M adison
We Love That You’re Here! (the local’s guide to our city)
HI, HELLO!
Let’s Get Acquainted
Moving is tough. Broken dishes, fussy kids, and so (so) many boxes. We’ve been there-from moving ourselves across town to helping thousands of clients move across the country to their next adventures. As you get to know Madison, we hope you’ll use this guide to discover some new favorite spaces, places, and faces.
OUR APPROACH
Here’s a list of a few ways we can help you get acclimated. Find more details on our website.
Personalized guidance throughout the relocation process
Neighborhood insights
Community Tours
Temporary Housing / Short term Rental options
School tours / Childcare options
Concierge Services
Curated list of local favorites
International Referral Network through the @properties l Christie’s International network
legrandre.com / 608.438.2130 / @legrandrealestate
with our local lingo!
with our local lingo!
Get To Know Our Lingo
Badgers
The official UWMadison mascot, aka Bucky— Go Badgers! Badgers
The official UWMadison mascot, aka Bucky— Go Badgers!
A surefire way to sound like your out of town is to say you’re looking at homes on Williamson St. Willy St.
A surefire way to sound like your out of town is to say you’re looking at homes on Williamson St. Willy St.
Downtown, the Isthmus all referring to the central/downtown area of the city of Madison. The Isthmus
Downtown, the Isthmus all referring to the central/downtown area of the city of Madison. The Isthmus
East Wash
East Wash
East and West Washington Ave are both shortened to“Wash”
East and West Washington Ave are both shortened to“Wash”
Madtown/Mad City
Madtown/Mad City
All names referring to Madison.
All names referring to Madison.
Your go-to spot to sip a spotted cow (our official beer) and enjoy the best lakeside sunset. The Terrace
You’re never more than 10 min away... even if you’re 20 min. 10 min.
The Square
#1
Your go-to spot to sip a spotted cow (our official beer) and enjoy the best lakeside sunset. The Terrace
Your go-to spot to sip a spotted cow (our official beer) and enjoy the best lakeside sunset. The Terrace
10 Best Places to Retire in America #2
You’re never more than 10 min away... even if you’re 20 min. 10 min.
You’re never more than 10 min away... even if you’re 20 min. 10 min.
Best Cities for Millennials #3
The green space around our State Capital. Attend concerts + The Farmer’s Market here all summer! The Square
The green space around our State Capital. Attend concerts + The Farmer’s Market here all summer! The Square
Top 100 Best Places to Live #4
Cheese Curd
A small nub of fresh, squeeky cheese —it’s oh so delicious. Think that’s good, try it deep fried. Cheese Curd
#4 Fittest City in the U.S. 05
A small nub of fresh, squeeky cheese —it’s oh so delicious. Think that’s good, try it deep fried.
Sconnie
Sconnie
Yeah, that’s us, anyone from Wisco/Wisconsin.
Best U.S. Cities for Renters with Pets
Yeah, that’s us, anyone from Wisco/Wisconsin.
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LOCAL FAVE’S
Check out our map to see “pins” of our Fave’s when in town!
Eno Vino
Graze
Bartaco
weekend pastries to die for spicy margs
Harvey House
modern supper club
Wonderstate Coffee Nattspil DLUX RED-Madison
the place with no sign— iykyk
milkshakes with a kick + burgers
best sushi in town true WI experience