Shonas Highlands
Neighborhood in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
Dane County 53590
Nineties construction shows off varied architectural styles
Homes in Shonas Highlands were constructed in the 1990s. “It’s been 30 years since Shonas Highlands was built, so the trees are mature now, and there’s nice walking paths all around,” Deadman says. The neighborhood holds a CAP Index crime score of 1, significantly lower than the national average of 4. Some homes have Colonial Revival designs. New Traditional and ranch homes are other common styles. “A variety of builders built these homes, so they don’t all look the same,” says Kathy Abraham, a broker and Realtor with Stark Company Realty who also lives in Shonas Highlands. Prices range from $500,000 to $735,000, though there are exceptions: one large custom home sold for nearly $1 million in 2024.
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Token Creek Conservancy feeds the Yahara River Watershed
Residents can wander down to Shonas Highlands Park to walk or bike on the paved path through a small wooded patch or visit Orfan Park for the playground or tennis courts. Token Creek Conservancy offers hiking trails and space for a picnic or wildlife spotting. The namesake creek feeds the Yahara River, connecting Lake Mendota, Monona, Waubesa and Kegonsa in and around Madison. Disc golfers can play the 27-hole course at nearby Token Creek County Park. Marcus Palace Cinema is on Hoepker Road, and provides an indoor recreation option during cold winters.
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Dual Credit options at newly built Sun Prairie West High
Students in Shonas Highlands can attend Token Springs Elementary, which Niche rates an A-minus. Patrick Marsh Middle School and Sun Prairie West High School earn a B. Sun Prairie West opened its doors to students in 2022, once Sun Prairie’s population grew to the point where the city needed a second high school. West offers a range of dual enrollment options via Madison College, including a Certified Nursing Assistant program. Other dual credit courses include horticulture, marketing and education.
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Groundhog has the mayor’s ear at annual event
Sun Prairie hosts a farmers market on Saturday mornings. It is held outside at Cannery Square in downtown Sun Prairie from May through October before moving inside the Westside Community Services Building from November through April. Sun Prairie also has an annual Groundhog’s Day event. According to Deadman, Jimmy the Groundhog bit the mayor’s ear in 2015, causing a bit of a media sensation. Each August, people come to celebrate the Sweet Corn Festival, which serves over 80 tons of sweet corn grown in Wisconsin. “The Sweet Corn Festival is the biggest thing each year,” Deadman says.
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Walkability and straightforward commuting options
Residents can use neighborhood sidewalks and paths to get around on foot or bike. “I think the walkability to schools is wonderful,” Abraham says. Downtown Madison is 15 miles away via U.S. Route 151, which turns into East Washington Avenue and runs directly to Madison’s Capitol Square. University of Wisconsin Health’s East Madison Hospital is about 6 miles away, and the Dane County Regional Airport is about 10 miles southwest of Shonas Highlands. Interstates 90 and 94 slice through the area between Madison and Sun Prairie, about 5 miles from the neighborhood. “It is easy to commute in any direction from here,” Abraham says. “It’s a great part of Dane County.”Buck and Honeys is a favorite Sun Prairie restaurant
Grand Street on Sun Prairie’s west has grown significantly in the past few decades. “Every possible store you could want or need is on Grand Avenue now,” Deadman says. These include Target, Costco and Woodman’s Food Market. Downtown Sun Prairie is also thriving. “I would say our most popular restaurant here in Sun Prairie is Buck and Honey’s,” Abraham says. “It’s only a few minutes’ drive from Shonas.” Other spots include Swagat, which serves Indian cuisine, or coffee shop Beans n’ Cream. The closest grocery store is Metro Market on the corner of Windsor and Grand avenues.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angi Ackard
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Angi Ackard
EXP Realty, LLC
(608) 292-2278
72 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$625,000 Price
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Gabriell Hamele
Gabriell Hamele
First Weber Inc
(608) 440-8217
75 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$945,000 Price
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John Reuter
John Reuter
Integrity Homes - Real Broker LLC
(608) 292-2510
94 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$542,000 Price
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Samiera Kookasemkit
Samiera Kookasemkit
Sprinkman Real Estate
(608) 888-2715
23 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$590,000 Price
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Shelley Lazzareschi
Shelley Lazzareschi
Responds QuicklyRealty Executives Cooper Spransy
(608) 292-6389
251 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$420,000 Price
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Todd Mulhern
Todd Mulhern
Responds QuicklyRestaino & Associates
(608) 292-4120
246 Total Sales
1 in Shonas Highlands
$560,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Token Creek County Park
Shonas Highlands Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Shonas Highlands | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shonas Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shonas Highlands, Sun Prairie sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Shonas Highlands, Sun Prairie over the last 12 months is $590,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$599,950
Median Sale Price
$590,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$597,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$177
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
164
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2002
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,601
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
818
Median Age
39
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,368
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,225
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
66.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
16.4%
% Population in Labor Force
79.3%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 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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