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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Open kitchen
  • Beautiful hardwood floors
  • Thoughtfully designed layout
  • On-site coin-operated laundry

Location

316 W Wilson St, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Management

Birwood Property Management

Leasing office

(608) 241-4449

Property Overview

316 offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.6 expert rating, top marks for price, and a well-rounded location rating. It features off-street parking, an open kitchen, hardwood floors, a thoughtfully designed layout, and on-site coin-operated laundry, while also standing out for nearby transit, walkability, parks, dining, wellness options, and pet resources.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 316 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 316 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$2,250 /mo1 unit availableEnjoy comfortable living in this well-maintained three-unit building, just steps from Lake Monona, scenic bike paths, the State Capitol, and great dining options. This inviting apartment features a thoughtfully designed layout with an open kitchen and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Features: -2 bedrooms + office -Open kitchen -Hardwood floors -On-site coin-operated laundry -Off-street parking available for an additional fee (subject to availability) -Up to 2 cats welcome with a small monthly pet fee Utilities: -Tenant pays electricity -Heat, water, and gas included Call (608) 241-4449 to schedule a tour or apply online at www.birwood.net!

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Amenities for 316

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatGas Included
Hardwood FloorHeat & Water Included
Heating

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
Refrigerator

Building

Cats OKCoin Op Laundry On-site
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned Parking

Services

Email & Text CommunicationsEmergency Maintenance

Other

Electronic Rent Payments
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units3
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About 316

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison 316

Enjoy comfortable living in this well-maintained three-unit building, just steps from Lake Monona, scenic bike paths, the State Capitol, and great dining options. This inviting apartment features a thoughtfully designed layout with an open kitchen and beautiful hardwood floors throughout. Features: -2 bedrooms + office -Open kitchen -Hardwood floors -On-site coin-operated laundry -Off-street parking available for an additional fee (subject to availability) -Up to 2 cats welcome with a small monthly pet fee Utilities: -Tenant pays electricity -Heat, water, and gas included Call (608) 241-4449 to schedule a tour or apply online at www.birwood.net!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 316 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 316 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 316
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
316 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
316 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 316 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
316 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 316 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

316 is great for:

Eco living

  • 45 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • 293 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • Area has 45 parks and recreation options

Pet owners

  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 5 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 316 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Downtown Madison

2-bedroom apartments at 316 cost about 8% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Madison
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,335
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
June 2026$1,235
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,095
July 2024$1,093
August 2024$1,148
September 2024$1,136
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,217
January 2025$1,223
February 2025$1,218
March 2025$1,196
April 2025$1,235
May 2025$1,280
June 2025$1,265
July 2025$1,288
August 2025$1,166
September 2025$1,125
October 2025$1,127
November 2025$1,181
December 2025$1,250
January 2026$1,242
February 2026$1,251
March 2026$1,250
April 2026$1,260
May 2026$1,105
June 2026$1,107

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$90,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $90,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,250.
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Schools near 316

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Franklin Elementary School

305 w lakeside st

madison, WI, 53715

PK, K-2Public
B+

Randall Elementary School

1802 regent st

madison, WI, 53726

3-5Public
A-

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Madison near 316 W Wilson St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

4/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

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 316 W Wilson St, Madison

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
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

9/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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