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Jefferson, WI

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A delightful riverside community with easy access to Wisconsin’s biggest cities

Small Town Commuter River Affordable

Jefferson is a small city located roughly halfway between Madison and Milwaukee, just south of Interstate 94. Spanning the confluence of the Rock River and the Craw Fish River, Jefferson is effectively split into three sections, with much of the town’s commercial activity clustered together along Main Street on the east bank. This district features a charming assortment of cafes, specialty shops, and other storefront businesses housed in beautiful historic buildings, forming a popular hangout for locals.

Jefferson is widely known around the region as the home of Jefferson County Fair Park, which hosts festivals, flea markets, car shows, and countless other community events in addition to the fair itself. With a local rental market featuring a broad range of apartments, condos, and single-family homes, with terrific options available for every taste and budget.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Jefferson, WI is $822 for a studio, $916 for one bedroom, $1,046 for two bedrooms, and $1,225 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Jefferson has increased by 5.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$916/month
779 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

42

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

East Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

308 Students

5
out of 10

West Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

270 Students

5
out of 10

Jefferson Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

389 Students

5
out of 10

Jefferson High

Public

Grades 9-12

607 Students

4
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Aztalan State Park

Commuter Rail

Military Bases

Airports

  • Dane County Regional/Truax Field

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