A golf course and a major university help shape this community’s persona
With an expansive golf course in its northwestern half and the University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum, just a mile east, Odana Hills provides its residents with ample recreational opportunities. The community is where suburban tranquility and urban convenience mingle and lush parks, community events and proximity to shopping centers define the area. Residents relish the diverse dining options along Odana Road. “It’s a quaint place that gets a lot of its personality from the university and outdoor recreation that’s wildly available here,” says Lisa Jackson, a Realtor with Keller Williams.
Odana Hills Golf course is the crown jewel of the neighborhood.
UW Arboretum is a great pace to see near Odana Hills.
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Small parks frame residential streets with a wide mix of architectural styles
The neighborhood’s residential streets are shaded by tall pines and maples, with small parks dotting the area. The Odana Hills neighborhood boasts a blend of architectural styles, predominantly featuring mid-century modern and colonial-inspired homes. Characterized by spacious yards and tree-lined streets, the area exudes a serene suburban atmosphere. Single-family homes in Odana Hills typically range from $300,000 to $600,000. There are also modest homes and common styles, including Cape Cod, ranch and bungalow, with a few larger colonial revivals sprinkled throughout. The neighborhood’s homes were built between the 1950s and 70s and primarily sit on quarter-acre lots.
Residents enjoy a jog along the Southwest Commuter Path.
Colonial/Cape Cod, ranch, and brick duplex, along a street in Odana Hills.
Kids can enjoy playground equipment at Zook Park, a smaller park tucked away in Odana Hills.
Here is the playground at the Odana Hills Park in the Odana Hills neighborhood of Madison, WI
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Local grocers and nearby larger retailers have essentials covered
Odana Hills residents can pick up their household essentials at Santa Maria Grocery at the south point of the neighborhood or travel 3 miles west for the larger selection found at Woodman’s Food Market. In Madison's Odana Hills neighborhood, residents enjoy diverse culinary options. Santa Maria Grocery offers an array of fresh produce and international delights. For a comprehensive grocery shopping experience, Woodman's Food Market provides an extensive selection of quality products. Whether seeking specialty items or everyday essentials, Odana Hills ensures a vibrant blend of grocery stores and restaurants to cater to diverse tastes.
The produce section inside Santa Maria Grocery Inc, a Mexican grocery store.
The store directory for several local businesses off Midvale Boulevard.
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Highly performing public and private schools are found in this Madison district
Cherokee Heights Middle School, Thoreau Elementary School and West High School are just a few of the educational institutions serving the neighborhood’s students. Local students may attend Cherokee Heights, where they can take unified arts classes from coding and robotics to orchestra. According to Niche ratings, Cherokee Heights earns a B grade while West High School boasts an A-plus grade, emphasizing its academic excellence and community support. Cherokee Heights Middle School and Thoreau Elementary School, which garnered an A-minus from Niche, were also recognized for their commitment to fostering a nurturing learning environment.
West High School with downtown Madison in the distance.
Parents of Dudgeon-Monroe can send their young children to Throeau Elementary School.
Cherokee Heights School is found off Midvale & Cherokee Drive.
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Road to health: University Hospital
For healthcare needs, the nearby University of Wisconsin Health University Hospital is accessible via Madison Metro Transit routes, particularly bus lines No. 6 and No. 10.
Tee times and parkland adventures
The neighborhood’s gem lies in its northwestern half with its expansive golf course and parkland. The Odana Hills Golf Course is a public 18-hole regulation course featuring rolling hills and picturesque ponds. In winter, the golf course is a prime spot for skiing and sledding. Cradling the golf course on both sides is Odana Hills Park where you will find soccer fields, tennis courts, playgrounds and a basketball court. Dividing the neighborhood’s residential streets from the golf course and parkland is the Southwest Commuter Path, a 5-mile bike path that spans north to downtown Madison and Lake Monona and south to the edges of the Dawley Conservatory.
This is the Odana Hills neighborhood of Madison, WI, showing various home styles and lot sizes
The playground equipment at Zook Park, a smaller park tucked away in Odana Hills.
This is the Odana Hills Golf Course in Madison, WI.
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Parks in this Area
Doncaster Park
Playground
Zook Park
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Odana Hills East Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Orchard Ridge Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Oak Park Heights Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Mohican Pass Triangle Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Garner Park
Basketball
Soccer
Pickleball
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
24 min drive
Bus
S Midvale & Nakoma (Sb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Odana Hills
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Odana Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Odana Hills, Madison sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Odana Hills, Madison over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 13% 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
880
Median Age
40
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$118,749
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,076
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
83.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
76/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 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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