Waunakee Community School District
Waunakee Homes For Sale
Waunakee is a village north of Lake Mendota, along Six Mile Creek, with a compact downtown, a long list of village parks and Governor Nelson State Park a few minutes south.
1893
Established
14,879
Population
7
Public schools
Dane County
County
On The Map
Where the Waunakee district sits.
Dane County, Wisconsin. Distances below are to the district's main town.
9 mi
The Capitol Square, Madison
as the crow flies
7 mi
Dane County Regional Airport
as the crow flies
15 mi
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as the crow flies
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Live Listings
Homes for sale in Waunakee.
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A Local's Perspective
Life in Waunakee.
Waunakee was platted along the Chicago and North Western rail line in 1871 and incorporated as a village in 1893. Six Mile Creek winds through the village on its way south to Lake Mendota, and the downtown sits near the creek and the old rail corridor.
The Town of Westport borders the village on the south and east, and Lake Mendota's north shore is a short drive away. Roads lead south to Madison's north side and Middleton and east toward the interstate.
At A Glance
- Established
- 1893
- Population
- 14,879
- County
- Dane County
- School district
- Waunakee Community School District
- Public schools
- 7
- HOA Norm
- Mixed
Highlights
What defines Waunakee.
Six Mile Creek
The creek runs through the village, with conservancy land and paths along parts of it.
Parks in nearly every neighborhood
Village Park, Ripp Park, Centennial Park and dozens of smaller parks and conservancies.
Near Lake Mendota
Governor Nelson State Park and the lake's north shore are a few minutes south of the village.
Neighborhoods
Where to look in Waunakee.
Downtown / Core Area
Older homes near Main Street, the library and Village Park.
Kilkenny Farms
A south-side neighborhood with its own park and neighborhood pool.
Castle Creek
A southeast neighborhood next to the Castle Creek Conservancy.
Westbridge
A northwest neighborhood near Westbridge and Pulvermacher parks.
Meadowbrook at Pleasant Valley
A north-side neighborhood near the Meadowbrook Community Center.
Lifestyle
Around Waunakee.
Waunakee is a village of parks and paths, with Lake Mendota and Madison close by.
Village Park — the main park near downtown.
Ripp Park — a large park on the west side with a dog park.
Six Mile Creek Conservancy — open space along the creek.
Waunakee Public Library — downtown on North Madison Street.
Governor Nelson State Park — beach, trails and a boat launch on Lake Mendota.
Schools
Schools in the Waunakee district.
Waunakee Community School District — 7 public schools.
Early Learning
- Waunakee 4K
Elementary
- Arboretum Elementary School
- Heritage Elementary School
- Prairie Elementary School
Intermediate
- Waunakee Intermediate School
Middle
- Waunakee Community Middle School
High
- Waunakee Community High School
School assignments follow attendance boundaries, which can change and can split a single town. Always confirm the schools for a specific address directly with the district.
HOAs & POAs
Waunakee HOA norms
Older single-family streets here generally have no association, while condominiums, townhomes and newer planned developments usually do. Dues, rules and what they cover vary by community — ask for the current association documents on any listing you're considering.
New Construction
Building in Waunakee
Waunakee has seen steady new construction, mostly single-family homes and townhomes in subdivisions around the edges of the village. Newer neighborhoods often have an association or covenants, so review them early.
Also In This District
More of the Waunakee district.
Westport
Westport is a town on the north shore of Lake Mendota, wrapping around Waunakee, with Governor Nelson State Park, lakefront homes and open countryside.
Lake Mendota's north shore
Shoreline homes and public parks along the north side of the lake.
Governor Nelson State Park
A state park with a beach, trails, prairie and a boat launch on Lake Mendota.
Between Madison and Waunakee
The town sits between Madison's north side, Middleton and Waunakee, with countryside in between.
Keep Exploring
School districts near Waunakee.
Straight Answers
Waunakee buyer questions, answered.
Which school district serves Waunakee?
The Waunakee Community School District serves the village and parts of the surrounding towns. Confirm the assigned schools for a specific address directly with the district.
How do people get from Waunakee to Madison?
Most people drive south through the Town of Westport to Madison's north side or Middleton. A car is the practical way to get around.
What kinds of homes are in Waunakee?
Older homes near downtown, established subdivisions, and newer single-family homes and townhomes on the edges of the village.
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