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1140 E Johnson St
1140 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$1,800
Beds1
Baths1
Sqft680
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

Combining hardwood and updated plank flooring with a private backyard deck and free on-site laundry, the home offers comfortable day-to-day living with helpful conveniences. Proximity to highly rated schools, walkable access to a wide variety of restaurants and transit options, and plentiful photos for online viewing add to overall appeal. Multiple internet providers, high-speed connectivity, nearby coworking-friendly cafés, and pet-oriented services and outdoor space make it well-suited to remote workers, socially active renters, and pet owners.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • hardwood floors
  • updated plank flooring
  • private backyard deck
  • on-site free laundry

Units

1140 E Johnson St Madison, WI

Available

3

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,800

Listed on 05/14/2026
Days on market: 22
Available 8/15/26 - Ideal Isthmus location! Check out this second-story 1bed/1bath unit with a HUGE private backyard deck. Offstreet parking included. Two blocks from Tenney Park. Three blocks from Giddings Park. Four blocks from Breese Stevens Field (concerts, Madison Forward soccer...) and all the eating and nightlife East Washington has to offer. Very close to campus! Enjoy all the amenities that the Capitol Square has to offer. Summer time concerts on the square, farmers markets and more! Hardwood floors, updated plank flooring, on-site free laundry, additional free storage cage in basement. Heat, water and sewer included in rent. Tenants pay for electricity and internet/cable. Minimum credit score of 600, and 2.5x rent monthly income requirement. Available 8/15/26 (or earlier if needed) - Ideal Isthmus location! Check out this second-story 1bed/1bath unit with a HUGE private backyard deck. Offstreet parking included. Two blocks from Tenney Park. Three blocks from Giddings Park. Four blocks from Breese Stevens Field (concerts, Madison Forward soccer...) and all the eating and nightlife East Washington has to offer. Very close to campus! Enjoy all the amenities that the Capitol Square has to offer. Summer time concerts on the square, farmers markets and more! Hardwood floors, updated plank flooring, on-site free laundry, additional free storage cage in basement. Heat, water and sewer included in rent. Tenants pay for electricity and internet/cable. Minimum credit score of 600, and 2.5x rent monthly income requirement.

Available

4

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,800

Listed on 05/14/2026
Days on market: 22
Available 8/15/26 (or earlier if needed) - Ideal Isthmus location! Check out this second-story 1bed/1bath unit with a HUGE private backyard deck. Offstreet parking included. Two blocks from Tenney Park. Three blocks from Giddings Park. Four blocks from Breese Stevens Field (concerts, Madison Forward soccer...) and all the eating and nightlife East Washington has to offer. Very close to campus! Enjoy all the amenities that the Capitol Square has to offer. Summer time concerts on the square, farmers markets and more! Hardwood floors, updated plank flooring, on-site free laundry, additional free storage cage in basement. Heat, water and sewer included in rent. Tenants pay for electricity and internet/cable. Minimum credit score of 600, and 2.5x rent monthly income requirement.

Amenities for 1140 E Johnson St

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Storage
  • Controlled Access
Unit Amenities
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Dishwasher
  • Balcony
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Central Heat
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Cable

Policies at 1140 E Johnson St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 1140 E Johnson St

HomeApartments in MadisonTenney-Lapham 1140 E Johnson St #3, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and convenience at 1140 E Johnson St in the heart of Tenney-Lapham, Madison, WI 53703. This intimate 2-unit property offers a cozy 1-bedroom floorplan, approximately 680 square feet in size. Residents can appreciate the beautiful hardwood floors, updated plank flooring, and private backyard deck, perfect for relaxation. Additional amenities include on-site free laundry, off-street parking, and a pet-friendly policy. Take advantage of the balcony/patio, central heat, dishwasher, storage, and outdoor space. Plus, enjoy the benefits of being within walking distance to top-rated schools, including a highly-rated elementary school, and nearby grocery stores. With its long-term rentals, this property is ideal for those seeking a stable and comfortable living arrangement.

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Address details

Units2
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code53703

1140 E Johnson St #3 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • The area has transit options
  • 104 restaurants within 1 mile of this property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 6 pet hospitals in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1140 E Johnson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Madison

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 2% lower than 1-bedrooms in Tenney-Lapham.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Tenney-Lapham
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,309
July 2024$1,363
August 2024$1,345
September 2024$1,313
October 2024$1,177
November 2024$1,205
December 2024$1,250
January 2025$1,248
February 2025$1,311
March 2025$1,304
April 2025$1,343
May 2025$1,334
June 2025$1,361
July 2025$1,391
August 2025$1,281
September 2025$1,140
October 2025$1,165
November 2025$1,195
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,217
February 2026$1,257
March 2026$1,267
April 2026$1,276
May 2026$1,213
A table of studio rental data trends in Tenney-Lapham
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,527
July 2024$1,523
August 2024$1,576
September 2024$1,525
October 2024$1,572
November 2024$1,515
December 2024$1,541
January 2025$1,560
February 2025$1,600
March 2025$1,604
April 2025$1,603
May 2025$1,591
June 2025$1,492
July 2025$1,522
August 2025$1,491
September 2025$1,491
October 2025$1,568
November 2025$1,398
December 2025$1,309
January 2026$1,299
February 2026$1,390
March 2026$1,520
April 2026$1,491
May 2026$1,472

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 1140 E Johnson St #3

Lapham Elementary School

1045 e dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PK, K-2Public
B+

Marquette Elementary School

1501 jenifer st

madison, WI, 53703

3-5Public
A-

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-
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Getting around Madison near 1140 E Johnson St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1140 E Johnson St, Madison

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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