is a very walkable neighborhood. It has a school, a park and a library, which are all great resources,” says Lindsey Cooper, who has sold homes in the South Madison area as a Realtor with Lauer Realty Group.
The bridge over Wingra Creek connects Plaenert Drive with West Wingra Drive in Burr Oaks.
A family enjoys a peaceful stroll through the Cypress Spray Park.
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Ranch-style homes coexist with brick apartments
A blend of brick apartment complexes and ranch-style houses populate the streets of Burr Oaks. Most single-family homes line Hackberry Lane and Sequoia Trail, within walking distance of Lincoln Elementary. These wide roads are framed by sidewalks and dappled with the shade provided by mature trees. Though there are some split-level and two-story homes, ranch-style houses with a mix of brick and wood exteriors are the most common here. These single-level homes tend to come with attached garages and enough room on the lawn for neatly landscaped flowers or hedges. Asking prices start at around $200,000 and rarely climb above $500,000, with the median price for the area sitting at about $250,000.
A blue ranch-style house on a quiet residential street in the Burr Oaks Neighborhood.
Brick apartment buildings are on West Badger Road.
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Cool off at Cypress Splash Park
On hot summer days, families can walk over to Cypress Splash Park to cool off in the water. Even as the months turn colder, the park features a playground for year-round fun. To the north, Duane F. Bowman Park is popular for hosting youth baseball and softball games. Burr Oaks is also about a mile away from the Martin Street entrance to the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum. With 17 miles of trails through forests, wetlands and prairies, it’s a great spot for hiking and snowshoeing through the native flora and fauna. Lake Wingra sits at the heart of the arboretum and provides kayak and paddleboard rentals for on-the-water activity.
Residents of South Madison enjoy weekends at Quann Park's tennis courts.
The Arboretum in South Madison has trails conveniently close to Burr Oaks.
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A highly regarded local elementary school
Families can send their kids to Madison Metropolitan Schools, starting out from kindergarten through the second grade at Midvale Elementary, which scores a B-plus from Niche. Burr Oaks students in grades three through five are within walking distance of Lincoln Elementary. “It’s a dual-language school, and it’s very highly regarded,” Cooper says. The school, which Niche awards a B-minus rating, features two new playgrounds completed for the 2022-2023 school year, including unique equipment like a warped wall. Lincoln Elementary sends kids on to Cherokee Heights Middle, which earns a B grade. For high school, families can choose between one of four schools in the area. The closest is West High, an A-rated school, according to Niche, that is well-known for its STEM-based extracurriculars. The Madison West Rocket Club and the Madison West Science Olympiad team have both placed in national tournaments.
Kids in the Burr Oaks neighborhood are in walking distance of Lincoln Elementary School.
West High School is ranked as the second best high school in the Madison area.
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Businesses along busy South Park Street
South Park Street borders Burr Oaks to the east and is home to fast food chains and local restaurants alike, alongside convenience shops and specialty Asian and Latin American grocers. “South Park Street has several great Mexican restaurants,” says Kemp, referring to eateries such as El Pastor. The local Pick ‘n Save, just over a mile away, provides other everyday goods. More dining options can be found lining Fish Hatchery Road, including local standby Parkway, known for its greasy breakfast fare served in a diner atmosphere. To the south near Fitchburg, there’s a Great Dane Pub and Brewing Co. location, a Madison favorite for craft beer. Barbecue lovers will want to hop next door to the Thirsty Goat, which also has a hefty selection of draft pours in addition to its slow-cooked meats.
Visit the retail shops at The Atrium Shopping Center.
You can find a wide variety of running shoes at Uncle Joe's Shoes & Sportswear.
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Reach the Capitol in 10 minutes by car or catch the Metro Transit bus
Bordered by the West Beltline Highway to the south and busy South Park Street to the east, residents of Burr Oaks have options for quickly getting around the Madison area. Downtown is between 3 and 4 miles away, and Metro Transit buses along South Park Street run north to Capitol Square. Alliant Energy Center, just 2 miles east, is a popular destination for concerts, sporting events and conventions. From Burr Oaks, residents can quickly get to the University of Wisconsin-Madison and even Dane Regional Airport, about a 9-mile trip north, or a roughly 20-minute drive.
The Burr Oaks Neighborhood is a 10 minute drive from the Capitol.
Residents of Burr Oaks use the Metro buses on South Park Street to access the rest of the city.
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Local library and farmers market at Villager Shopping Center
The Madison Public Library’s Goodman South Madison branch is located in the Villager Shopping Center. In addition to its selection of books, the library hosts events, from Toddler & Me Storybook Yoga to Friday Family Films. On Saturday afternoons from June to October, residents can support local vendors at the South Madison Farmers’ Market in the lots adjacent to the library. Wares for sale range from fresh produce and flowers to baked goods and clothing.
Residents can visit the Goodman Branch of the Madison Public Library.
There are free vaccination clinics offered by the Goodman Library in Burr Oaks.
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Parks in this Area
Quann Park
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Penn Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Heifetz Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Cypress Spray Park
Playground
Waterpark
Duane F. Bowman Park
Baseball/Softball
Parking Lot
Fisher Street Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Newville (Kenneth) Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Harvey E Schmidt Park
Fishing
Lake
Trails
UW Madison Arboretum
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
19 min drive
Bus
W Badger & Fiedler (Wb)
Bus
Fish Hatchery & Carver (Nb)
Bus
Fish Hatchery & W Badger (Nb)
Bus
W Badger & Cypress (Wb)
Bus
Fish Hatchery & Catalpa (Nb)
Bus
Fish Hatchery & Emil (Nb)
Bus
Fish Hatchery & Plaenert (Nb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Burr Oaks
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Burr Oaks Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burr Oaks, Madison sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Burr Oaks, Madison over the last 12 months is $297,500, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,992
Median Age
32
Population Density
38 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$53,400
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$61,257
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.4%
Advanced Degrees
13.1%
% Population in Labor Force
79.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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