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125 North Bedford Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

125 N Bedford St Madison, WI 53703
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125 North Bedford Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

125 N Bedford St Madison, WI 53703

$4295

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 6 mins

    To Campus

  • 4 Bed

    Beds

  • $4295

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 6 mins

521 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

521 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53703
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521 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

521 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53703

$8795

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 7 mins

    To Campus

  • 8 Bed

    Beds

  • $8795

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 7 mins

525 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

525 W Dayton St Madison, WI 53703
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525 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

525 W Dayton St Madison, WI 53703

$4595

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 6 mins

    To Campus

  • 4 Bed

    Beds

  • $4595

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 6 mins

529/531 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

529 W Dayton St Madison, WI 53703
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529/531 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

529 W Dayton St Madison, WI 53703

$8095

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 6 mins

    To Campus

  • 7 Bed

    Beds

  • $8095

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 6 mins

523 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

523 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53703
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523 West Dayton Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

523 W Dayton StMadison, WI 53703

$8795

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 7 mins

    To Campus

  • 8 Bed

    Beds

  • $8795

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 7 mins

1301 Spring St

1301 Spring St Madison, WI 53715

1301 Spring St

1301 Spring St Madison, WI 53715

$810 - $2250

Available: Now
  • 6 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $810 - $2250

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 6 mins

22 E Dayton St

22 E Dayton St Madison, WI 53703
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22 E Dayton St

22 E Dayton St Madison, WI 53703

$1425 - $2350

Available: Now
  • 21 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 2 Bed

    Beds

  • $1425 - $2350

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 21 mins

416 N Butler St

416 North Butler Street Madison, WI 53703 USA
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416 N Butler St

416 North Butler Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$895 - $4095

Available: Now
  • 22 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 6 Bed

    Beds

  • $895 - $4095

    Price

  • Now

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 22 mins

135 W Gilman St

135 West Gilman Street Madison, WI 53703 USA
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135 W Gilman St

135 West Gilman Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$1050 - $2400

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 13 mins

    To Campus

  • S - 3 Bed

    Beds

  • $1050 - $2400

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 13 mins

804 Jenifer St

804 Jenifer Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

804 Jenifer St

804 Jenifer Street Madison, WI 53703 USA

$695 - $1550

Available: 2027-08-15
  • 30+ mins

    To Campus

  • S - 2 Bed

    Beds

  • $695 - $1550

    Price

  • 2027-08-15

    Availability

Walk Time To Campus: 30+ mins

Student Rentals in Madison, WI near UW Madison

As the official off-campus housing partner for University of Wisconsin - Madison, College Pads gives students access to a wide range of off-campus rentals near campus, all in one place. Compare available student rentals in Madison, WI without wasting hours searching across countless websites.

Every apartment and house listed on College Pads is verified and approved before appearing on the site, helping you search with confidence. With detailed listings and easy-to-use filters, you can quickly find options that match your needs and move one step closer to your next place near campus.

Visit the official UW Madison off-campus housing site for students at offcampushousing.wisc.edu.

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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