Lake Edge Homes for Rent

Lake Edge, located along the eastern banks of Lake Monona in Madison, is a quiet residential community known for its proximity to outdoor attractions and amenities. The neighborhood features a mix of smaller homes, averaging around 1,450 square feet, which are priced below the median for Dane County, making it attractive to both first-time buyers and empty nesters. Lake Edge Park, a five-acre space with a pavilion, sports field, and play area, is a local highlight, while the nearby Monona Golf Course offers a well-kept, challenging layout. Residents also enjoy easy access to Olbrich Park, where they can rent boats, visit the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, and enjoy the Biergarten. Indoor activities include the Nerdhaven Arcade, Pinney Library, and the neighborhood YMCA. The northern and eastern borders of Lake Edge feature business districts with local favorites like Chief’s Tavern and Dairyland Family Restaurant. For groceries, Woodman’s Food Market is about a mile north. The East Side Club near Olbrich Park hosts community events with live music and fish frys. The neighborhood primarily consists of single-family homes built between the 1930s and 1980s, including ramblers, cottages, and Cape Cods, often on quarter-acre lots with mature trees. While most streets lack sidewalks, homes typically have driveways and some have garages. Children attend schools in the Madison Metropolitan School District, with La Follette High School being highly rated. Lake Edge is conveniently located, with downtown Madison just 10 minutes away and Dane County Regional Airport approximately 6 miles away.