Homes on Madison's East Side

Many Madison home buyers prefer the location, neighborhoods, and affordability of the city’s east side. Real estate in this area includes homes in established neighborhoods with long-standing neighborhood associations, newer construction homes, and condos in younger subdivisions. Washington Avenue, a major traffic artery, is lined with numerous shops and restaurants and is home to East Towne Mall, Madison’s largest shopping destination.

Looking for an east side condo? Browse our east side condo guide for an introduction to 15 different developments on this side of town.

East Side Madison Real Estate Listings

81 Properties Found. Page 1 of 14.
Photo of Listing #1973044
New Listing

4209 Maher Avenue, Madison

$390,000 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,490 Sf

MLS® # 1973044, 0 days, Active

Photo of Listing #1971672
Open house

Scheduled Open House Open House Date: 2024-03-21 Open House Time: 4:00-6:00

New Listing

1529 Twilight Trail, Madison

$450,000 - 3 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,020 Sf

MLS® # 1971672, 0 days, Active

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New Listing

322 Alton Drive, Madison

$450,000 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,577 Sf

MLS® # 1972614, 2 days, Active

Photo of Listing #1972899
New Listing

501 Valley Road, Madison

$499,900 - 4 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,787 Sf

MLS® # 1972899, 3 days, Active

Photo of Listing #1972965
New Listing

5619 Golden Dusk Parkway, Madison

$614,900 - 4 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,400 Sf

MLS® # 1972965, 3 days, Active

Photo of Listing #1972781
New Listing

3913 Jenna Drive, Madison

$374,900 - 3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1,732 Sf

MLS® # 1972781, 4 days, Offer-Show

East Side Price & Inventory Statistics

Current Listings

  • With Accepted Offers: 29
  • Without Accepted Offers: 52
  • Total Active Listings: 81
  • % with Accepted Offers: 36%
  • Months of Inventory: 1.0

Sold 03/19/2023 - 03/19/2024

  • Total Sold Listings: 610
  • Highest Sold Price: $657,278
  • Lowest Sold Price: $105,500
  • Average Sold Price: $356,740
  • Median Sold Price: $428,500

* Source: IDX Active & Sold Listings

* Property Types: Single Family, Condo

More about East Madison, WI Real Estate

Parks and green space comprise much of the east side and are a focal point of many neighborhoods. Parks in this area include Elvehjem, Acewood, Sycamore, Heritage Prairie, Heritage Heights, Heritage Sanctuary, and several dozen other outdoor venues that feature bike paths, playgrounds, and conservation areas.

Many of Madison’s most active neighborhood associations reside on the east side. Fourth of July parades, Easter egg hunts, Halloween bonfires, winter celebrations, park clean-ups, summer picnics, and other annual events bring neighbors together and promote a strong sense of community.

Choosing Real Estate on Madison’s East Side

The east side is "vintage Madison," with neighborhoods that have planned community events throughout the year. The Heritage Heights neighborhood, located in the heart of the east side, is a classic example. Just to the south of Heritage Heights are the Elvehjem and East Buckeye neighborhoods, both with very active associations. Other Madison east side neighborhoods with active associations include the Rolling Meadows, Sprecher East, and McClellan Park neighborhoods.

Homes on the east side of Madison date back to the classic eras of the 1950s and 1960s, with some neighborhoods offering inventory from a more recent vintage. Affordability is easy on the east side, where many homes are available for less than $250,000. Madison’s east side also features a wide selection of condo inventory, with many condos selling for well under $200,000.

View our East Side Neighborhood Profiles

We've compiled a one-of-a-kind guide to each of the neighborhoods listed below. The guides include property information, parks and nearby attractions, school details, and more!

We are here to help you buy or sell a house on the east side of Madison, WI. Create a custom home search to find more properties for sale in this area. Contact us online or by phone at 608-852-7071 for a free consultation about buying or selling on Madison's east side. Happy home hunting!

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