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Sharon and its old-fashioned downtown are surrounded by farmland
Surrounded by nothing but miles of farmland, Sharon is a small town with two restaurants, an ice cream shop and brick, Victorian storefronts with decorative arched windows and other ornate details. “If you have breakfast at the diner, you’ll find everyone knows everyone else. It’s like something out of an old movie,” says Kristin Stahulak, a Realtor with Keller Williams of Walworth County. “If someone’s looking for quiet, rural and old-fashioned with a small-town feeling, that is Sharon. Little old-fashioned towns like that are getting harder and harder to find.” Though it’s the epitome of small-town America, Sharon is between Milwaukee and Madison, the state’s capital and its largest city.
Homes in Sharon have a quiet, rural feel.
Residents come to Sharon for the small town vibes.
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Original Victorian, Craftsman homes surrounded by farm-style properties
Sunlight peeks through the foliage of mature, leafy trees that shade green lawns in Sharon’s central village. Vast farm fields surround these verdant residential areas, comprising Sharon outside of its small, central stretch of businesses. Sidewalks recount the area's history as they pass by Craftsman, Victorian and national folk-style houses built between 1900 and 1920. These homes often come with barns, sheds and more than a third of an acre of property, ranging from $200,000 to $325,000. Farmhouses on the outskirts of the village with barns and stables on about 3 acres of land or more fetch anywhere from $365,000 to $700,000.
Sharon has original Victorian and Craftsman homes surrounded by farm-style properties.
Victorian homes are shaded by leafy green trees.
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Locally owned restaurants contribute to Sharon’s old-time feel
A nostalgic downtown with a handful of local eateries anchors Sharon. “It’s a little slower-paced, and you almost feel like you step back in time,” Stahulak says. “They’re not big on bringing in the chains. You’re not going to see Starbucks or Chipotle [Mexican Grill]. It’s more small, locally owned businesses.” Coffee Cup Cafe serves Swedish pancakes and other classic breakfast dishes, like Denver omelets and country-fried steak and eggs. Grill masters tend to various smoked meats on the patio behind Pat's Brew & ‘Que, while locals enjoy burgers and barbecue inside, under buck skulls and antlers mounted on wood-paneled walls. A collection of cement benches and wrought iron chairs outside Myrt’s Ice Cream Shoppe invites customers to enjoy their confections outside. Grocery stores, like Daniels Foods, can be found in Walworth, about 9 miles away.
Enjoy burgers and barbecue at Pat's Brew & 'Que.
Residents grab their essentials at Daniels Foods for groceries.
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Equidistant from Madison and Milwaukee, the state’s largest cities
Sharon is equidistant from the two largest cities in the state. Interstate 43 leads to Milwaukee, which is about 65 miles away. United States Route 14 intersects with Interstate 90, which drivers can take to Madison, roughly 65 miles away as well. Downtown Chicago is about 90 miles away via Interstate 90. While no public transit services stop directly in Sharon, Metra’s Union Pacific Northwest rail line picks passengers up in Harvard before departing toward Chicago’s West Loop. The closest commercial flights leave from Chicago Rockford International Airport, which is approximately 40 miles away.
Sharon’s Roun’da Manure Bicycle Tour
The town’s annual bike tour includes four different routes, looping to Darien, Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Poplar Grove and Shopiere and back. Its unique name evolved from randonneur rides, originally organized for cyclists qualifying for the Paris-Brest-Paris event, as well as the dairy country they were held in.
Sledding in Ray-Mar Park and gaga ball at Goodland Memorial Park
Three community green spaces are scattered throughout Sharon. Ray-Mar Park is a popular destination for sledding once snow blankets the town, though its playground gets use year-round. Goodland Park also has a play area, in addition to horseshoe pits and a sandy pit for gaga ball. A gazebo stands behind Sharon’s Veterans Memorial, where stone placards honor locals who served in several wars in the center of town.
The student body at Big Foot High School gets involved
Children in the neighborhood may begin their educations with prekindergarten through eighth grade at Sharon Community School, which receives a B-minus from Niche. They may then move on to Big Foot High School, which also scores a B-minus. The high school offered 12 Advanced Placement courses in 2024 and maintains 25 co-curricular activities, including three different choirs, three different band ensembles as well as clubs for archery, art and equestrian activities. More than 81% of students participated in two or more activities during the 2024 calendar year.
Big Foot High School in Sharon, Wisconsin, is a public secondary school serving grades 9–12, known for its strong academic programs and vibrant extracurricular activities.
Big Foot High School scores a B-Minus on Niche.
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On average, homes in Sharon, WI sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Sharon, WI over the last 12 months is $265,000, up 26% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Spacious home in the heart of Sharon! Large eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, living room and back room used as a family room, plus a 1st floor bedroom or office with an attached 1/2 bathroom. First floor laundry and hook ups for 2nd floor laundry as well. 2 pantry areas off the kitchen. 3 bedrooms up and a full bathroom. Tons of space inside and out on almost 1/2 acre lot.
Welcome to 239 Nelson St in Sharon, WI! Pride of home ownership shines through this homea well-kept 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom with bright, inviting spaces and thoughtful updates. The main floor features updated windows and an eat-in kitchen with newer appliances. Flexible dining/den, comfortable bedrooms, and ample storage add everyday ease. Outside, a large beautiful yard with amazing landscaping is
VRP Pricing - $615,000-$635,000. Interesting possibilities w/this 5 AC in rural Walworth Cty. 3/4 bdrm, 2 ba home w/numerous updates. Seller currently runs his business from this loc & the property also serves as a hobby farm - Sellers have 4 horses & 2 donkeys. The home is very nice w/a sunrm which leads to the wraparound dk, pool & hot tub. The main fl also features a nice kit (appl incl), din
Come make yourself at home in Sharon. This 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch with full basement is waiting for it's new owner to add their personal touches. Enjoy sledding, frisbee golf and more at Ray-Mar park which is almost right in the backyard!
Nestled in a beautiful country location, Prairie Landing offers all the amenities today's renter seeks in a quiet, rural atmosphere. Located in historic Sharon, WI Prairie Landing is within 20 miles of Lake Geneva, Darien, Delavan, and Beloit. Get away from the higher rent prices of the surrounding cities all while staying just minutes away from work or play. Pet owners, come check out our brand
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