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Hub On Campus Madison

Madison, WI0.4 mi to campus

4.0 (47 reviews)

Hub On Campus Madison is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering amenities including fitness facilities, air conditioning, balconies, and bike storage. Residents have access to a clubhouse, community lounge, coffee bar, business center, and convenience store, along with additional services like car wash and controlled access.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Mendota Lakeshore Apartments LLC - Housing Near UW Campus

Madison, WI0.7 mi to campus

5.0 (22 reviews)

Mendota Lakeshore Apartments LLC is an apartment community in Madison, WI near the UW campus. The community offers a full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, air conditioning, heating, and ceiling fans. Residents have access to a fitness center, controlled access entry, elevator service, and amenities including a balcony patio and BBQ grill, along with cable TV and hardwood floors.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Ovation 309

Madison, WI0.7 mi to campus

4.0 (20 reviews)

Ovation 309 is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and community lounge. Residents have access to conveniences such as a coffee bar, convenience store, bike storage, and car wash, plus in-unit features like air conditioning, dishwasher, and balcony patios.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

dwell The Statesider Apartments

Madison, WI0.4 mi to campus

4.0 (82 reviews)

dwell The Statesider Apartments in Madison, WI offers student housing with fully furnished units featuring full kitchens and granite countertops. The community provides air conditioning and heating, along with amenities including a fitness center, game room, clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, business center, and high-speed internet, with controlled access and elevator service.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Business Center

ōLiv Madison

Madison, WI0.6 mi to campus

4.0 (53 reviews)

ōLiv Madison is a student housing community in Madison, WI offering fully furnished apartments with air conditioning and heating. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, business center, community lounge, clubhouse, courtyard, bike storage, and a BBQ grill, plus in-unit features such as a dishwasher, garbage disposal, and freezer, along with high-speed internet and elevator access.

  • Air Conditioning
  • BBQ Area
  • Bike Storage

X01 Apartments

Madison, WI0.2 mi to campus

3.0 (18 reviews)

X01 Apartments is a furnished apartment community in Madison, WI featuring a full kitchen with granite countertops, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. Residents enjoy amenities including air conditioning, heating, hardwood floors, carpet, a fitness center, community lounge, bike storage, elevator access, cable TV, and private balcony patios.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Pres House Apartments

Madison, WI0.3 mi to campus

3.0 (15 reviews)

Pres House Apartments is a gated apartment community in Madison, WI offering fully furnished units with full kitchens, dishwashers, garbage disposals, and freezers. Residents have access to amenities including air conditioning, balcony patios, bike storage, cable TV, a fitness center, community lounge, controlled access, elevator service, and carpet flooring.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Brooks Towne Townhouses

Madison, WI0.5 mi to campus

3.0 (2 reviews)

Brooks Towne Townhouses is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering fully furnished units with full kitchens, in-unit washer dryer, and dishwashers. Amenities include air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, cable TV, bike storage, a game room, courtyard access, and individual balcony patios.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Park Regent

Madison, WI0.5 mi to campus

3.0 (10 reviews)

Park Regent is a gated apartment community in Madison, WI offering fully furnished units with full kitchens, dishwashers, and garbage disposals. Residents have access to amenities including air conditioning, heating, balcony patios, bike storage, cable TV, a community lounge, controlled access, elevators, and double vanities.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Domain

Madison, WI0.7 mi to campus

3.0 (23 reviews)

Domain is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering amenities including a fitness center, air conditioning, balcony patios, clubhouse, and community lounge. The community features bike storage, controlled access, a dog park with dog wash station, and additional conveniences such as a coffee bar, cable TV, dishwasher, BBQ grill, and elevator access.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Lyric Apartments

Madison, WI1.8 mi to campus

4.0 (19 reviews)

Lyric Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering residents amenities including a fitness center, air conditioning, and indoor bike storage. The community features a clubhouse, community lounge, conference room, and courtyard spaces, along with in-unit conveniences such as dishwashers, ceiling fans, and balcony patios.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Inez Apartments

Madison, WI0.6 mi to campus

4.0 (5 reviews)

Inez Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering residents air conditioning, a full kitchen with range oven, refrigerator, and garbage disposal, plus high-speed internet and cable TV. The community features a fitness center, movie theater, bike storage, laundry facilities, controlled access entry, and an elevator.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Bike Storage
  • Cable Tv

The Regent Apartments

Madison, WI0.6 mi to campus

3.0 (29 reviews)

The Regent Apartments is a fully furnished apartment community in Madison, WI, offering a full kitchen with dishwasher, air conditioning, and carpet throughout. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, basketball court, clubhouse with community lounge, business center, BBQ grill, cable TV, balcony patios, elevator access, and controlled entry.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Birge House Apartments

Madison, WI0.8 mi to campus

5.0 (11 reviews)

