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402 W Dayton St
402 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Cat friendly
Monthly rent
$1,255–$1,325
BedsStudio–1
Baths1
Sqft650
modified
5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

This property features a strong value per square foot in a location that emphasizes environmental sustainability, pet friendliness, and fitness wellness. With close proximity to numerous parks, health centers, and a vibrant social scene including over 300 restaurants, it caters to an active lifestyle. Additionally, the availability of public transit and various amenities makes it an attractive choice for diverse interests and needs.

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

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Units

402 W Dayton St Madison, WI

Available

106

Studio

1 Bath

$1,255

Listed on 03/04/2026
Listed by MARVIN Hellenbrand
Days on market: 29
Property Id: 2393637 This property is located right in the hub of activity in central Madison. One block to the Kohl Center. One block from Union South. Across the street to Capital Center Foods. One block to State Street. These apartments are very large. We currently renting from now and for August 15 2026. If interested please call. Office 608-961-1414 or 608-334-0270

New Listing

313

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,325

Listed on 03/24/2026
Listed by MARVIN Hellenbrand
Days on market: 9
Property Id: 2346007 Very large 1 bedroom lofts available now and August. This loft is located in the center of Madison. Across the street just for your convenience is Capital Center foods. Entertainment you are only a block away State St. If you head west you are only a block away from the Kohl Centre and Union South.

Amenities for 402 W Dayton St

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

Building
  • Cats Ok
  • Swimming Pool
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Storage
  • Package Service
  • Controlled Access
  • On-Site Management
Unit Amenities
  • Hardwood Floor
  • High Ceilings
  • Fireplace
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Central Heat
  • Carpet
  • Furnished
  • Balcony
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Air Conditioning
  • Assigned Parking

Policies at 402 W Dayton St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 402 W Dayton St

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison 402 W Dayton St #313, Madison, WI 53703, USA

Check out this charming property located in the heart of Downtown Madison at 402 W Dayton St! This intimate 7-unit building offers a mix of 1-bedroom and studio apartments, each approximately 650 square feet in size. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including a cozy fireplace, onsite pool and spa, fully equipped kitchen with oven, beautiful hardwood floors, and convenient onsite laundry facilities. Plus, the property is pet-friendly, making it a great option for those with furry friends. As an added bonus, the property is situated near top-rated schools, with an elementary, middle, and high school all within close proximity, each boasting A- or higher ratings. With its prime location and comfortable living spaces, this property is an excellent choice for those looking for a long-term rental in the area.

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Address details

Units6
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code53703

402 W Dayton St #313 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 323 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Pet owners

  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Wellness

  • 45 health/wellness centers nearby
  • On-site pool or spa
  • 44 parks nearby
  • There are 19 grocery stores within 1 mile

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 402 W Dayton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 350 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Madison

Studio apartments at 402 W Dayton St #313 cost about 0% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Madison.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Mar 28 2026.
Downtown Madison
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,229
May 2024$1,257
June 2024$1,293
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,086
May 2024$1,195
June 2024$1,145
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 402 W Dayton St, Madison, WI.
7 months ago$1,4751 bed1 bath
2 years ago$1,1501 bed1 bath
4 years ago$1,1751 bed1 bath
4 years ago$975Studio1 bath
4 years ago$850Studio1 bath
5 years ago$9951 bed1 bath

Schools near 402 W Dayton St #313

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-

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 402 W Dayton St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

3/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 402 W Dayton St, Madison

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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