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Richland Center blends natural beauty with local pride
Upon driving into Richland Center, people are greeted with a sign and a motto that perfectly sums up the area's draws: Hometown Charm. Natural Beauty. "We're in the heart of the driftless area of Wisconsin," says Jasen Glasbrenner, economic development director for Richland Center. "So, rolling hills, trout streams and the Pine River are all elements of living here." The county seat of Richland County is quiet, remote and far from any major city, bringing its small group of residents close together. "We're a community with only about 5,000 people," Glasbrenner says. "We're very rural, so it's about as secluded as you can get in southwest Wisconsin." Despite the city's size, it's the birthplace of significant people and major movements, including Frank Lloyd Wright and Wisconsin's largest women's suffrage group. It’s the little details like those and the beauty around them that make Richland Center’s residents proud of their hometown.
Richland Center sits on rural land, and buyers can explore farm options.
Residents can find larger homes along calm streets in Richland Center.
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Older homes dominate, but new housing options are in progress
Gridded residential streets fan out from the downtown center, lined with sidewalks and old homes. Cape Cods, bungalows, early 1900s cottages and manufactured homes sell for $80,000 to $180,000. American Foursquares, simple Victorians, bi-levels and ranch-style homes range from $180,000 to $300,000. New Traditional homes and farmhouses, while less common, are in subdivisions away from the area's center. They sell for $320,000 to $730,000. New development has slowed significantly in the past few decades, but the city is working to increase availability. "We're trying to expand housing so that the people who want to relocate here find it easier to do so," Glasbrenner says. "We're supposed to be receiving 90 new apartment units here in the next year and a half, and we're in the middle of a negotiation process to develop an area with eight duplexes." According to First Street, homes are at major risk from flooding, and additional insurance may be required.
Richland Center has tree-lined streets where walkers can enjoy peaceful strolls.
Victorian homes sit on quiet lots, and buyers can explore unique home styles.
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Athletic courts and green spaces surround the Pine River
Hiking and biking trails wind around the county, passing by steep hills and deep river valleys that the driftless region is known for. Campgrounds, public rifle ranges and fishing spots along the Pine River are nearby, and Richland Center has ample space for recreation. "We are way over the national average for park space and public property for our size," Glasbrenner says. North Park and Krouskop Park are the biggest parks, connected by a walking bridge over the river. Between the two, there's a fishing dock, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, a disc golf course and athletic courts for tennis, basketball, pickleball and volleyball. At Krouskop Park, residents can check out the historical marker for the birthplace of Ada James, a suffragette who helped lead Wisconsin to be the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment in 1919. Woodman Aquatic Center renovated and re-opened 2020, further expanding the area's recreation options. "Many people come to our community to use it because it has a lazy river and a waterslide," Glasbrenner says.
North Park has baseball fields for seasonal sports and outdoor recreation.
Pier County Park has hiking trails where residents can enjoy the views.
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Students can mix virtual and in-person classes
Richland Center Primary School teaches kindergarten through second grade and is rated C by Niche. Richland Center Intermediate School and Richland Center High School, which enrolls students from seventh grade on, each earn a C-plus. The district offers an online learning curriculum called H.I.V.E., which stands for home-based, instructor-facilitated, virtual education. Wisconsin's Statewide public school open enrollment program allows children to apply to public schools outside their designated district.
Richland Center Intermediate School is a well-rated school in Richland Center.
Richland Center High School is just minutes away, offering convenient access for local families.
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Downtown has restaurants, shops and a long-running farmers market
Main Street and Court Street intersect, creating a downtown area with office buildings, restaurants and local shops. The Richland Area Farmers' Market has been running downtown for over 50 years, with vendors selling fresh food, flowers, baked goods and herbs on Wednesday afternoons. Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant is a laid-back spot with classic menu items, like fajitas, tacos and enchiladas. Around the community are hardware stores, auto dealers, dollar stores and Walmart. "If you didn't want to leave Richland Center, I don't believe you'd have to, Glasbrenner says. "When you have a Walmart Supercenter in town, you've pretty much got everything."
Downtown Richland Center is nearby and visitors can browse local stores.
Red Door Gallery is a popular store for residents in Richland Center.
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Most people work locally due to limited transit and distant cities
Wisconsin state Highway 80 and U.S. Route 14 are the city's two main roads. Madison is about 60 miles east. Because Richland Center is far from other communities, most residents live and work in town. "Our hospital [Richland Hospital] is a major employer. As are our school district and the Walmart," Glasbrenner says. Dane County Regional Airport in Madison has domestic flights, and Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport is about 144 miles away.
Richland Hospital is nearby for medical care here in Richland Center.
Richland Center sits about 65 miles from Dane County Regional Airport, a key domestic hub.
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On average, homes in Richland Center, WI sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Richland Center, WI over the last 12 months is $193,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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High Point Land Company is honored to present this beautiful 114.14+/- acre slice of Driftless Area landscape. This remarkable property is located between Richland Center and Muscoda, Wisconsin. Featuring two strategically placed watering holes, it provides an essential element to the local wildlife. The layout encompasses eight dedicated food plots, thoughtfully positioned to attract and sustain
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Come home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath property tucked away on a quiet street just minutes from downtown Richland Center. You'll love the character throughoutoriginal oak floors, detailed wood trim, and a beautiful open staircase that anchors the space. The main level offers one bedroom, a kitchen loaded with storage, formal dining and living rooms, a cozy den with a gas fireplace, a full
WILD TURKEY GLEN: Richland Center's newest subdivision featuring 1+ acre lots with with views of the countryside, choices include level to gentle sloping lots with East, West and South facing exposure, new blacktop cul-du-sac road. Located just outside the City limits past Quail Run Golf Course off of County Hwy Y. Be the first and pick your location.
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Updated 2 bedroom apartment located near downtown Richland Center. This unit is has one bedroom downstairs and one bedroom and bathroom located upstairs and is quite spacious. All utilities are included in the rent. We cannot allow pets. Call for an appointment to see this unit.
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