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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Off-street parking
  • Covered parking
  • Pet friendly community

Location

Madison, WI 53711, USA
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(608) 680-2920

Property Overview

Nakoma Commons achieves a high overall Zumper rating of 8.8, reflecting its strong balance of price and value, with a perfect score for amenities and an impressive location rating of 9 out of 10. Notable features include on-site laundry, off-street and covered parking, and a pet-friendly community, complemented by the convenience of outdoor spaces and nearby pet facilities. Transparency in property management is supported by a trustworthiness score of 7 out of 10, ensuring a reliable rental experience.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Nakoma Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Nakoma Commons 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

  • Elevator
  • Laundry available on site
  • Package service

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed 2 Bath Loft 4501-2092 bed2 bath$1,695 /mo

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Amenities for Nakoma Commons

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
BathtubBreakfast Nook
CarpetCeiling Fan
Dining RoomDouble Pane/Storm Window
Family RoomFreezer
High CeilingsLarge Closets
Living RoomLoft Layout
LVP FlooringMaster Bath
PantryRecently Renovated
Sewer IncludedSkylights
Walk-in ClosetWater Included

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
High/Vaulted CeilingMicrowave
Range/OvenRefrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

BasementCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorGarage Attached
Intercom SystemOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

Live ToursOnline Community Portal
Package ServiceTrash Removal Included
Virtual Walkthrough

Neighborhood

Near CampusNear Fire Department
Near Grocery StoreNear Hospital
On Bus LinePublic Transportation
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

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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About Nakoma Commons

HomeApartments in Madison Nakoma Commons

Nakoma Commons is a Madison Apartment located at 4501 - 4517 Hammersley Road. The property features a 2 BR rental unit available starting at $1695. Amenities include Cats Ok, Pet Friendly Community, and On-Site Laundry. Water Included, Trash Removal Included, and Sewer Included included. Covered Parking parking and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Nakoma Commons is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Nakoma Commons 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 Nakoma Commons
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.
Nakoma Commons 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·10A 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.
Nakoma Commons stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Nakoma Commons 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 Nakoma Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Nakoma Commons provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Nakoma Commons is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 Nakoma Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Package service
More secure storage for delivery
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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 Madison

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

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,248
December 2023$1,150
January 2024$1,150
February 2024$1,150
March 2024$1,256
April 2024$1,225
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

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near Nakoma Commons

Stoner Prairie Elementary School

5830 devoro rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

K-5Public
A-

Early Childhood

700 n main street

verona, WI, 53508

PKPublic

Verona Area K4

710 lone pine way

verona, WI, 53593

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around WI 53711 near Madison

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for Madison, WI 53711

Groceries

5/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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