Fitchburg, Wisconsin
Population: 15,648
Located in Dane County
This area was originally settled by Irish and German families and was established as Greenfield Township in 1847. Due to the fact that there was already a Greenfield near Milwaukee, a local name change committee was formed. One of the members on the committee had lived in Fitchburg, Massachusetts and liked the name and so did everyone else so they changed Greenfield to Fitchburg. Today, the City of Fitchburg combines the best of city and country life with a population of more than 21,000 and over 500 businesses nestled within 22,187 acres, approximately 35 square miles, of rolling hills, parks, and family farms, offering scenic views of Wisconsin's State Capitol. The City is located in South Central Dane County, directly south of Madison and is ten minutes from the State Capitol, the University of Wisconsin - Madison, the east or west sides of Madison and Interstate's 90/94. The City of Fitchburg has more than 576 acres of parks and open spaces. There are many community events happening in the city, including the Fitchburg Days Festival, Concerts at McKee, and the Farmer's Market. As a neighbor to and integral part of Wisconsin's vibrant capitol (Madison), the city of Fitchburg also offers a progressive, friendly and thriving business climate. Fitchburg has the vitality of a young community, filled with vibrant neighborhoods, creative businesses and rich green spaces. Residents, businesses, community organizations and the City of Fitchburg all work together at creating a community culture of opportunity, harmony and fun! The City of Fitchburg offers an unparalleled standard of living and a progressive, thriving community. As the "next door neighbor" to Wisconsin's state capital and cultural center, Fitchburg residents have access to all that Madison has to offer, while providing safe, friendly neighborhoods and plenty of "green" space. Housing prices reflect the changes in the town, and future residents have choices between new construction, old established homesteads, apartments, condos, garden flats or even farms! New construction in this area starts at $150,000 for a mid-size 3-bedroom home, although there are many homes in the newer subdivisions that may run more. But whatever the budget, there is something here to accommodate all buyers! Come and see why Fitchburg is a great place raise a family, from exceptional education, reasonably priced housing and activities all year round, Fitchburg could well be the next place you decide to call home!
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