- 2159 Middleton Beach Rd: Vacation year around at this luxury lake house, designed and built to enjoy the lake! Guest house above with 2 bedroom apartment over garage on huge lot. Secluded privacy. Offered at $4,000,000.
- 1136 Vilas Ave: Hilltop Homes LLC new construction. Artisan craftsman home with contemporary flair. Two master suites, total 5BD 6BA, Bonus, Rec and Media rooms. Exquisite detail and finest quality throughout. Offered at $2,750,000.
- 435 W Dayton St: Views from the rooftop! Beautifully remodeled luxury home that really has that WOW factor. Deluxe floor plan with four bedrooms, three baths and Bonus room up. Luxury master suite with office, sitting area with fireplace and luxury bath. Just Reduced to $2,145,000.
- 2918 Lakeland Ave: Waterfront with views. Custom built for the seller with great large areas both formal and informal. Beautiful lot, well cared for home offered at $1,860,000.
- 6111 Exchange St: Large lot with NW contemporary home in desirable McFarland, WI. Well cared for and great views. Custom home for Sellers, Master Suite on Main. Offered at $1,500,000 SOLD.
- 5584 Barbara Dr: Level Building Lot with Views. Cul-de-sac location, Lot size 34,432 SF, Dimensions: 155′ Front (S) x 211′ West Side x 171′ Back (N) x 216′ East Side. Buyer to pay .5% of purchase price. Offered at $785,000.
- 5833 Balsam Rd: Just twenty minutes from downtown Madison, offered at $800,000. Please call for additional information and interior photos.
- 6206 Pioneer Rd: Private enclave of homes built 202. 4 bd/3.5 ba, 3 car garage, Fine quality finishes, Excellent floorplan, Steps away local park. Offered at $1,628,000
- 1952 Barber Dr: On Barbers Bay. New construction at North end with lake views. 5bd/4.5 ba, Lots of wonderful spaces. Ready in time for School in Sept. Offered at $2,295,000
Dane County’s lakefront luxury market is experiencing robust demand in early 2026, with median home prices reaching $465,000, up 5.7% year-over-year. The most prestigious properties cluster around Lake Mendota—a 9,842-acre lake with 82-foot depths—particularly in Shorewood Hills, Middleton, and Maple Bluff, where older homes are being torn down and replaced with multi-million dollar estates featuring elevators and extensive storage. Lake Mendota’s proximity to the University of Wisconsin-Madison makes it especially appealing to UW professors and hospital professionals.
Lake Monona, the second-largest in the Yahara chain at 3,359 acres, offers spectacular views of the State Capitol, with waterfront properties commanding premium prices for their iconic vistas. The Yahara River connects these lakes, creating exceptional boating corridors throughout the county. Beyond the famous “Four Lakes” chain—Mendota, Monona, Waubesa, and Kegonsa—luxury buyers are also exploring Lake Koshkonong’s Stony Point peninsula and the Wisconsin River corridor.
Today’s market moves quickly, with homes selling in just 7 days on average in the broader Madison market. Luxury lakefront properties typically feature private piers, boat lifts, gourmet kitchens with Wolf ranges and Sub-Zero refrigerators, heated floors, and expansive decks maximizing water views. Recent listings showcase properties ranging from historic Bauhaus gems to contemporary custom builds with smart home technology. For sellers, the limited inventory creates strong pricing power, especially for properties with substantial lake frontage and level lots. Buyers should expect competition and come prepared with strong offers. The market particularly favors estates in Maple Bluff with larger lots and premiere addresses, while the Monona Terrace area—designed by Frank Lloyd Wright—offers more accessible luxury options with downtown connectivity and cultural amenities. Learn more here.