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542 W Doty St #5, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Property Overview
Featuring a quiet environment conducive to remote work, the property offers included utilities and access to numerous coworking spaces and cafes within a mile. It benefits from ample fitness options with many sports facilities and health centers nearby, alongside parks promoting environmental sustainability. Additionally, pet owners can enjoy nearby services and amenities tailored for their furry companions, while a vibrant social scene with numerous cultural venues and restaurants enhances its appeal.
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
Middle school nearby- More space
- Fireplace
Great for
Pet owners
Wellness
Work-from-home
Amenities for 542 W Doty St #5, Downtown Madison
Apartment Amenities
| Air Conditioning | Fireplace |
| Furnished |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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
Dog policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cat policy
| Allowed |
|---|
Cats and small dogs allowed. Contact for more information on pet policy.
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About 542 W Doty St #5
Sweet deal!
This listing is 30% below the median price for 1 bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison.
This fully updated unit boasts all new appliances, cabinetry, counters, and bathroom fixtures as well as in-unit laundry! Located just blocks from UW-Madison's Kohl Center and southeast campus area, this apartment is perfect for anyone looking for proximity to campus with some added comfort and a quiet neighborhood. Please email to setup a tour!
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 542 W Doty St #5 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Fireplace
- Upgraded in-unit features
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Downtown Madison |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 53703 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Downtown Madison
1-bedroom apartments at 542 W Doty St #5 cost about 30% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Madison.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Downtown Madison
Madison
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,299 |
| November 2023 | $1,283 |
| December 2023 | $1,333 |
| January 2024 | $1,393 |
| February 2024 | $1,431 |
| March 2024 | $1,478 |
| April 2024 | $1,523 |
| May 2024 | $1,528 |
| June 2024 | $1,593 |
| July 2024 | $1,575 |
| August 2024 | $1,545 |
| September 2024 | $1,509 |
| October 2024 | $1,466 |
| November 2024 | $1,512 |
| December 2024 | $1,511 |
| January 2025 | $1,495 |
| February 2025 | $1,548 |
| March 2025 | $1,540 |
| April 2025 | $1,570 |
| May 2025 | $1,578 |
| June 2025 | $1,604 |
| July 2025 | $1,601 |
| August 2025 | $1,540 |
| September 2025 | $1,470 |
| October 2025 | $1,496 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,100 |
| November 2023 | $1,141 |
| December 2023 | $1,146 |
| January 2024 | $1,150 |
| February 2024 | $1,488 |
| March 2024 | $1,522 |
| April 2024 | $1,610 |
| May 2024 | $1,400 |
| June 2024 | $1,681 |
| July 2024 | $1,796 |
| August 2024 | $1,739 |
| September 2024 | $1,693 |
| October 2024 | $1,430 |
| November 2024 | $1,733 |
| December 2024 | $1,412 |
| January 2025 | $1,384 |
| February 2025 | $1,498 |
| March 2025 | $1,578 |
| April 2025 | $1,905 |
| May 2025 | $1,920 |
| June 2025 | $1,850 |
| July 2025 | $1,852 |
| August 2025 | $1,749 |
| September 2025 | $1,490 |
| October 2025 | $1,545 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 542 W Doty St #5
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-
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Getting around Madison near 542 W Doty St #5
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 542 W Doty St #5, 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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
Explore the area around 542 W Doty St #5
Bassett Food Mart
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Capitol Centre Market
111 N Broom St
Triangle Market
302 State St
Royal Mart
340 State St
Twentieth Century Markets, Incorpor
150 E Gilman St
Bucky's Locker Room
601 W Dayton St
Fontana Sports
216 N Henry St
Karen & Co/Sassafras
307 State St
Sassafras Limited
307 State St
Ragstock
327 State St
Porter LLC
640 W Washington Ave
Barriques
127 W Washington Ave
Crave Coffee
604 University Ave
Starbucks
35 N Park St
Espresso Royale
224 State St
Main Depo
627 W Main St
Echo Tap & Grill
554 W Main St
Bistro 525
525 W Johnson St
Nitty Gritty Restaurant & Bar
223 N Frances St
Paradise Lounge
119 W Main St
Dough Baby Bakery LLC
511 State St
Sucre LLC
20 W Mifflin St
Asian Sweet Bakery
1017 S Park St
Greenbush Bakery, Inc
1305 Regent St
Greenbush Bakery Inc
1402 Regent St
Proudfit Park
Peace (Elizabeth Link) Park
Law Park
Olin Terrace Park
Monona Bay Open Spaces
The Compass
622 W Wilson St
Main Depo
627 W Main St
Echo Tap & Grill
554 W Main St
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
612 W Main St
Breakfast A La Brasa
45 S Bassett St
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