Madison metro, WI relocation guide
Moving to Cottage Grove, WI
$480,000County median
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About Cottage Grove
Cottage Grove is a village of about 7,300 east of Madison on the I-94 corridor — a growing suburb with newer subdivisions, village parks and Glacial Drumlin Trail access. It shares the Monona Grove school district with Monona.
Home prices in Cottage Grove
The county median in Cottage Grove is $480,000.
Top places in Cottage Grove
- Glacial Drumlin State Trail — trailhead access in the village.
- Village parks, splash pad, and sports complexes.
- Downtown Cottage Grove (Main Street area) — local businesses.
- Nearby Sun Prairie and Madison east-side shopping.
Commuting from Cottage Grove
- Approximate drive to downtown Madison: ~20 minutes via I-94 (approximate).
Schools in Cottage Grove
Public schools: Monona Grove School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Cottage Grove FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Cottage Grove, WI?
The county median in Cottage Grove is $480,000. County-level median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Cottage Grove, WI?
Approximate drive to downtown Madison: ~20 minutes via I-94 (approximate). - Which school district serves Cottage Grove, WI?
Cottage Grove is served by Monona Grove School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.