Birge House Apartments is a fully furnished apartment community in Madison, WI offering controlled access and an elevator for resident convenience. The community features air conditioning, garbage disposal, and recycling facilities, with proximity to public transit options.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Gated
  • Elevator

Oak Tree Apartments

Madison, WI0.9 mi to campus

2.0 (17 reviews)

Oak Tree Apartments is a fully furnished apartment community in Madison, WI, offering units equipped with air conditioning, heating, ceiling fans, full kitchens with dishwashers and garbage disposals, and carpet flooring. Residents have access to amenities including a fitness center, bike storage, controlled access entry, elevator service, and cable TV, with many units featuring balcony patios.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

Chadbourne Residence Hall

Madison, WI0.2 mi to campus

4.0 (11 reviews)

Chadbourne Residence Hall is student housing located in Madison, WI, offering air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort. The residence hall provides high-speed internet access and maintains a smoke-free environment.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Internet

Smith Residence Hall

Madison, WI0.5 mi to campus

4.0 (13 reviews)

Smith Residence Hall in Madison, WI is smoke-free student housing featuring air conditioning, high-speed internet, and on-site management. The building includes a convenience store, elevator access, and is wheelchair accessible.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Convenience Store
  • Elevator

NoVo Apartments

Madison, WI1.2 mi to campus

3.0 (17 reviews)

NoVo Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, and coffee bar. Residents have access to a dog park, bike storage, business center, and outdoor spaces featuring a courtyard, balcony patios, and BBQ grill, along with in-unit features such as air conditioning, ceiling fans, and dishwasher.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

University Square Apartments

Madison, WI0.5 mi to campus

2.0 (4 reviews)

University Square Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering amenities including air conditioning, heating, high-speed internet, and cable TV. The community features a fitness center, pool, laundry facilities, and controlled access entry, with units equipped with a range oven, refrigerator, microwave, garbage disposal, and freezer.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Tv
  • Carpet

The Abbie Apartments

Madison, WI0.6 mi to campus

The Abbie Apartments is a gated apartment community in Madison, WI offering a range of amenities including fitness facilities, high-speed internet, and laundry options. Units feature modern conveniences such as air conditioning, dishwashers, garbage disposals, hardwood floors, and breakfast bars, with many including balcony patios and fireplaces.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Sellery Residence Hall

Madison, WI0.3 mi to campus

3.0 (12 reviews)

Sellery Residence Hall is student housing located in Madison, WI, offering air conditioning and high-speed internet. The residence features a full kitchen and maintains a smoke-free environment.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Full Kitchen
  • Internet

Campus Square Apartments

Madison, WI0.7 mi to campus

4.0 (4 reviews)

Campus Square Apartments in Madison, WI is an apartment community offering controlled access, full kitchens, and heating. Residents enjoy amenities including a fitness center, bike storage, jogging trail, laundry facilities, and additional storage space, with elevator access and views available throughout the community.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Bike Storage

Highlander Apartments

Madison, WI0.7 mi to campus

3.0 (19 reviews)

Highlander Apartments is an apartment community located in Madison, WI. Residents have access to a balcony patio, community lounge, and picnic area.

  • Balcony/Patio
  • Lounge
  • Picnic Area

Main St Apartments at UW-Madison

Madison, WI0.9 mi to campus

3.0 (3 reviews)

Main St Apartments at UW-Madison is a smoke-free student housing community in Madison, WI, offering units with full kitchens, hardwood floors, and carpet. Amenities include air conditioning, ceiling fans, balcony patios, cable TV, garbage disposals, laundry facilities, pantries, and storage options.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio
  • Cable Tv

University Heights

Madison, WI1.2 mi to campus

2.0 (5 reviews)

University Heights is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering a full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, along with in-unit amenities including air conditioning, heating, carpet, and ceiling fans. The community provides controlled access entry, an elevator, fitness center, high-speed internet, and laundry facilities.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Kingston Corners Apartments

Madison, WI1.4 mi to campus

4.0

Kingston Corners Apartments is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering in-unit washer and dryer, a full kitchen with granite countertops and dishwasher, and controlled access entry. Residents have access to a fitness center, high-speed internet, air conditioning, heating, and a balcony patio.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio

McKenzie Place

Madison, WI2.7 mi to campus

4.0 (14 reviews)

McKenzie Place is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering units equipped with full kitchens, in-unit washer dryer, and granite countertops. The community features a fitness center, clubhouse, community lounge, and outdoor amenities including a balcony patio and BBQ grill.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio
  • BBQ Area

Hilldale Towers Apartments

Madison, WI2.9 mi to campus

4.0 (19 reviews)

Hilldale Towers Apartments is an apartment community located in Madison, WI, offering amenities including a fitness center, clubhouse, and picnic area. Units feature air conditioning, heating, dishwasher, garbage disposal, and hardwood or carpet flooring, with balcony patios available. The community provides laundry facilities, high-speed internet, on-site management, and elevator access.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • 24hr Fitness
  • Air Conditioning

Park Terrace West - Apartments

Madison, WI0.5 mi to campus

1.0 (15 reviews)

Park Terrace West is an apartment community in Madison, WI offering units with full kitchens, air conditioning, heating, and dishwashers. Residents have access to amenities including bike storage, laundry facilities, a sundeck, controlled access entry, and high-speed internet, with most units featuring a balcony patio.

