Fox Ridge
Suburban Neighborhood in Middleton, Wisconsin
Dane County 53562, 53717
Scenic waterfront activities for all seasons on two kettle ponds
From any street in Fox Ridge, residents are within walking distance of two scenic and wildlife-filled kettle ponds. The smaller of these, Tiedeman Pond, covers 25 acres and is encircled by a 1-mile walking and running trail. During warmer months, this nature preserve is home to such beautiful birds as herons, ducks, Canada geese and blue-winged teal, as well as wild muskrats and other ground-dwellers. But Tiedeman is at its most exciting when it’s cold, according to Mark Wegner of Middleton Parks and Recreation. “In the wintertime, when the ice is solid enough, we plow the snow off and use the pond for ice skating,” he says. “You also get some die-hards who will get some pickup hockey games going.” The neighborhood’s other water feature, Stricker Pond, also features a path on its perimeter. Both ponds sit adjacent to 10-acre neighborhood parks with basketball courts and play areas.Walk to some of the top-rated schools in the Madison area
Directly east of Tiedeman Pond is Elm Lawn Elementary, an easy walk or bike ride for many of the neighborhood’s young students. Part of the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District, ranked by Niche as the best school system in the Madison area, both Elm Lawn Elementary and Kromrey Middle hold an A rating. Middleton High receives a perfect A-plus score and is known for its STEM programs, including a youth apprenticeship that teaches career skills to students.
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No two of Fox Ridge’s established homes are alike
Fox Ridge is made up of single-family homes on winding residential streets lined by sidewalks and densely populated by mature trees. An established neighborhood with a firmly-rooted feel, new constructions aren’t common around here. Most houses were built between the 1960s and the ‘80s, with more recent builds dated around the mid-2000s. With this neighborhood’s continued growth over time, there’s a home for every taste and every budget, ranging from ranch-style homes to split-levels to spacious contemporary designs. Some houses sell below $225,000 and others for above $800,000, but the median home is priced at about $525,000, enough to purchase a four-bedroom, two-story home.A short commute into Madison
Via Route 14 on the western border of the neighborhood, commuters can reach downtown Madison in approximately 10 miles or about 15 to 25 minutes depending on traffic. Metro Transit bus stops along Park Street also run to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, including its hospital system, and the Wisconsin State Capitol. To the northeast, on the opposite side of Lake Mendota, Dane County Regional Airport is reachable in 25 minutes by car.
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Take a stroll to downtown Middleton businesses
Whether still in school or well into retirement, everyone in Middleton loves celebrating their birthday at Nitty Gritty. This small Wisconsin chain restaurant (the area’s self-proclaimed “Official Birthday Place”) specializes in honoring their diners’ days, treating each one to a birthday mug filled with free drinks. Other popular Middleton dining spots are within easy reach, as downtown sits directly to the north. Residents can walk to Capital Brewery or Grace Coffee Co., both of which serve signature brews in relaxed settings. There’s a handful of local restaurants to choose from, but those who prefer to cook at home can grab groceries at Willy Street Co-op close by. Bigger-name shopping and dining lies just across the highway at Greenway Station, from major retailers like Marshall’s and World Market to chain eateries like Jersey Mike’s and Cold Stone Creamery. During summer, vendors sell homemade goods and fresh produce at a Thursday farmers market in the parking lot.
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Written By
Elliot Schorr
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Keith McNeely
Keith McNeely
First Weber Inc
(608) 544-8509
115 Total Sales
1 in Fox Ridge
$550,000 Price
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Devery Cash
Devery Cash
Keller Williams Realty
(608) 292-3846
92 Total Sales
1 in Fox Ridge
$680,000 Price
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Eric Reusch
Eric Reusch
Responds QuicklyBunbury & Assoc, REALTORS
(608) 292-5166
35 Total Sales
1 in Fox Ridge
$112,000 Price
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Rachel Kvasnica
Rachel Kvasnica
RE/MAX Preferred
(608) 292-3696
96 Total Sales
1 in Fox Ridge
$208,500 Price
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Daniel Tenney
Daniel Tenney
Responds QuicklyMHB Real Estate
(608) 292-3550
1,992 Total Sales
11 in Fox Ridge
$191K - $552K Price Range
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Cheng Real Estat Group
CG
Cheng Real Estat Group
Responds QuicklyReal Broker LLC
(608) 292-4108
386 Total Sales
2 in Fox Ridge
$163K - $220K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Hillcrest Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Stricker's Pond
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Stone Horse Green
- Picnic Area
- Amphitheater
- Multi-Purpose Field
Quarry Skate Park
- Skateboard
- Parking Lot
Stricker Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Woodside Heights Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fox Ridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fox Ridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fox Ridge, Middleton sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fox Ridge, Middleton over the last 12 months is $556,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$540,000
Median Sale Price
$556,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$562,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
331
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
0.60
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,038
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,788
Median Age
44
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$103,571
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,099
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
69.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
36''
Average Winter Low Temperature
11°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
57''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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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Wexford Village
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Parkside Heights
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