Lake View Hill is a quiet North Side Madison neighborhood
"Mature homes, mature trees, mature neighborhood," is how Michael Maziarka, a buyer’s agent with Realty Executives Cooper Spransy, describes the Lake View Hill community. "A lot of other places that are closer to the Capitol or on the isthmus are buzzing, and there's a higher density of restaurants and bars, but this neighborhood is just quiet; it's very family-oriented," says Maziarka. Spots to eat, such as Jiffy Lube, popular for its donut and chicken offerings, are just a short drive away, but it's the neighborhood's calm vibe and properties that really attract prospective residents. Generously spaced homes— often Cape Cods or ranch-style dwellings— give a classic suburban feel to the community. Less than 10 miles from downtown Madison, the neighborhood is perhaps best known for its namesake green space: Lake View Hill Park, offering views of Lake Mendota and (allegedly) haunted grounds.
Lake View Hill residents pride themselves on the upkeep of their yards.
Lake View Hill has a variety of housing, starting in the 200s for price.
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This tree-covered community has midcentury homes
Lake View Hill’s houses were mainly built in the mid-1900s and reflect popular housing styles of the period: Cape Cod and ranch-style homes are particularly popular here. There are some Craftsman designs and bungalows also scattered around the community. Home prices range from about $160,000 to $460,000. On the lower end of the scale are often some townhouses and dwellings in need of renovation, while larger, mid-century constructions can go for price points in the mid-$400,000 range. Properties typically sit on spacious, wooded yards that add to the tranquility of this community. Tall trees establish a shady canopy over the streets, which don’t typically have sidewalks but are wide enough for walking, driving and parking alike. Because of the neighborhood’s hills and slopes, some residences have basement garages.
Spacious lot sizes attract prospective residents to Lake View Hill.
Lake View Hill's western portion also has some larger homes, with prices up to the mid-400s.
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Lake View Hill Park is the neighborhood's namesake
The 27-acre Lake View Hill Park serves as the neighborhood’s recreational centerpiece. Lake-filled views greet those who journey up the hill— one of the highest points in the city— and on snowy winter days, sledders race their friends down the steep slopes. “Lake View Hill Park is one of the more unique parks in our system,” says Dane County Parks Director Joleen Stinson. She says the property “also has a significant cultural, historical component.” The park is home to the former Lake View Sanatorium, admired by thrill-seekers who believe the grounds are haunted. Maziarka says people spend time outside at the nearby Cherokee Marsh State Natural Area, which spans over 240 acres and features wooded hiking trails where birdwatchers look for vibrant indigo buntings and ponds popular for fishing. Other nearby recreational options include the public Bridges Golf Course and Warner Park, where locals turn out in droves every summer to watch the Madison Mallards play baseball.
The old sanatorium building at Lake View Hill Park has a gorgeous fountain.
Lake View Hill also has access to Warner Park, a sprawling conservation and recreational area.
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Madison Metropolitan School District is one of the largest in Wisconsin
Children can enroll in the Madison Metropolitan School District, one of the largest districts in the state. The elementary school they attend depends on their addresses, but one option is Lake View Elementary School, graded C-plus by Niche. It's known for its array of outdoor offerings, including a garden. Students can continue to C-plus-graded Black Hawk Middle School, which emphasizes a Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) outlook. Students can finish up their schooling at B-plus-rated East High School. The school features Dual Language Immersion (DLI) courses in Spanish and English and offers electives including graphic design and accounting. For post-secondary education, Madison College and the University of Wisconsin-Madison are less than 6 miles away.
Lake View Hill tenns attend Madison East High School, the oldest public school in the city.
Many Lake View Hill children attend Lindbergh Elementary School.
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Downtown, major employers and more are close to home
Lake View Hill is around 6 miles from the heart of Madison and is easily accessible via Sherman Ave, which provides easy access to some of the county’s largest employers, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison and UW Health. The community is just a 2-mile drive via Lake View Avenue from the Dane County Regional Airport. Residents can sometimes hear planes, but most of the area still receives active Sound Scores instead of busy ones. Though most people in Lake View Hill drive to get around, they can also take advantage of the Metro.
Lake View Hill is close to Warner Park, which has become a popular biking spot.
The B Metra line runs through Lake View Hill, and provides far-reaching public transit.
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Beef Butter BBQ and Northside Farmers’ Market offer great dining
Nearby shopping malls, like the Northside Town Center, give residents easy access to chain and local eateries. The award-winning, Texas-inspired Beef Butter BBQ is best known for its mouth-watering brisket, but side options like jalapeno cornbread have also proven to be favorites. The center is especially busy on Sunday mornings from May through October during the Northside Farmers' Market. For year-round pantry staples or produce during the market’s off-season, the neighborhood’s local grocery store, Willy Street Co-op, offers a wider selection of goods.
Maziarka recommends a nearby restaurant called Jiffy Lube. While it shares a name with the automotive chain, this spot is known for coffee, donuts and crispy chicken sandwiches instead of tire changes. “It's a fun place to meet friends, hang out and get whichever one of those things you're hungry for,” says Maziarka.
Beef Butter BBQ near Lake View Hill serves freshly smoked meats daily.
You can find locally-sourced produce at Willy Street Co-Op in Lake View Hill.
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Parks in this Area
Lake View Hill Park
Warner Park
Northland Manor Park
Whitetail Ridge Park
Windom Way Park
Basketball
Playground
Parking Lot
Berkley Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
6 min drive
Bus
N Sherman & Lake View (Sb)
Bus
N Sherman & Sunfield (Sb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lake View Hill
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lake View Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lake View Hill, Madison sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Lake View Hill, Madison over the last 12 months is $325,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
304
Median Year Built
1955
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,721
Below the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,658
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
688
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,887
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,275
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
35.8%
Advanced Degrees
16.3%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
75.5%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 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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