Tiny, quiet neighborhood with lush green spaces outside Madison
Lush, wooded neighborhoods like Glen Oak Hills are ideal for those who want to live outside the noise of Downtown. Glen Oak Hills is roughly equidistant between Middleton and Madison, yet retains a level of convenience for day-to-day commutes and shopping. A short walk or bike ride north brings locals to the Blackhawk Country Club, which borders Lake Mendota. Green spaces and waterfront access are a big draw for prospective buyers. “That area is fantastic, there’s no question,” says James Stopple, President of Madison Property Management. Amid the tiny neighborhood’s residential streets sit homes from the early to mid-20th century priced below the national average, accompanied by a couple of parks. More than half a dozen public schools lie in each direction as residents drive outside the neighborhood.
Residents of Glen Oak Hills can often be seen biking along Old Middleton Road.
Glen Oak Hills is a modest neighborhood, just miles from Lake Mendota and downtown Madison.
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A day of play at one of Glen Oak Hills' parks
While the neighborhood has its fair share of flora, Glen Oak Hills Park is the most densely forested section. This nearly 8-acre green space offers a serene, shaded escape within walking distance for most residents. When folks need a break from work or homework, they head here to explore the scenic walking trails (some with creek views) or let the kids loose on the playground. The open-aired, six-acre Bordner Park adjoins the neighborhood to the west, offering basketball and tennis courts for athletically inclined residents. At the north end of the neighborhood rests Lake Mendota, a great way to beat the heat in the spring. Locals do take caution in the summer months, though, due to a buildup of algae growths. Owen Conservation Park invites further outdoor exploration, about three minutes west by car. Its 97 acres are filled with colorful wildflowers during the warmer months and over a mile of trails repurposed for cross-country skiing during snow season.
Bordner Park Glen Oak Hills is the most frequently used park in the area.
You can practice your tennis swing at Bordner Park in Glen Oak Hills.
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A weekend of grocery shopping, topped off with a meal at Oakcrest Tavern
The Oakcrest Tavern has been Glen Oak Hills’ trusty neighborhood watering hole for over 70 years. Locals visit this deceptively simple-looking restaurant on Old Middleton Road for its famous burgers, which are made of super lean ground beef sourced from “steak trimmings.” Its Friday fish fries are also a Madison mainstay. Other locally owned eateries near the neighborhood include Glass Nickel Pizza Co., which prides itself on fresh dough and sauce made on-site. More restaurants are available about three minutes east of the neighborhood at Hilldale Shopping Center. “Hilldale is a thriving mall,” Stopple says. “There are all kinds of retailers, clothing stores and dining options.” Glen Oak Hills is home to a unique Russian grocery store, International Market, just a few doors from Oakcrest Tavern. More extensive grocery selections are available at Metcalfe’s Market in the Hilldale Shopping Center, and Target is also across the street.
For elegant men's and women's styles, peruse Faherty's store near Glen Oak Hills.
Oakcrest Tavern in Glen Oak Hills is a longstanding staple for the neighborhood.
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Home buyers have various mid-century options in Glen Oak Hills
Glen Oak Hills comprises roughly 150 acres of western Madison, just south of both University Avenue and Lake Mendota. About 400 homes line its loosely gridded streets, which weave beneath and between dense clusters of tall trees. Many of the neighborhood’s 1,000 or so residents occupy houses from the mid-20th century. These include split-level and ranch-style homes — some single-level, others raised with lower-level garages. However, several residences date back to the 1930s or earlier, from one- and two-story Cape Cods to modest bungalows. Pricing begins at $325,000, which would fetch buyers a modest two or three-bedroom bungalow. A more spacious ranch-style or craftsman home inches closer to $450,000.
Glen Oak Hills houses cary in architectural style, including Farmhouse and Contemporary.
Bungalow-style homes are also not uncommon in Glen Oak Hills.
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Attending class in public school and beyond
Two public elementary schools with four-star ratings from the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction and B-plus grades from Niche serve Glen Oak Hills. Students in the neighborhood’s northern section attend Crestwood Elementary School, and Stephens Elementary School welcomes kids in the southern area. Spring Harbor Middle School gets a B overall. Memorial High has a four-star WDPI rating and an impressive A-plus from Niche. High schoolers might consider applying to the local University of Wisconsin-Madison for higher learning.
Memorial High School in Madison's west side offers a variety of extracurricular activities.
Parents may send their kids to Crestwood Elementary School.
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Navigating Glen Oak Hills
With University Avenue nearby, residents who work in downtown Madison have a convenient 15-minute commute. The Madison Metro Transit also has a bus line into Downtown, with just over a dozen stops along the way. This method of transportation takes about 40 minutes, so driving is still preferable for locals with their own vehicles. For extended trips, Dane County Regional Airport is just 13 miles away.
Commuting in Glen Oak Hills is a breeze, with both bus and bike being two alternate options.
Glen Oak Hills has access to several bus lines, many of which are on University Avenue.
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Parks in this Area
Indian Hills Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Rennebohm Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
Tennis
Owen Park
Trails
Parking Lot
Hiking
Bordner Park
Basketball
Soccer
Tennis
Spring Harbor Park
Basketball
Boating
Fishing
Garner Park
Basketball
Soccer
Pickleball
Glen Oak Hills Park
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
22 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glen Oak Hills
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glen Oak Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glen Oak Hills, Madison sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Oak Hills, Madison over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 87% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,027
Median Age
42
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.7%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,685
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,373
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.2%
College Graduates
69.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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