Tenney-Lapham Homes for Sale

Tenney-Lapham is a neighborhood in Madison with diverse housing styles. It offers early 20th-century Craftsman, American Foursquare and Tudor single-family homes, as well as newer high-rise apartments along East Washington Avenue. The neighborhood is highly walkable and bike-friendly, with quiet, tree-lined streets and proximity to the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Tenney Park, a nearly 40-acre green space, offers access to Lake Mendota and the Yahara River, with amenities like a playground, athletic courts and ice-skating during the winter. Giddings Park and Reynolds Field provide additional outdoor activities. Local shops and dining options are concentrated on East Johnson Street, including long-standing businesses like Burnie’s Rock Shop and Spruce Tree Music & Repair, as well as cafes like Johnson Street Public House and Cargo Coffee. The neighborhood association hosts events such as the Taste of Tenney and Party in the Park, fostering a strong community spirit. Tenney-Lapham is well-connected by Madison Metro buses and bike paths, with downtown Madison less than 2 miles away and the Dane County Regional Airport 6 miles away.