Why Live in Cherokee Park
Cherokee Park has a quiet, suburban feel about 20 minutes from Downtown Madison. The neighborhood is surrounded by natural beauty on the far north side of town, including the Yahara River, nature preserves and a country club. While there’s no retail in the neighborhood, nearby Sherman Avenue connects residents to restaurants, shops and services just a short drive away. Most homes were built between the 1960s and 1980s, giving the area strong midcentury character. Townhouses and condos in the Cherokee Garden Condominiums typically range from the mid‑$100,000s to the mid‑$400,000s. The condo community is known for its well‑kept grounds, outdoor pools and direct access to nature. Single‑family homes — mostly ranch-style and split‑level — have recently sold from the mid‑$400,000s to the mid‑$700,000s. Many properties in the Burning Wood area offer Yahara River frontage. With a median sale price of around $290,000, Cherokee Park is competitively priced and appeals to buyers seeking space and long‑term investment potential. Outdoor recreation is a major draw to the area. Cherokee Marsh Conservation Park offers over 2,000 acres of wetlands to explore, with boardwalks and frequent wildlife sightings. A smaller riverside park is popular for kayaking, fishing and playground time. Next door, TPC Wisconsin gives golf lovers access to a PGA-run 18‑hole course. The airport is 3 miles away, and the Wisconsin State Capitol is a 20-minute drive. Students can attend the Madison Metropolitan School District, with private and charter options nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cherokee Park a good place to live?
Cherokee Park is a good place to live. Cherokee Park is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Cherokee Park is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Cherokee Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.2 people per acre and a median age of 63. The average household income is $111,058 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 56.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Cherokee Park are home owners, with 6.2% of residents renting and 93.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cherokee Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cherokee Park neighborhood guide.
Is Cherokee Park, WI a safe neighborhood?
Cherokee Park, WI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cherokee Park?
The median home price in Cherokee Park is $284,950. If you put a 20% down payment of $57,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.38%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,420 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $61K a year to afford the median home price in Cherokee Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Cherokee Park is $111K.
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Home Trends in Cherokee Park, WI
On average, homes in Cherokee Park, Madison sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Cherokee Park, Madison over the last 12 months is $285,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$285,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$585,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$269,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$190
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$284,950
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%