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404 W. Washington Ave.

404 W Washington Ave Madison, WI 53703 USA
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404 W. Washington Ave.

404 W Washington Ave Madison, WI 53703 USA

$2475

Available: Now
  • 11 mins

    To Campus

  • 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $2475

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 11 mins

1301 Spring St

1301 Spring St Madison, WI 53715

1301 Spring St

1301 Spring St Madison, WI 53715

$810 - $2250

Available: Now
  • 5 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $810 - $2250

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 5 mins

22 E Dayton St

22 E Dayton St Madison, WI 53703

22 E Dayton St

22 E Dayton St Madison, WI 53703

$1215 - $2255

Available: Now
  • 19 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 2 Bed

    Beds

  • $1215 - $2255

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 19 mins

804 Jenifer St

804 Jenifer Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

804 Jenifer St

804 Jenifer Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$995 - $1250

Available: 2025-08-15
  • 30+ mins

    To Campus

  • 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $995 - $1250

    Price

  • 2025-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 30+ mins

143-145 W Gilman St

145 West Gilman Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

143-145 W Gilman St

145 West Gilman Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$895 - $1100

Available: 2025-08-15
  • 10 mins

    To Campus

  • 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $895 - $1100

    Price

  • 2025-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 10 mins

142 N Franklin Ave

142 North Franklin Avenue Madison, WI 53705 USA

142 N Franklin Ave

142 North Franklin Avenue Madison, WI 53705 USA

$895 - $1100

Available: 2025-08-15
  • 21 mins

    To Campus

  • 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $895 - $1100

    Price

  • 2025-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 21 mins

424 Wisconsin Ave

424 Wisconsin Avenue Madison, WI 53703 USA
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424 Wisconsin Ave

424 Wisconsin Avenue Madison, WI 53703 USA

$925 - $1100

Available: 2025-08-15
  • 15 mins

    To Campus

  • 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $925 - $1100

    Price

  • 2025-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 15 mins

142 N Hancock St

142 North Hancock Street Madison, WI 53703 USA
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142 N Hancock St

142 North Hancock Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$1895

Available: 2025-01-01
  • 23 mins

    To Campus

  • 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $1895

    Price

  • 2025-01-01

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 23 mins

316

316 N. Butler St., Madison, WI 53703, USA
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316

316 N. Butler St., Madison, WI 53703, USA

$1040 - $1370

Available: 2025-08-15
  • 21 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 1 Bed

    Beds

  • $1040 - $1370

    Price

  • 2025-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 21 mins

412 N Carroll St

412 N Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703
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412 N Carroll St

412 N Carroll St, Madison, WI 53703

$3695

Available: Now
  • 16 mins

    To Campus

  • 2 - 5 Bed

    Beds

  • $3695

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 16 mins

Finding Rentals Near UW-Madison

As the official off-campus housing partner for UW-Madison, College Pads gives you the ability to compare more landlords around Madison than ANY other site.

College Pads partnered with the University of Wisconsin - Madison to give students a place that they can compare hundreds of apartments and houses for rent in Madison, WI that are close to campus. So you can say goodbye to the days of aimlessly walking around town searching for For Rent signs, and hello to the future of UW-Madison off-campus housing (cough - that's us).

All of the Madison, WI apartments and houses for rent have been verified and approved by our diligent team. Whether you’re looking to rent a house on Mifflin or an apartment near Doty, you'll be sure to find a place you'll love using College Pads today!

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UW-Madison Off-Campus Housing Guide

Renting UW-Madison Off-Campus Housing

Students at UW-Madison waste no time at all when it comes to securing their next apartment or house for the following year. As we’re sure you know, houses typically get rented first, especially the duplexes around Madison near campus that groups of friends end up splitting. According to the search data, the majority of undergrads will begin to lock in their leases from late September to November, so before thoughts of finals and Christmas begin to creep into your mind, you should reserve some of that brain power for finding UW-Madison off-campus housing.

If you're looking for a UW-Madison apartment, you can either get a luxury apartment or a cheap apartment near UW-Madison during the second semester. But don't wait too long past February, because Madison students aren't known for being slackers.

Rent Prices in Madison, WI

We're not going to sugar coat it: rent for downtown UW-Madison off-campus housing can be pretty steep. Luxury UW apartment complexes geared towards students in the middle of campus are often incredibly convenient, but they are pricey. They’re worth it if you're willing to pay the extra dollar, but if you just can't justify it, there are a number of things you can do to decrease your monthly payments.

As a general rule of thumb, the more roommates you have, the less you'll have to dish out for your portion of the rent. In addition, avoiding the pricier apartments near UW and going for duplexes or houses a bit further from campus can be significantly cheaper if you don't mind the extra steps to class.

Here's a breakdown of the average rent prices of apartments & houses in Madison, WI:

  • How much do studio apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    The average rent for a studio apartment in Madison, WI is $791.
  • How much do 1 bedroom apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $937.
  • How much do 2 bedroom apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $648.
  • How much do 3 bedroom apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $664.
  • How much do 4 bedroom apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $682.
  • How much do 5+ bedroom apartments near UW-Madison cost?
    While there will be some differences in price points depending on if you’re looking for a 5 or a 10 bedroom rental, the average rent for a 5+ bedroom apartment in Madison, WI is $672.

LANDLORDS NEAR University of Wisconsin - Madison

Life at UW-Madison

Students often flock to State Street, a stretch of road in the downtown area that leads directly to the Capital, for the best eating and drinking near campus. Here you can find a variety of local restaurants, bars and shops that represent a variety of tastes and cultures. If you're hoping for a fancier night out, head over to the Capital Square for fine dining and a more professional crowd.

Best Restaurants:

  • The Old Fashioned
  • Mickies Dairy Bar
  • Sunroom Cafe
  • Dotty Dumplings Dowry
  • The Nitty Gritty

*Honorable mention: the food trucks at Library Mall

Best Bars:

  • State Street Brats
  • Wandos
  • Chasers
  • Plaza Tavern
  • The Nitty Gritty (On your birthday)

UW-Madison is a pretty active campus and provides its students with some great outdoor opportunities. Those looking to hone their skills and participate in outdoor adventures should consider joining the Wisconsin Hoofers. The organization provides equipment rentals, teaches classes on a variety of activities and plans outdoor excursions to popular locales.

In addition, students at Madison will often spend a day hiking or biking to picnic point, a scenic lakeshore trail that leads to a breathtaking view of Lake Mendota.

Things to Do In Madison, WI

UW-Madison and its students have earned a pretty strong reputation for knowing how to have a good time. As a Big 10 school, Badger sports permeate many aspects of everyday life on the Madison campus, and tailgating and other pregame activities are a common occurrence. During the off-season, students enjoy spending time outdoors, attending campus-wide events, and visiting local attractions.

Highlights Include:

  • Badger football
  • Memorial Union Terrace
  • Fright Fest
  • Mifflin Street Block Party
  • Henry Vilas Zoo

Above Photo Credit To Richard Hurd

LANDLORDS NEAR University of Wisconsin - Madison