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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • On-site laundry facilities
  • Snow removal
  • Convenient location
  • Garage parking
  • Pet-friendly

Location

353 W James St, Columbus, WI 53925, USA
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Management

Patriot Properties

Leasing office

(608) 849-6500

Property Overview

James Street Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 out of 10 rating, led by excellent value, a highly convenient location, and solid amenities. It also stands out for practical features like off-street and garage parking, on-site laundry, snow removal, and pet-friendly living, while its nearby top-rated middle school adds to its appeal.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, James Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, James Street Apartments 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

  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed / 1 Bath2 bed1 bath1 sqft$1,250 /mo1 unit availableFIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH A 12-MONTH LEASE! Promotion applies to new tenants only. Welcome home to James Street Apartments in the charming community of Columbus, Wisconsin! This pet-friendly 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location just minutes from historic downtown Columbus, local restaurants, shopping, parks, and easy access to Highway 16 for commuting to Sun Prairie, Beaver Dam, or Madison. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, garage parking, on-site laundry facilities, with lawn care, snow removal, water, sewer, and trash included in your rent. We're Pet Friendly! Bring your furry friends along—dogs and cats are welcome! Tenant is responsible for: Gas, electric, internet, and cable. Pet Policy: - Dogs and cats welcome - $40/month per pet - $250 refundable pet deposit - Breed restrictions apply Rental Requirements: - Monthly income of at least 3x the rent - Credit check - Criminal background check - Rental history verification Please Note: Photos may be of a similar unit. We strongly encourage prospective residents to tour the apartment in person before signing a lease. Choosing to lease without viewing the unit is entirely at the renter's discretion.

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Amenities for James Street Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About James Street Apartments

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FIRST MONTH RENT FREE WITH A 12-MONTH LEASE! Promotion applies to new tenants only. Welcome home to James Street Apartments in the charming community of Columbus, Wisconsin! This pet-friendly 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a convenient location just minutes from historic downtown Columbus, local restaurants, shopping, parks, and easy access to Highway 16 for commuting to Sun Prairie, Beaver Dam, or Madison. Enjoy the convenience of off-street parking, garage parking, on-site laundry facilities, with lawn care, snow removal, water, sewer, and trash included in your rent. We're Pet Friendly! Bring your furry friends along—dogs and cats are welcome! Tenant is responsible for: Gas, electric, internet, and cable. Pet Policy: - Dogs and cats welcome - $40/month per pet - $250 refundable pet deposit - Breed restrictions apply Rental Requirements: - Monthly income of at least 3x the rent - Credit check - Criminal background check - Rental history verification Please Note: Photos may be of a similar unit. We strongly encourage prospective residents to tour the apartment in person before signing a lease. Choosing to lease without viewing the unit is entirely at the renter's discretion.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, James Street Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, James Street Apartments 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 James Street Apartments
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.
James Street Apartments 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, James Street Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
James Street Apartments 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 James Street Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

James Street Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 2 pet supply stores 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 James Street Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
No laundry facilities available
This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$50,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Schools near James Street Apartments

Columbus Elementary School

200 fuller st

columbus, WI, 53925

PK, K-5Public
C+

BDUSD4Kids

400 e burnett st

beaver dam, WI, 53916

PKPublic

Token Springs Elementary

1435 n thompson rd

sun prairie, WI, 53590

PK, K-5Public
A-

Meadow View Elementary

200 n grand ave

sun prairie, WI, 53590

PK, K-5Public
B+
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Getting around Columbus near 353 W James St

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 353 W James St, Columbus

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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