Prairie Hills
Neighborhood in Madison, Wisconsin
Dane County 53711
A mix of housing options offers plenty of choices for buyers and renters
Prairie Hills has a mix of residential options, including apartments, duplexes, condos and single-family homes. Of the latter, common styles include Colonial Revival and ranch styles, and the occasional bi-level or Cape Cod. Most residential streets are lined with sidewalks with mature trees providing shade. Garages accompany most homes, but street parking is also available. Recently, parts of the neighborhood have seen an uptick in demand. “It’s definitely seen an increase in value, especially the further back you go away from Raymond Road,” says Mary Browning, a broker associated with Compass Realty. “I think that this is one of those hidden gem neighborhoods that is really going to see an appreciation in their housing values because of its central location.” Prices range from $350,000 to $485,000 for single-family homes, while condos usually cost between $240,000 and $350,000. “This is a great place for first-time homebuyers and younger people,” Browning says.Disc golf, sledding and trails at 250-acre Elver Park
Several tiny parks dot Prairie Hills and the surrounding neighborhoods, including Hidden Park, Big Slide Park and Tiny Park. While modest, these pocket parks provide small playgrounds and other amenities to nearby residents. “I love that there is always a park within walking distance,” Hamann says. Larger local parks include Lucy Lincoln Hiestand Park and Waltham Park. Elver Park, one of Madison’s largest, contains over 225 acres of woods, prairie and green space, with trails, an 18-hole disc golf course, sports facilities, and winter amenities such as an ice rink and one of Madison’s most popular sledding hills. Vitense Golfland has indoor and outdoor options for regular and mini golf. “You have to mention Vitense,” Hamann says. “They have two outdoor and one indoor 18-hole mini golf courses.” Golf.com rated Vitense as the best mini golf in Wisconsin.2024 referendum devotes millions to school updates
Neighborhood students are zoned for two elementary schools based on location. Prairie Hills students north of Raymond Road can attend Milele Chikasa Anana Elementary School, rated a B-minus by Niche. Anana feeds into Gillespie Middle School, which earns a B. Huegel Elementary serves students south of Raymond Road and is graded a B-minus. Huegel feeds into Akira Toki Middle School, also rated a B-minus. Both middle schools feed into Vel Phillips Memorial High School, which scores an A. “They’re nice, high-quality public schools. And Madison just passed a huge referendum to further fund the schools,” Hamann says. The referendum, passed in November 2024, includes over $500 million toward school updates and renovations.Neighborhood 4th of July parade brings back former residents
The neighborhood association hosts local events such as a park clean-up and summer ice cream socials. “There’s a wonderful, hyper-local thing in the neighborhood where every 4th of July, people who live there — and people who moved away even come back for this — host a parade where kids decorate their bikes,” Hamann says.Central location close to the Beltline and Verona Road
Part of Prairie Hills’ appeal is its central location. The neighborhood is about 2 miles from the Beltline Highway. Raymond Road slices through the neighborhood and links up with Verona Road/U.S. Route 18, providing access to Epic Systems, the Madison area’s second-largest employer. UW Health’s University Hospital is 6 miles away, downtown Madison is 7 miles away and the Dane County Regional Airport is 17 miles away. Buses run along McKenna Boulevard, Putnam Road and Raymond Road.Woodman’s Food Market is a favorite for groceries
Shoppers in Prairie Hills are close to West Towne Mall, under 3 miles away up Gammon Road. Woodman’s Food Market is also on Gammon. “You are two minutes from Woodman’s, one of the best grocery stores in town,” Browning says. Dining options are varied, too. “Laredo’s Mexican Restaurant is popular,” Hamann says. “Glass Nickel for pizza is a classic. Oh, and Saigon Noodles on Odana Road. We love Saigon Noodles.”
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Ty Phelps
Photography Contributed By
Scott Mason Bittinger
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kelley Muselman
Kelley Muselman
Realty Executives Cooper Spransy
(608) 292-6215
93 Total Sales
2 in Prairie Hills
$289K - $427K Price Range
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Sona Olson
Sona Olson
Real Broker LLC
(608) 292-3957
59 Total Sales
1 in Prairie Hills
$411,000 Price
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Jed Burk
Jed Burk
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
(612) 482-5484
27 Total Sales
1 in Prairie Hills
$215,000 Price
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David Perry
David Perry
Badger Realty Team
(708) 722-7173
3 Total Sales
1 in Prairie Hills
$234,000 Price
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Anthony Schey
Anthony Schey
Lakeplace.com/Dane Arthur Real Estate Agency
(608) 292-3809
47 Total Sales
1 in Prairie Hills
$353,000 Price
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Eric Reusch
Eric Reusch
Responds QuicklyBunbury & Assoc, REALTORS
(608) 292-5166
35 Total Sales
1 in Prairie Hills
$270,000 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
Waltham Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Elver Park
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
- Soccer
Lucy Lincoln Hiestand Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Prairie Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Prairie Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prairie Hills, Madison sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Prairie Hills, Madison over the last 12 months is $390,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$392,450
Median Sale Price
$390,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$420,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$237,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$240
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
764
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,868
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,542
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,250
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,085 - $1,950 per month
- Heather Downs Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 1815 Brittany Place
- Madison, WI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,446
Median Age
35
Population under 18
27.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,499
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,449
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.8%
College Graduates
45.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.8%
% Population in Labor Force
79.4%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34
/ 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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