Faircrest
Neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin
Dane County 53705
$529,135
Average Value
$224
Average Price per Sq Ft
Varied architecture along hilly, leafy streets
Faircrest houses are varied and distinct. Midcentury modern designs sit next to ranch homes and split-levels, with Colonial Revival designs also common. “Homes were mostly built in the 60s and 70s,” says Kietra Olson, a Realtor with Realty Executives Cooper Spransy. “There’s large lots and mature trees and lots of parks and green spaces.” Prices for single-family homes can range from $450,000 through $750,000. Condos are also available along Mineral Point Road, and these cost between $160,000 and $230,000. The hilly landscape offers both beauty and new challenges. “Because of the hills, we have had to deal with managing the water flows and the City of Madison has been working on a watershed project to help mitigate the higher levels of rainfall and flooding that we're starting to see as the climate becomes more volatile,” Magee says.
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Wild turkeys and other wildlife flock around Owen Conservation Park
Faircrest offers residents access to nature and wildlife. “The thing that I was really surprised to find when we moved in was how intimately close to nature we are,” Magee says. “On a daily basis there are flocks of turkeys parading down the street, jumping over fences in the backyard, and deer, coyotes, and hawks constantly in and out of the neighborhood as well.” Owen Conservation Park is home to almost 100 acres of oak savannah. Garner Park is known for its award-winning shelter, whose design was influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright, plus a scenic overlook, skating rink and pickleball courts. The Parkcrest Swim & Tennis Club, named in combination of the Parkwood Hills and Faircrest neighborhoods, is on Inner Drive. Membership is required for the club.
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Post-secondary options at Vel Phillips Memorial High
Elementary students in Faircrest who live east of Island Drive can attend Glenn Stephens Elementary, rated a B-plus by Niche. The rest of the neighborhood can attend John Muir Elementary, rated a B. Ezekiel Gillespie Middle School earns a B and Vel Phillips Memorial High School scores an A. Memorial offers competitive athletics, over two dozen AP classes and a range of other post-secondary preparation options. These include an information technology academy, Upward Bound, youth apprenticeships and internships. These schools are all walkable from some parts of the neighborhood.
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Annual Madison Opera at Garner Park hits the high notes
The neighborhood association hosts a series of events. “We have our annual Faircrest Halloween Fest and various local neighborhood socials but our proximity to Parkwood Hills means that we frequently attend each other’s events,” Magee says. “Parkwood Hills has an Easter Egg Hunt that my daughter has participated in since she could walk.” Garner Park also hosts an annual Opera in the Park event, in which Madison Opera puts on a free outdoor show in the summer.New rapid bus line speeds downtown via Mineral Point Road
Downtown Madison is 5 miles away and accessible via Mineral Point Road. There’s also a new express bus route; Madison Metro’s Bus Rapid Transit, or BRT, runs along Mineral Point Road with a stop at Island Drive and another at Rosa Road. For cyclists, the Southwest Commuter Path is a little southeast of Faircrest on the other side of Odana Road. UW Health’s University Hospital is under 4 miles away and the Dane County Regional Airport is 10 miles away.Oakcrest Tavern is a longtime institution
West Towne Mall is under 2 miles west of Faircrest, and Market Square Shopping Center is just across Mineral Point Road. While Madison’s west side is home to many chain restaurants, some local options do exist near the neighborhood. Oakcrest Tavern at the base of Rosa Road is a longtime institution for no-frills pub grub. Otto’s Restaurant and Bar serves Mediterranean fare in an 1870s farmhouse. Saigon Noodles on Odana Road specializes in Vietnamese cuisine. Hy-Vee on Whitney Way is the closest option for groceries at just over a mile away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Rachel Kvasnica
Rachel Kvasnica
RE/MAX Preferred
(608) 292-3696
96 Total Sales
2 in Faircrest
$122K - $515K Price Range
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Rena Ripp
Rena Ripp
EXP Realty, LLC
(608) 292-2468
149 Total Sales
1 in Faircrest
$211,500 Price
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Jon Vanden Brook
Jon Vanden Brook
First Weber Inc
(608) 292-3462
77 Total Sales
2 in Faircrest
$405K - $740K Price Range
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Jean Armendariz-Kerr
Jean Armendariz-Kerr
Mode Realty Network
(608) 292-5201
106 Total Sales
3 in Faircrest
$126K - $560K Price Range
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Tonya Thomsen
Tonya Thomsen
Modern Realty Partners LLC
(262) 592-5516
396 Total Sales
1 in Faircrest
$580,000 Price
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Devery Cash
Devery Cash
Keller Williams Realty
(608) 292-3846
93 Total Sales
1 in Faircrest
$468,500 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Owen Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
- Hiking
Garner Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Pickleball
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Faircrest | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Faircrest Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Faircrest, Madison sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Faircrest, Madison over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$626,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
391
Median Year Built
1966
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,669
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,457
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,154
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
894
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,795 - $2,895 per month
- Yorktown Estates
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 1,043+ Sq Ft
- 251 S Yellowstone Dr
- Madison, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,174
Median Age
43
Population under 18
16.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$75,735
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,907
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
60.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
30.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
46
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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