The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 53582 sells for about $444,000, or $246 per square foot.
Prices are up +6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 39 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $890 a month.
ZIP 53582 — Ridgeway
The housing market in ZIP 53582 remains competitive, characterized by steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. Demand is supported by the area's strong economic ties to Madison and its appeal to families, though high interest rates continue to influence buyer activity.
This area is ideal for family buyers and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools and convenient access to the Madison employment core.
Median prices moved up 6.0% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 39 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
14% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.9% · poverty 11.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 53582, Dane County WI
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the area are generally low and stable, consistently ranking favorably compared to the broader Madison metropolitan region.
The area is served by highly-rated public schools within the Sun Prairie Area School District, which is recognized for its strong academic performance and modern facilities.
The region faces moderate risks related to severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with standard flood and wind insurance coverage recommended for property owners.
The area benefits from significant economic momentum driven by its proximity to Madison's major employers, including healthcare, education, and technology sectors, alongside steady residential development.
Property taxes are assessed at the local municipal and county levels, with rates determined by the annual budget requirements of the school district, city, and Dane County.
Residents typically enjoy a straightforward commute to downtown Madison via major highway corridors, with average travel times remaining competitive for the region.
The area features extensive park systems, walking trails, and proximity to local golf courses, with convenient access to shopping and dining districts within a 3-mile radius.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, with rents showing a consistent upward trajectory due to limited supply.
The local economy is anchored by the broader Madison metro area, with significant employment in healthcare, state government, and the growing technology sector.
The area is primarily served by regional highway networks, with limited public transit options connecting to the Madison urban core.
Development plans focus on expanding residential capacity and improving infrastructure to support the growing population.
The Dane County Assessor's office manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system to ensure equitable tax distribution.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county levies, and municipal assessments, with occasional special utility district fees.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners are advised to maintain coverage for regional weather-related hazards.
The state continues to see positive net domestic migration, driven by the appeal of the Madison metro area's quality of life.
Wisconsin is a judicial foreclosure state, requiring court intervention for the foreclosure process.
Sellers are required to provide a comprehensive real estate condition report disclosing known material defects to potential buyers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov using ZCTA 53582 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
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- Tyrol Basin4.510.4 mi
- American Players Theatre4.910.2 mi
- Wisconsin Riverside Resort, Inc.4.412.3 mi
- Buck & Honey's - Mt Horeb4.712.3 mi
- The House on the Rock4.610.4 mi
- Cave of the Mounds4.78.5 mi
- Governor Dodge State Park4.76.6 mi
- Taliesin4.810.7 mi
- Tyrol Basin4.510.4 mi
- Taliesin4.810.7 mi
- Taliesin Preservation: Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center4.710.7 mi
- Black Earth Children's Museum4.715.2 mi
- Hyde's Mill4.75 mi
- Pendarvis | A Wisconsin Historical Site4.513.5 mi
- Cave of the Mounds4.78.5 mi
- Governor Dodge State Park4.76.6 mi
- Blue Mound State Park4.77.1 mi
- Tower Hill State Park4.410.7 mi
- Brigham County Park4.78.5 mi
- The House on the Rock Resort4.19.9 mi
- Deer Valley Golf Course4.53.6 mi
- Crazy Frank's Flea Market4.412.8 mi
- Blain's Farm & Fleet4.16.4 mi
- Peck's Farm Market East4.411.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major community park known for hosting local events and recreational activities.
A popular local course serving the community with well-maintained facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.