Beaver Dam, WI Condos for Sale

Beaver Dam is a vibrant neighborhood located on the eastern shore of Beaver Dam Lake, known for its abundant recreational opportunities and community events. Residents enjoy year-round activities such as kayaking, canoeing, swimming, and jet skiing on the lake, while winter brings ice fishing and ice racing. The nearby Horicon National Wildlife Refuge offers trails and hunting. Indoor recreation includes the Beaver Dam Family Center’s ice arena and the Dodge County YMCA. The annual Dodge County Fair, featuring rodeos, carnival rides, and live music, is a major highlight, along with the Taste of Wisconsin event at Rotary Riverwalk Park. Downtown Beaver Dam, centered around Front Street and South Spring Street, boasts historic storefronts with shops, restaurants, and colorful murals. Popular spots include Ooga Brewing Company, Art on the Town, Dam Chicken, Dragons Den Lounge, and Palenque Mexican Bar & Grill. Essential shopping is available at Kohl’s, Marshalls, and Food Pride on North Spring Street, and larger stores like Walmart Supercenter and Menards on Highway 151. Housing options range from new constructions to midcentury ranch-style homes and century-old houses near Front Street. Waterfront properties often feature private docks and scenic views. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, according to FBI crime data. Beaver Dam Unified School District serves local students, and Wayland Academy offers private college prep education. Marshfield Medical Center provides regionally acclaimed healthcare. Commuters use Highway 151 to reach Madison, 45 miles south, and Interstate 41 for a 67-mile drive to Milwaukee.