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Waunakee, WI

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Delight in the many charms of “the Only Waunakee in the World”

Suburban Family-Friendly Peaceful Luxurious Vibrant Active Convenient Idyllic

Situated about ten miles north of Madison, Waunakee is an idyllic suburb with a strong farming community and a distinct small-town vibe. Waunakee draws families for its top-ranked schools, short commute times, and abundant options for outdoor recreation.

Waunakee’s close-knit community comes together for a wide variety of special events, including Art on Main, Imagination Celebration, WaunaBoom, and much more. Residents also congregate in Waunakee’s quaint downtown area strewn along historic Main Street, which is teeming with charming shops, markets, and eateries.

There’s always plenty to do in and around Waunakee. Shopping options range from unique boutiques in downtown to national retailers in nearby East Towne Mall. Numerous village parks, like Ripp Park and Waunakee Village Park, provide plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors as well as several nearby parks on Lake Mendota such as Governor Nelson State Park, Cherokee Marsh, and Warner Park.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Waunakee, WI is $1,311 for a studio, $1,389 for one bedroom, $1,852 for two bedrooms, and $2,604 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waunakee has decreased by -2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,389/month
762 Sq Ft
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Transportation

34

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

51

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Waunakee Intermediate

Public

Grades 5-6

635 Students

8
out of 10

Arboretum Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

435 Students

8
out of 10

Waunakee Prairie Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

533 Students

7
out of 10

Waunakee Heritage Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

547 Students

5
out of 10

Waunakee Community 4k School

Public

Grades K

240 Students

Rating Unavailable

Waunakee Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

682 Students

4
out of 10

Waunakee High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,327 Students

7
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Governor Nelson State Park
  • Cherokee Marsh - Mendota Unit
  • Cherokee Marsh - South Unit
  • Cherokee Marsh - North Unit
  • Sandburg Woods

Airports

  • Dane County Regional/Truax Field

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