$400,149Average Value$228Average Price per Sq Ft0Homes For Sale
Quiet, expansive vibe within fast-growing Sun Prairie
The Renstone neighborhood in central Sun Prairie gives off the vibe of a classic American suburb. Characterized by ranch-style homes with tidy lawns on spacious lots, and tall but well-spaced trees that give the neighborhood an expansive, open feel. Sun Prairie lies about 12 miles northeast of Madison and is one of the fastest-growing parts of the metro. Renstone residents can access those growing amenities while enjoying the mellow atmosphere of a 1970s suburb. A neighborhood park and Sun Prairie’s highly rated school district round out the key elements of this location.
Spacious lots and ranch-style homes
Renstone is largely comprised of ranch-style homes with well-maintained lawns, creating a spacious, expansive feeling. Homes usually have attached garages. Colonial Revivals are less common but still notable. Most were constructed in the 1970s and 80s. Sun Prairie has grown rapidly in recent decades and is now home to several neighborhoods built more recently than Renstone. “It’s a newer development than, say, Royal Oaks,” says Matt Deadman, a Realtor and broker with Real Broker LLC. “But it’s certainly not the most expensive neighborhood in Sun Prairie anymore.” Prices range from $325,000 to $475,000.
You can find a variety of architectural styles in Renstone including Colonial Revival.
Single story ranch homes line some of the streets in the Renstone neighborhood.
1/2
Trade skill courses available at Sun Prairie East High
The Sun Prairie School District is one of the more highly rated districts in the Madison area and earns an A-minus from Niche. “The school district is a big part of the growth,” says Taylor Brown, the economic development director with the City of Sun Prairie. “It’s welcoming and accommodating, and lots of languages are spoken here.” Bird Elementary scores a B-minus from Niche. Patrick Marsh Middle School earns a B and Sun Prairie East High earns an A. Sun Prairie East offers art, music and trade skills courses, AP classes and an early college partnership program with Madison College.
CH Bird Elementary School is a PK-5 public grade school with an overall B- rating on Niche.
Sun Prairie East High School is a beautiful campus located just south of downtown Sun Prairie.
1/2
Close to Sun Prairie’s recent growth with access to Madison
Renstone is centrally located within Sun Prairie. “In terms of proximity and location, it’s very good,” Deadman says. “You can easily access highways 19, 151 and C. You can get to downtown Madison.” Downtown Madison is about 12 miles southwest. Highway 19 connects with Interstates 90 and 94 about 5 miles west of Sun Prairie, useful for trips to Milwaukee, Chicago or Minneapolis. The Dane County Regional Airport is 10 miles southwest. UW Health’s East Madison Hospital is under 7 miles away. Madison buses also serve Sun Prairie, with stops along Windsor Street at Renstone’s southern border.
Winter ice skating at the neighborhood’s Renstone Park
Residents can head to Renstone Park to play basketball, enjoy the playground, or skate on the ice rink in winter. During warm summer days, Prairie Athletic Club has an outdoor water park that’s a popular destination, though club membership is required. For nature hikes, camping or a round of disc golf at the 27-hole course, Token Creek County Park is just west of Sun Prairie, about 5 miles from Renstone.
Families enjoy the maintained outdoor ice rink at Renstone Park in the winter season.
Families use both the indoor and outdoor facilities at Prairie Athletic Club near Renstone.
1/2
Buck N Honey’s and Sal’s Tomato Pies are two nearby local eateries
Renstone’s central location allows for convenient access to Sun Prairie’s shopping and dining scene. To the west, along Grand Avenue, is a booming set of new developments highlighted by chain restaurants and big-box stores such as Target, Costco and local grocery chain Woodman’s Food Market. The closest grocery option is Metro Market, a little over 2 miles from Renstone. Sun Prairie is also home to local restaurants like Buck N Honey’s, which serves upscale pub fare and weekend brunch, and Sal’s Tomato Pies.
Renstone is a short trip over to get pizza and drinks at Sal's Tomato Pies restaurant and bar.
Renstone residents head over to Metro Market for their weekly grocery trips.
1/2
Groundhog’s Day and Sweet Corn Festival among long-running Sun Prairie traditions
Renstone residents can enjoy two of Sun Prairie’s most notable events. In winter, a long-held Groundhog’s Day celebration has been recently expanded into the multi-day Frozen Fest, which culminates in Jimmy the Groundhog’s annual prediction. This usually goes off smoothly, though Jimmy did bite the mayor’s ear in 2015, causing a bit of a stir. In the summer, the Sweet Corn Festival serves up over 80 tons of Wisconsin sweet corn to thousands of participants.
Hundreds gather for the annual Groundhog Day prognostication in Sun Prairie.
Families line up to watch the dog sled demonstration during Frozen Fest.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Mikayla M Elliott,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Renstone Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Picnic Area
Token Creek County Park
Transit
Airport
Dane County Regional/Truax Field
17 min drive
Bus
Windsor & Broadway (Wb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Renstone
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Renstone Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Renstone, Sun Prairie sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Renstone, Sun Prairie over the last 12 months is $468,000, up 160% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$480,000
Median Sale Price
$468,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$468,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
160%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$228
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
185
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Months of Supply
0.00
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Mikayla M Elliott,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
769
Median Age
39
Population under 18
25.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$92,601
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,153
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
52.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
12°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
59''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
