Northern Bluffs - Unclaimed

Madison’s 53704 area spans Marquette and Schenk-Atwood near Lake Monona, plus Sherman, Bluff Acres and Ridgewood around Lake Mendota and Maple Bluff. Lakes shape the setting, with cold, snowy winters and warm summers. Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Olbrich Park and the Capital City State Trail offer gardens, shoreline walks and outdoor routes; neighborhood playgrounds and public library branches add everyday amenities. Schenk-Atwood’s East Washington Avenue corridor brings local restaurants, coffee shops, shops and live music, while Willy Street and downtown are close by. Historic homes and older commercial blocks give parts of the area a distinct sense of place. Biking, Madison Metro buses and major roads connect the neighborhoods, though travel times vary by destination. For ZIP code 53704, the median rent is $1,513 per month, with a typical range of $549 to $4,884.