Real Estate & Homes for Sale in Glendale, Madison

Madison’s Glendale features wide, tree-lined streets and spacious lawns. The area predominantly consists of ranch-style homes, with some bungalows and split-levels, many of which have attached garages and generous backyards. While sidewalks are limited to major roads like Monona Drive and Pflaum Road, the streets are wide and quiet. Residents enjoy ample outdoor space, including Edna Taylor Conservation Park, which has trails and wildlife, and the nearby Aldo Leopold Nature Center, which offers monthly guided nature walks. About 2 miles west, Winnequah Park features the “Dream Park” play structure and access to Lake Monona for canoeing and kayaking. Dining options are plentiful along Monona Drive and Broadway, with local favorites like Salvatore’s Tomato Pies and the Red Rooster jazz club. Glendale is well-connected, with major thoroughfares like U.S. Route 51 and Monona Drive providing easy access to downtown Madison, about 7 miles away, and the Dane County Regional Airport, 6 miles north. Glendale’s proximity to Monona makes it easy to attend events at Olbrich Gardens and seasonal activities like the Biergarten at the Beach series.