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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Conveniently located laundry facilities
  • Beautiful hardwood flooring throughout
  • 24/7 maintenance team

Location

522 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Management

Capitol Park Apartments

Leasing office

(608) 467-2001

Property Overview

522 E Main St presents a compelling rental opportunity, featuring impressive amenities such as beautiful hardwood flooring and 24/7 maintenance. With an overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3, the property’s competitive pricing and excellent location—boasting high ratings for value and accessibility—enhance its appeal. It is particularly well-suited for those seeking vibrant social, work, and wellness experiences nearby, along with added conveniences like included utilities and various internet service options.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 522 E Main St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 522 E Main St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath770 sqft$1,695 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to 522 E Main, a spacious downtown 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Madison, WI. This charming unit features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, perfect for easy maintenance and a touch of elegance. With laundry facilities conveniently located in the building, you can say goodbye to trips to the laundromat. Off-street parking is available for your convenience, and the apartment is situated right on the bus line for easy commuting. Enjoy the nearby bike path for leisurely rides through the city. Rest easy knowing that our 24/7 maintenance team is always available to address any concerns. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make 522 E Main your new home. Available August - schedule a tour today!

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Amenities for 522 E Main St

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorNo Utilities Included
TrashWater

Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Off Street Parking Available

Services

24/7 Maintenance

Neighborhood

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

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Building details

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About 522 E Main St

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison 522 E Main St

Welcome to 522 E Main, a spacious downtown 2 bedroom apartment in the heart of Madison, WI. This charming unit features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, perfect for easy maintenance and a touch of elegance. With laundry facilities conveniently located in the building, you can say goodbye to trips to the laundromat. Off-street parking is available for your convenience, and the apartment is situated right on the bus line for easy commuting. Enjoy the nearby bike path for leisurely rides through the city. Rest easy knowing that our 24/7 maintenance team is always available to address any concerns. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make 522 E Main your new home. Available August - schedule a tour today!


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 522 E Main St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 522 E Main St has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 522 E Main St
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 522 E Main St is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown Madison. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
522 E Main St 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, 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.
522 E 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 522 E Main St to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
522 E 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.

522 E Main St is great for:

Wellness

  • 10 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 30 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • There are 26 grocery stores within 1 mile

Work-from-home

  • 5 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 7 internet service provider options nearby
  • Utilities included in the rent

Social life

  • 247 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 28 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 258 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 105 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers 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.

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Rent trends in Downtown Madison

2-bedroom apartments at 522 E Main St cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
Downtown Madison
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,297
October 2023$1,170
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$1,125
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,075
October 2023$1,024
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

Affordability calculator

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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 522 E Main St

Lapham Elementary School

1045 e dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PK, K-2Public
B+

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Marquette Elementary School

1501 jenifer st

madison, WI, 53703

3-5Public
A-
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Getting around Madison near 522 E Main St

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

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 522 E Main St, Madison

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

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
Variety of bars within walking distance

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