Why Live in Sunset Village
Sunset Village, located in west Madison, Wisconsin, is a residential community between Lake Mendota and Lake Wingra. The neighborhood features Cape Cods and Colonial Revival homes, with some Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired Prairie-style and midcentury modern houses. Streets are lined with mature trees, providing a quiet, forested atmosphere despite its proximity to major roads.
Sunset Village is next to Hilldale Shopping Center, a high-end retail destination with stores like Macy’s, as well as dining options such as FreshFin and Muramoto. The neighborhood includes green spaces with a variety of recreational activities. Hoyt Park is the largest and offers hiking trails, wildlife watching and sports facilities. Quarry Park caters to mountain bikers. Other spaces like Sunset Park and Lucia Crest Park provide playgrounds and picnic areas.
Families have access to highly rated schools, including Midvale Elementary, Hamilton Middle and West High. The neighborhood hosts various events throughout the year, such as ice cream socials, a Halloween parade and the Hoyt Park full moon owl walk. Sunset Village is about 15 minutes from Capitol Square via University Avenue and 25 minutes from Dane County Regional Airport. RabbitTransit buses are also available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Village a good place to live?
Sunset Village is a good place to live. Sunset Village is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Sunset Village is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Sunset Village has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $104,604 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 76% of residents. A majority of residents in Sunset Village are home owners, with 41.1% of residents renting and 58.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Sunset Village can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Sunset Village neighborhood guide.
Is Sunset Village, WI a safe neighborhood?
Sunset Village, WI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sunset Village?
The median home price in Sunset Village is $560,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $112,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,730 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $117K a year to afford the median home price in Sunset Village. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Sunset Village is $105K.
What are the best public schools in Sunset Village?
The best public schools that serve Sunset Village are:
What are the best private schools in Sunset Village?
The best private schools that serve Sunset Village are:
- Edgewood Campus School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- Wingra School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- 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 Village, WI
On average, homes in Sunset Village, Madison sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Sunset Village, Madison over the last 12 months is $589,500, up 18% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$589,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$590,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$364
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
46
Median List Price
$560,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%