Caledonia, WI

140 Apartments for Rent

Although famous for their cheese, a hidden secret of Wisconsin may be their fresh cherry pie that can be found at any of the delicious restaurants in Caledonia.

Caledonia is a small village in Wisconsin that includes the towns of Franksville, Thompsonville and Kilbornville. All together, Caledonia had a population of 24,705 at the time of the 2010 Census. Before 2006, Caledonia was a town; however, it received special permission from the state legislature to become a village that could include the aforementioned towns.

Moving to Caledonia

New residents to Caledonia should be aware of several city ordinances that may differ from their current location. Residents are required to participate in a weekly recycling program, hire a garbage collector and keep their yards free from waste. The best time to move to Caledonia is during the spring when the weather is warmer and residents are placing their homes on the market.

Neighborhoods in Caledonia

The majority of the neighborhoods are conveniently located within a 10-15 minute drive of shopping, health care, dining and recreational activities in Caledonia. Because Caledonia has more than 10 unique neighborhoods with each having their own feel, it is important to discuss with a realtor exactly what you are looking for in a home. It may be in your best interest to rent first before buying a house in Caledonia. Here's a look at the top neighborhoods in Caledonia, WI.

Franksville: Franksville is a former Census-designated place in Wisconsin; however, it was formerly incorporated into the village of Caledonia in 2006. The homes in this large community are predominantly single-unit dwellings with three or more bedrooms and a half acre or more of land. If you are looking for housing for rent in Caledonia, a good place to start is in Franksville.

Husher: At one point, Husher was the economic heart of Caledonia and was one of the largest trading posts in the region. Although many of the homes in this neighborhood are slightly dated, newer developments are sprouting up on a regular basis. If new to the area, you may be able to find an apartment rental in a single-unit home in the Husher community.

Thompsonville (Whiteside): The neighborhood of Thompsonville has an eclectic vibe with a fun and entertaining feel to it. Thompsonville has the largest collection of apts for rent in Caledonia.

Living in Caledonia

Located on the edge of Lake Michigan, Caledonia offers just over three miles of coastal river and lake views. Away from the coast, Caledonia is notable for its pristine natural scenery and spectacular hiking, biking and jogging trails. Many of the homes in Caledonia offer large wooded lots with easy access to backcountry trails. If you are moving from a warm weather climate to Caledonia, be forewarned that you are in for quite the change. The winters in Caledonia will feature plenty of snow and cold windy days. However, the snow brings excellent recreational activities like cross country skiing and sledding.