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Charming residential enclave near downtown Madison
A charming main street and an eclectic selection of houses on quiet tree lined streets give the neighborhood of Vilas a small town feel while still being a short drive from the busy streets of downtown Madison. The sought-after neighborhood is located under 2 miles from downtown, but there is an abundance of locally-owned shops and dining options nearby to save the trip. Anchored by an expansive namesake park complete with a public zoo and beach areas, the community offers a mixed bag of ways to spend the day.
Vilas is am upscale community in West Madison.
Vilas has a vibrant arts culture, as evidenced by its many arts and crafts shops.
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Variety of classic homes with great curb appeal
Along residential streets named after US presidents you can find a variety of houses built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries with homes ranging from Victorian homes with great curb appeal for $670,000 to Queen Annes, craftsman’s and Tudor styles. Homes don’t stay on the market often, and home prices have recently range from the mid-500s to $1.1 million and higher for spacious updated homes.
Cottage and Cape Cod-style homes are also common in Vilas.
Tudor-style houses are scattered about the Vilas neighborhood.
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Annual events to meet your neighbors
There are plenty of events held in the neighborhood throughout the year for residents to meet their neighbors. Kick off the summer with the annual Vilas Summer Party or watch some fireworks during the 4th of July parade. Residents can also enjoy food and drinks while showing off their costumes during Halloween trick or treating.
Traverse the scenic bridges at Vilas Park in West Madison.
Families congregate at Henry Vilas Zoo during all months of the year.
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Madison Metropolitan Schools
Local students may attend nearby schools such as Randall Elementary School which has an A rating from Niche and has served Madison families for over a century. After graduating from Randall Elementary, Hamilton Middle School is next up, which also has an A Niche grade and offers Academic and Career Planning that helps students set early goals for life after graduation. Madison West High School has a 10-out-of-10 GreatSchools rating for student progress. West High School has an Early College STEM Academy that allows students to earn college courses through Madison College.
Wingra School in West Madison is located at 718 Wingra Street.
Parents of Vilas can send their kids to Randall Elementary School.
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Vilas Park
The southern region of Vilas is home to the expansive Vilas Park. Sitting on the northern shores of Lake Wingra, the park is home to tennis courts, a basketball court and a playground along with the public zoo and beach that lie within its borders. The Henry Vilas Zoo allows visitors to walk through a variety of habitats to view animals like lions, lemurs, capybaras and polar bears. The park is also home to a lakeside beach where you can lounge on the sand, go for a refreshing swim or launch your kayak for a day out on the water. A short walk to the east you can cast a line at the Wingra Dam fishing pier.
Vilas Park has several miles of walking paths.
You can see residents of Vilas out and about at Vilas Park.
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Monroe Street local shops and eateries
On Monroe Street, the neighborhood’s northwestern border, you will find a large selection of local shops and restaurants. Mickies Dairy Bar, a local favorite for breakfast, provides patrons with dishes from savory egg scrambles to stacks of sweet and fluffy pancakes that can be enjoyed in the diner’s retro atmosphere. Traveling further down the road you will find Pizza Brutta where you can enjoy their woodfire pizzas made with house made mozzarella. For a sweet treat, you can stop by Bloom Bake Shop where you can enjoy their cupcakes, doughnuts and freshly baked bread. Booklovers can visit Mystery to Me to pick up one of the newest releases or a timeless classic. Across the street, locals can pick up their groceries at the conveniently located Trader Joe's.
Visit Sunne Boutique near Vilas for all of your boutique clothing needs.
Mickie's Dairy Bar in Vilas is a long-running favorite for breakfast meals.
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Proximity to downtown
Residents are less than 2 miles from all of the action in downtown Madison, and there’s plenty of public transportation around as well, giving them plenty to do before heading back home along Vila’s quiet tree lined streets.
GreatSchools:
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Vilas
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Vilas Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Vilas, Madison sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Vilas, Madison over the last 12 months is $945,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Madison’s premier location, next to Camp Randall and minutes from downtown. Surrounded by outstanding Vila's and Regent neighborhoods. Walk to many restaurants, bars, the Kohl Center, parks and lakes. Two blocks from Trader Joe’s, on the city bike path and bus line. Located adjacent to the new Crazy Legs park.
Available August 15, 2026 Charming 2BR Near UW Madison, Steps from Monroe StreetLive in one of Madison's best and most walkable neighborhoods, steps from UW Madison and Trader Joe's. This 2-bedroom apartment sits right off Monroe Street's shops and restaurants, with campus, Camp Randall, and Vilas Park all close by.THE APARTMENT- 2 spacious bedrooms- Comfortable,
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