Whitewater, WI Condo for Sale

Whitewater is a central Wisconsin college town named for the white sand in nearby creek beds. Home to nearly 15,000 residents and almost 11,000 students attending the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, the town experiences a dynamic shift between the lively academic year and quieter summer and holiday seasons. The community is close-knit, with many residents returning after moving away. Whitewater offers relatively affordable housing, with a median single-family home price of about $325,000, and is undergoing new developments to address housing demand. The town boasts five large community parks, the UW-Whitewater Nature Preserve, and proximity to Kettle Moraine State Forest and the Ice Age National Scenic Trail, about 5 miles away, providing ample attractions for outdoor enthusiasts. Water activities are popular at Whitewater and Lauderdale lakes. Whitewater is situated about halfway between Madison and Milwaukee, with minimal traffic and nearby airports in Madison and Milwaukee within 50 miles. The town hosts unique events like the Halloween spirit tour and Freeze Fest, and residents can enjoy local dining options such as Rick’s Eastside Pub, 841 Brewhouse, and Second Salem Brewing Co. Violent crime has decreased since 2021, and property crime has been declining since 2015, making it safer than the national average. The area experiences cold winters and warm, humid summers.