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Emerson East offers vintage homes close to downtown Madison
Emerson East, in Madison's Near East section, combines competitively priced, vintage homes with easy access to downtown and major highways. Homes built in the 1920s and 1930s to house industrial workers have been restored and sit behind tree-shaded sidewalks and near bike lanes. The community hosts joint events with neighboring Eken Park, while Demetral Park has activities for every season. Landmarks like the Wisconsin State Capitol and the Dane County Regional Airport are less than 3 miles away.
Burr Jones Park is on E. Washington St in Madison.
Emerson East is growing with new construction.
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Why Emerson East’s housing scene stands out among its neighbors
The neighborhood’s median home sale price of $400,000 makes it a less pricey alternative to Downtown Madison —with a median of $480,000—and Tenney-Lapham to Emerson East’s south. While Eken Park to the north has a lower median sale price of $345,000, Emerson East makes up for its relatively higher prices with home sizes. “In Emerson East, even though it’s only a block or so away, there are a little larger homes, a lot more two-stories,” says Matt Deadman, a real estate agent with Real Broker LLC and broker-owner of Matt Deadman Homes. Bungalows, ranch-style properties and Arts and Crafts residences are most common in Emerson East. One to three-bedroom properties tend to sell from the low $200,000s to the mid-$500,000s, while four to five-bedroom homes go from the low $400,000s to the low $600,000s. Emerson East remains a haven of affordability and a small arts scene, even as the East Side of Madison – and especially neighboring Atwood – is experiencing major redevelopment. “With those homes being much more expensive, it’s kind of shifted into the neighboring neighborhoods, with Emerson East being first,” Deadman says.
A variety of traditional and brick bungalows are found throughout Emerson East.
Cape Cod-style homes are not uncommonly seen in Emerson East.
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Students can walk to their public elementary and high schools
Students in Emerson East can attend the Madison Metropolitan School District, including Emerson Elementary School and the highly rated East High School, both within the neighborhood. Wisconsin’s school choice policy means that students can also apply to attend other Madison public schools, magnet programs, charter schools or voucher-backed private schools.
The signage and side entrance for Emerson Elementary School in Emerson East.
The entrance and signage for Madison East High School in Emerson East.
Sherman Middle School has a C+ rating according to Niche.
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Demetral Park offers sledding, sports and more
Demetral Park takes up much of Emerson East’s western border, and it includes several baseball diamonds, football and soccer fields, volleyball courts, and an off-leash dog park within its 50 acres. The park’s Caterpillar Hill includes a ridgeline trail, and it’s popular for sledding during the winter. Within five blocks, residents also have access to the playground at Eken Park, the East Madison Little League ballfields and the Starkweather Creek Path for cycling and jogging.
The playground equipment at Demetral Field, in the Emerson East neighborhood.
Burr Jones Park in Emerson East features open grassy fields and a basketball court.
Demetral Field in Emerson East hosts three baseball diamonds.
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Diverse dining and grocery options surround Emerson East
Emerson East is surrounded by local restaurants with all types of dishes and atmospheres:
Mint Mark specializes in small plates, and it’s open for suppertime on weekdays and from breakfast to dinner on weekends
El Sabor de Puebla serves Mexican classics like torta sandwiches and burritos.
Emerson East’s North Street boundary has its own selection of local favorites.
Ogden’s North Street Diner is a brunchtime go-to.
Dexter’s Pub frequently hosts trivia nights and Friday fish fries.
Grocery options within five blocks include Pick ‘n Save, the Jenifer Street Market and Superette.
Ogden's North Street Diner serves breakfast and brunch six days a week in Emerson East.
Dexter's Pub in Emerson East has both a dining and bar area for patrons to relax in.
Walmart is just a short drive from Emerson East.
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Emerson East and Eken Park collaborate on community events
The East End has long been known for its arts scene, even as the community continues to evolve. “This area used to have a ton of artist studios, and now it’s become more glassy and corporate,” says Stuart Meland, a Realtor with Mad City Homes. “There’s still a bit of a grungy, artistic vibe, but with all the new development, it’s got a very cool, very diverse character now, too.” The neighborhood’s arts scene is on full display at the Emerson East/Eken Park Art Walk each September. Emerson East and Eken Park’s joint neighborhood association also hosts the Eken Park Festival every August, putting food vendors, live music and children’s activities at the small Eken Park. The North Street Neighborhood Association helps residents connect through monthly meetups at Dexter’s Pub.
The small Eken Park offers ample space for hosting a variety of community events.
The sandy back patio of Dexter's Pub in Emerson East has ample space to socialize.
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Emerson East is connected by bike lanes, bus routes and highways
Plenty of bike lanes and sidewalks make Emerson East an easy place to navigate on foot. “People can still walk to Ogden, still walk to Tip-Top. There’s a few other restaurants that would be even closer,” Deadman says. “East High School and Emerson Elementary are right there.” Conveniences outside the neighborhood are also easily accessible, as Emerson East is:
3 miles from both downtown and the Dane County Regional Airport
4 miles from UnityPoint Health – Meriter Hospital
U.S. Highway 151 runs along Emerson East’s eastern border, carrying both drivers and Metro Transit buses downtown and beyond.
Emerson East, facing Northwest with Demetral Park showing.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Emerson East Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Emerson East, Madison sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Emerson East, Madison over the last 12 months is $410,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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