Reedsburg, Wisconsin, home to 10,000 Wisconsinites
Reedsburg, Wisconsin, was colonized by Europeans in 1844 for its abundant natural resources like lumber. By the late 1800s, the development of the city’s downtown area attracted breweries, hotels and textile mills were established before the 20th century. In May of 1887, with a population of roughly 1,700 people, Reedsburg was officially incorporated as a city. Today, the city’s 10,000 residents are mostly employed by manufacturers like Grede, Nuk USA and Seats, Inc. “There’s a pretty decent industrial area that provides a lot of employment,” says Ryan Olson, General Contractor and Realtor with Evergreen Custom Builders and Evergreen Realty. “And there’s a lot of people in building trades since we’ve seen a lot of new construction in recent years, and we’re near several lakes where people build second homes.”
Reedsburg's economy was built on agriculture and manufacturing industries.
Reedsburg continues to grow, with many new homes being built.
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Median home price below the national median
Older single-family homes with less than 1,000 square feet can start around $75,000, while more modern properties with over 2,000 square feet can surpass $600,000. With homes dating back to the early 1900s, styles range from ornate Victorians to modern, ranch-style craftsman homes. The median home price is around $290,000, just over half the national median. “It’s a relatively strong market, but more affordable than if you start moving toward Madison,” Olson says. “Every step closer to Madison takes you up in price point.”
Well-maintained, affordable ranches are popular among Reedsburg residents.
Reedsburg’s large contemporary homes are surrounded by the beauty of dense old-growth trees.
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B-rated Reedsburg School District
The Reedsburg School District earns an overall B on Niche and maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with just over 2,600 students. The district has two elementary schools, one intermediate school, one middle school and one high school. The Madison Area Technical College provides post-secondary students with over 190 training programs specializing in technical career fields like architecture, welding and others.
Children are offered a great education at Reedsburg Area High School.
In just an hour’s drive from Reedsburg, Madison Area Technical College provides higher education.
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Close to Devil’s Lake State Park
The oldest of Reedsburg’s 18 parks, City Park features sidewalks, picnic shelters and play equipment. Public spaces include a dog park on the city’s eastside, a swimming pool and splash pad, riverside hiking trails and a large disc golf course. Adding to the city’s inventory of parks, lakes across the region are popular outdoor destinations for camping and fishing. Devil’s Lake State Park is roughly 20 miles east, and Buckhorn State Park is about 30 miles north on the shores of Castle Rock Lake.
Webb Park in Reedsburg has a well maintained play set for kids to enjoy anytime.
The playground at Willow Park is a favorite for kids in Reedsburg.
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Downtown characterized by local shops and restaurants
East Main Street is the main artery of downtown Reedsburg, which hosts restaurants that serve American fare, deli sandwiches, Chinese food and more. Local shops downtown include a bookstore, a pet supply store, a tabletop game store and more. Grocery store options include Jams 2 Bent and Dent, La Bombita and Viking Village Foods. Large chains like Walmart are 16 miles east in Baraboo.
Main Street is the heart of downtown Reedsburg, with many local shops and restaurants.
Family-owned Viking Village Foods offers daily groceries for Reedsburg residents.
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The Butterfest and other events
From the 1960s through the 1980s, Reedsburg’s local milk processing plant produced more butter than any other region in the world. Since then, Reedsburg has celebrated its status as the “Butter Capital of the World” with the annual Butterfest, a week-long festival featuring arts and crafts, live music and food from local vendors. The Reedsburg Community Fly-In, Drive-In Pancake Breakfast has been a community staple for more than 70 years. The event helps raise funds for local charities and celebrates the history of aviation with live music, plane rides and historical displays. “For a pretty reasonable ticket price, you can fly up and see the city from above,” Olson says. “It’s where I had my first plane ride as a kid.”
West of Interstate 90
Reedsburg is about 60 miles northwest of Madison, and the closest interstate is Interstate 90, 12 miles east. The closest commercial airport is the Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, or residents can head 140 miles east to the Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport. While there is no public transportation in Reedsburg, the city’s residential streets are lined with sidewalks for residents who would rather not drive for short trips.
Well-prepared for snow
Reedsburg crime rates tend to be lower than state and national averages, and there have been no significant changes in rates over a 5-year period. Data shows that the city has better air quality than most of Wisconsin’s other cities. Reedsburg summers are warm, and rains can bring flooding concerns, while winters mostly bring snow and freezing temperatures. Though annual snowfall averages just over 20 inches, the city clears roads quickly, and snow rarely interrupts daily life.
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