Why Live in Prairie Hills
Prairie Hills in Madison offers a variety of residential options, including apartments, duplexes, condos, and single-family homes, with Colonial Revival and ranch styles being common. The neighborhood features tree-lined streets with sidewalks, and most homes have garages, though street parking is also available. The area has seen an increase in demand, particularly away from Raymond Road. Local parks such as Hidden Park, Big Slide Park, and Tiny Park provide small playgrounds, while larger parks like Lucy Lincoln Hiestand Park and Elver Park offer extensive green spaces, trails, and sports facilities. Vitense Golfland, known for its mini golf courses, is a notable attraction. Shoppers have access to West Towne Mall and Woodman’s Food Market, both under 3 miles away. Dining options include Laredo’s Mexican Restaurant, Glass Nickel Pizza, and Saigon Noodles. The neighborhood association hosts events like park clean-ups and summer ice cream socials, and a 4th of July bike parade. Prairie Hills is centrally located, with the Beltline Highway 2 miles away, downtown Madison 7 miles away, and Dane County Regional Airport 17 miles away. Public transportation is available on McKenna Boulevard, Putnam Road, and Raymond Road. Students attend Vel Phillips Memorial High School, which has a high rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prairie Hills a good place to live?
Prairie Hills is a good place to live. Prairie Hills is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Prairie Hills has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $96,449 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 45.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Prairie Hills are home owners, with 43.3% of residents renting and 56.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Prairie Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Prairie Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Prairie Hills, WI a safe neighborhood?
Prairie Hills, WI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Prairie Hills?
The median home price in Prairie Hills is $473,800. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Prairie Hills. The average household income in Prairie Hills is $96K.
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Home Trends in Prairie Hills, WI
On average, homes in Prairie Hills, Madison sell after 139 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Prairie Hills, Madison over the last 12 months is $448,000, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$448,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$448,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$400,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$260
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median List Price
$473,800
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%