Sunset Village Homes for Rent

Sunset Village, located in west Madison, Wisconsin, offers a residential retreat between Lake Mendota and Lake Wingra. The neighborhood features quaint 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 proximity to major roads. Home sizes average around 1,500 square feet, with prices ranging from mid-$300,000s to over $750,000. Sunset Village is adjacent to Hilldale Shopping Center, a high-end retail destination with stores like Macy’s, Anthropologie, and Lush, as well as dining options such as FreshFin and Muramoto. The area includes modest green spaces with picnic tables and recreational activities. Hoyt Park, the largest green space, offers hiking, wildlife watching, and sports facilities, while Quarry Park caters to mountain bikers. Other parks 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, which offer strong academic programs. The neighborhood hosts various events throughout the year, such as ice cream socials, Halloween parades, and the unique 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, with convenient RabbitTransit bus stops along the route.