Why Live in Sunset Hills
Sunset Hills, located on Madison’s west side, is a suburban neighborhood just 3 miles from downtown and under a mile and a half from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Known for its convenient location, Sunset Hills is close to the university hospital and retail options along University Avenue. There are even more shopping options with Hilldale Shopping Center, Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s all within a short distance. The neighborhood features a variety of parks, including Reservoir Park and Hoyt Park, which offer playgrounds, hiking trails, picnic shelters and sports fields. Henry Vilas Park and Zoo, just over 2 miles east, has more outdoor recreation with a beach for swimming, piers for fishing and a free zoo. The area is characterized by its midcentury modern homes, including contemporary, split-level and ranch-style houses from the 1950s and ‘60s. Some houses were designed by Marshall Erdman, a colleague of Frank Lloyd Wright. Sunset Hills is part of the Madison Metropolitan School District, with highly rated schools such as Midvale Elementary, Hamilton Middle and West High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Hills a good place to live?
Sunset Hills is a good place to live. Sunset Hills is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Sunset Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.8 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $145,026 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 73.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Sunset Hills are home owners, with 7% of residents renting and 93% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sunset Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sunset Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Sunset Hills, WI a safe neighborhood?
Sunset 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 Sunset Hills?
The median home price in Sunset Hills is $834,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $167,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,120 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $177K a year to afford the median home price in Sunset Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Sunset Hills is $145K.
What are the best public schools in Sunset Hills?
The best public schools that serve Sunset Hills are:
What are the best private schools in Sunset Hills?
The best private schools that serve Sunset Hills are:
- Wingra School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Edgewood Campus School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
- Edgewood High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
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Home Trends in Sunset Hills, WI
On average, homes in Sunset Hills, Madison sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset Hills, Madison over the last 12 months is $862,500, up 46% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$862,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$750,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$342
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$834,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
8%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
46%