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Close-knit community with a close eye on the future
Eken Park is just 10 minutes northeast of downtown Madison, Wisconsin, overlooking the shell of Oscar Mayer’s former location from across Packers Avenue. The industrial park shuttered its doors in 2017, and a low-cost housing development has been proposed for the site, a multimillion-dollar project that Realtor Evans Fomunyoh says is the subject of much discussion amongst Eken Park residents these days. “It’s exciting that something is going to take Oscar Mayer’s place there, but folks are mostly concerned with how Packers Avenue will be opened up to the neighborhood and the new housing,” says the Lane Estate Realtor, a Madison local who has worked with clients in this area since 2007. But he’s confident that whatever happens will come with the blessing of Eken Park locals. Fomunyoh: “The neighborhood association is very involved. They have monthly meetings, and it’s a hot topic in those. The sense of community is very strong here, and you can feel it when you visit.” Indeed, the quiet residential streets here are lined with well-maintained Traditional-style homes, and locals gather often in the community’s neatly kept parks.
Eken Park is in the shadow of the old Oscar Mayer Plant, a proposed place for public housing.
Various home styles, including ranchers and Cape Cods, can be found in Eken Park.
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Classic midcentury homes
There’s a variety of housing options here, from single-family Cape Cods and bungalows to boxy duplexes and multifamily apartment complexes. Most were built between the mid-1940s and early 1980s. Prices run from $280,000 for two-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalows to nearly $400,000 for both sides of four-bedroom, two-bathroom Traditional-style duplexes. “We’re experiencing low inventory across the city right now, but it’s especially true here,” says Fomunyoh, adding that the neighborhood started 2024 with only one active listing, whereas it started 2023 with three.
Modest, quaint homes can be found on many quiet residential streets.
A green Cape Cod/Colonial-style house in the Eken Park neighborhood.
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Madison school days
Kids in Eken Park attend schools in the Madison Metropolitan School District. Many go to Emerson Elementary, Sherman Middle and East High School between preschool and 12th grade. In 2023, Emerson got an A-minus from Niche. That same year, Sherman got a C-plus and East High got a B-plus. Teens at East High are sorted into one of four Small Learning Community Neighborhoods, designed to provide structure to the high school experience and give students the opportunity to build more solid student-to-student and student-to-teacher relationships. The four neighborhoods, Olbrich, Tenney, Warner, and Yahara, each have their own Assistant Principal, Counselor and Dean of Students.
Sherman Middle School has a C+ rating according to Niche.
Emerson elementary School is located in Madison.
The entrance and signage for Madison East High School in Emerson East.
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Plethora parks nearby
With three neighborhood parks all within a quarter mile of most homes, locals are spoiled for choice when it comes to outdoor recreation options. The park that shares the neighborhood’s name sprawls between Dahle and Coolidge Streets, offering everything from a playground to a sunny, grassy field with a baseball backstop. At Washington Manor Park, just four blocks east, there’s a playground, too, along with access to the Starkweather Creek Path. The multiuse trail extends north across a sky bridge over Aberg Avenue and south through McCormick Park, where there’s a community garden and a fully fenced, shady dog park.
The signage for Washington Manor Park in the Eken Park neighborhood
A caterpillar sculpture/play equipment at Eken Park in Madison, WI.
The playground equipment at Washington Manor Park in Eken Park.
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Convenient everyday essentials
Residents can head to the Madison East Shopping Center, less than five minutes south across East Washington Avenue, for quick everyday errands. There’s a Walgreens and Dollar Tree, along with a comic book store, vet clinic and even a McDonald’s. On the west side of the shopping cluster, there’s also the Hawthorne branch of the Madison Public Library. For groceries, locals don’t need to venture much farther. Pick ‘n Save is just five minutes north across Aberg Avenue. Locals can stay close to home for good food, too. Ogden’s North Street Diner serves classic brunch favorites at the corner of Commercial Avenue and North Street. On the opposite corner, Tip Top Tavern is a popular spot to grab a burger and a beer.
The exterior of Tip Top Tavern, at the corner of North Street and Commercial Ave
Close-up detail of the beer tap handles at Tip Top Tavern's bar, in Eken Park.
Locals gather inside the Tip Top Tavern, a cozy bar and grill in Eken Park.
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Annual Eken Park Festival
Every summer, the community gathers on the 700 block of Mayer Avenue, outside The North Street Cabaret, for the Eken Park Festival. The event, organized by the Eken Park Neighborhood Association, has live music, street games, craft stations and even a children’s parade and the Madison Public Library Dream Bus. It’s designed not just to build community pride and bonds between neighbors, but to raise funding for the neighborhood association.
Commuting near and far
Stops along the City of Madison Metro Transit’s bus line are close at hand along North Street and East Washington Avenue, making it easy to jaunt around town even without a car. East Washington Avenue, which is also US Highway 151, is a major thoroughfare running along Eken Park’s southern edge that locals can take southwest to downtown. UW Health University Hospital and other amenities in downtown Madison are just under 6 miles southwest, a drive that only takes about 20 minutes depending on traffic. For residents who need to venture farther afield, the Dane County Regional Airport is just five minutes north of home. Milwaukee is a straight shot down Interstate 95, a 76-mile drive east that takes just an hour and a half from Eken Park.
Eken Park is served by Madison Metro.
With a short drive down East Washington Ave, Eken Park residents can reach downtown.
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Parks in this Area
Eken Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Carpenter-Ridgeway Park
Demetral Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Dog Park
Worthington Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Washington Manor Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
McCormick Park
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
5 min drive
Bus
Commercial & North (Wb)
Bus
E Washington & Aberg (Wb)
Bus
North & E Johnson (Sb)
Bus
E Washington & E Johnson (Wb)
Bus
E Washington & Milwaukee (Wb)
Bus
Packers & Commercial (Nb)
Bus
North & E Mifflin (Sb)
Eken Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Eken Park, Madison sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Eken Park, Madison over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home in the desirable Eken Park neighborhood is move-in ready and full of potential. Comfortable as-is, it also offers the opportunity to add your own personal touches over time. Currently leased through July 31, 2026, it provides steady income while you plan for future updates or owner occupancy. The spacious yard is ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply
Add a solid investment to your portfolio—or plan your future move! Both units are leased through July 31, 2026, providing steady rental income. Or, consider transitioning into one unit while the other helps cover your mortgage. Each bright, airy unit features 2 bedrooms with generous natural light. The shared basement includes separate, lockable storage areas, shared laundry machines with
Located in Eken Park, this home is modest in size but maximizes every square foot for a compact yet functional layout. The main floor offers a u-shaped kitchen and dining area with marble flooring, living room with oak floors, two bedrooms and one full bathroom. The second floor has a loft-style bedroom and full bathroom. The finished basement currently provides two bedrooms but was designed as a
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This 800 sq. ft. property at 413 Pawling St features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The living room offers ample space for relaxation and is designed for easy furniture arrangement. Each bedroom provides sufficient room for personal items and includes closet storage. The bathroom is equipped with standard fixtures and is conveniently located near the bedrooms. Additional amenities include dedicated
This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom property located at 209 Kedzie St offers 950 square feet of living space. The living room provides ample room for relaxation and entertainment, while the bedrooms are designed for comfort and privacy. The bathroom features standard fixtures and is easily accessible. Amenities include 1 available air conditioner for climate control and on-site laundry facilities.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,578
Median Age
40
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,488
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,968
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.4%
Advanced Degrees
19.7%
% Population in Labor Force
86.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
95/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
45/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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