  • Air Conditioning
  • Balcony/Patio
  • Bike Storage

Allen House Apartments

Madison, WI1.0 mi to campus

1.0 (20 reviews)

Allen House Apartments is a fully furnished apartment community in Madison, WI offering air conditioning, heating, and high-speed internet. The community features a full kitchen with dishwasher and garbage disposal, in-unit freezer, laundry facilities, fitness center, and controlled access entry.

  • 24 7 Maintenance
  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Tv
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Find off-campus housing near University of Wisconsin-Madison in Madison, WI

On-campus room and board: $14,124 per academic year (College Scorecard, 2024-25)

On-campus housing has room for 8,949 students (IPEDS 2023); undergraduate enrollment 36,902 (College Scorecard, 2024-25)

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Properties
36,902
Students

University of Wisconsin-Madison at a Glance

36,902
Enrollment
45%
Acceptance Rate
90%
Graduation Rate
1,427
SAT Average
29
ACT Median
$73,792
Avg Salary (10yr)
$20,484
Median Debt

Source: College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education) · Retrieved October 2026

About University of Wisconsin-Madison

University of Wisconsin-Madison stands as a major public research institution renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and groundbreaking discovery. Nestled in Wisconsin's vibrant capital city, the university creates an intellectually stimulating environment where students engage with world-class faculty across diverse disciplines. The institution's strong completion rates reflect its dedication to student success, while its selective admissions process ensures a motivated and accomplished student body.

Madison itself pulses with cultural vitality, offering students access to thriving arts venues, farmers markets, live music scenes, and countless community events that enrich campus life beyond the classroom. The city's progressive spirit and engaged population create a dynamic backdrop for both study and exploration.

The campus setting seamlessly integrates with the surrounding urban neighborhood, making student housing near campus an appealing option for those seeking convenient access to lectures, libraries, and campus life. The area around campus offers everything students need—from restaurants and retail to parks and entertainment—all within easy reach, creating a vibrant living experience that extends far beyond dormitory walls.

Quick Facts

Institution Type
Public
Highest Degree
Graduate
Setting
Large City
Retention Rate
96%
ACT Median
29
Accreditor
Higher Learning Commission
Classification
R1 Doctoral University

Cost & Financial Aid

Annual tuition and estimated costs

In-State Tuition
$11,603
per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$42,103
per year
Average Net Price
$17,354
after aid

As a very large public university in a city setting, University of Wisconsin-Madison offers students diverse housing options both on and off campus. Strategic planning and early action can help students find accommodations that align with their budgets.

  • ✓Start your housing search early in the academic year, as popular properties near campus tend to fill quickly. Early commitment often provides access to a wider selection of available units.
  • ✓Consider housing options slightly further from campus or in neighborhoods less immediately adjacent to university grounds, which may offer different value propositions than properties in the most central areas.
  • ✓Explore on-campus housing options thoroughly, as they may include amenities and services already factored into your cost that would otherwise require separate expenses off-campus.
  • ✓Look into shared housing arrangements with roommates, as splitting rent and utilities across multiple people is a common way students manage their housing budgets in college towns.

Living Near University of Wisconsin-Madison

Neighborhood Guide for University of Wisconsin-Madison Students

Madison's vibrant student housing landscape offers something for everyone. The area surrounding campus blends academic energy with urban amenities, creating a dynamic environment perfect for graduate studies.

The Isthmus, UW-Madison's central location, puts you near the iconic State Street—a lively corridor packed with independent shops, bookstores, and local eateries. Popular student neighborhoods include Maple Bluff, known for tree-lined streets and a residential feel, and Tenney-Lapham, which offers a mix of historic charm and modern conveniences.

Getting around Madison is remarkably easy. The campus sits on an isthmus between Lakes Mendota and Monona, making walking and biking primary transportation modes. The city's extensive bikeway system is excellent for year-round commuting. Madison Metro Transit provides comprehensive public bus service, including free passes for many students.

The dining scene reflects Wisconsin's food culture—farm-to-table restaurants, classic cheese shops, and casual cafes abound. Entertainment options range from live music venues and theaters to outdoor recreation on the lakes and nearby parks.

Madison maintains a strong community feel with active neighborhood associations and events. The area is generally safe, with campus security and local police maintaining visible presence. Student-friendly housing abounds throughout these neighborhoods, making relocation straightforward for incoming graduate students.

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