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501 W Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Property Overview
501 W Main St offers an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.5, alongside top scores for pricing (10), amenities (9), and location (9), indicating a strong value proposition in its market. The property thrives in pet friendliness with access to various parks and pet services, while also enhancing social life with numerous restaurants and community spaces nearby. Additionally, transparency in property management is emphasized with a trustworthiness rating of 7, providing potential renters with confidence in their decision.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space- Middle school nearby
- Dishwasher
Great for
Social life
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2 | 4 bed | 1 bath | 1,400 sqft |
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Amenities for 501 W Main St
Apartment Amenities
| Carpet | Central Air |
| Freezer | Hardwood Floor |
| Laminate Floors | Living Room |
| Luxury Plank Flooring | Porch |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Microwave |
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
| Stainless Steel Appliances |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
| Roof Deck | Smoke-free |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
Neighborhood
| Near Campus | Near Fire Department |
| Near Grocery Store | Near Hospital |
| Public 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
Dog policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Cat policy
| Allowed | |
|---|---|
| Limit | 1 |
Please contact MPM at 608-251-8777 for more information.
Building details
Property details
| Year built | 1912 |
|---|
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About 501 W Main St
This is a Madison House located at 501 W Main St. The property features a 4 BR rental unit available starting at $3595. Amenities include Dogs Ok, Cats Ok, and On-Site Laundry. Surface Parking parking and Off-Street Parking parking available. Contact us for a showing.
Year Built: 1912
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 501 W Main St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 501 W Main St has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
501 W Main St 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.
501 W Main St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 501 W Main St 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.
501 W Main St 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 501 W Main St 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.
501 W Main St 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.
501 W Main St is great for:
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 501 W Main St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 4-bedroom is 275 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Downtown Madison
Median rents as of Oct 4 2025.
Downtown Madison
Madison
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,129 |
| November 2023 | $1,236 |
| 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 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $1,019 |
| November 2023 | $1,052 |
| December 2023 | $968 |
| January 2024 | $964 |
| February 2024 | $1,101 |
| March 2024 | $1,098 |
| April 2024 | $1,083 |
| 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 | $1,125 |
Schools near 501 W Main St
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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Neighborhood
Downtown Madison | Madison, WI
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Madison near 501 W Main St
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
4/10
Roads are accessible, but parking may be a challenge.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 501 W Main St, Madison
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several 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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk
Nightlife
7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk
Explore the area around 501 W Main St
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
Fontana Sports
216 N Henry St
Karen & Co/Sassafras
307 State St
Sassafras Limited
307 State St
Bucky's Locker Room
601 W Dayton St
Ragstock
327 State St
Porter LLC
640 W Washington Ave
Barriques
127 W Washington Ave
Espresso Royale
224 State St
Michelangelos Coffee
114 State St
Fair Trade Coffee House
418 State St
Echo Tap & Grill
554 W Main St
Main Depo
627 W Main St
Bistro 525
525 W Johnson St
Paradise Lounge
119 W Main St
Shamrock Bar
117 W Main St
Sucre LLC
20 W Mifflin St
Dough Baby Bakery LLC
511 State St
Greenbush Bakery, Inc
1305 Regent St
Asian Sweet Bakery
1017 S Park St
Greenbush Bakery Inc
1402 Regent St
Proudfit Park
Peace (Elizabeth Link) Park
Olin Terrace Park
Law Park
Period Garden Park
Breakfast A La Brasa
45 S Bassett St
Cafe Maya
45 S Bassett St
Echo Tap & Grill
554 W Main St
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
612 W Main St
Main Depo
627 W Main St
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