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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Off-street parking
  • Shared no-fee laundry
  • Storage
  • Fenced yard

Location

1230 E Dayton St #4, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Tenney-Lapham
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Management

Realty Executives Cooper Spransy

Leasing office

(844) 432-0484 ext. 6084

Property Overview

1230 East Dayton Street Unit 4 is a highly rated rental (8.3/10 overall) with exceptional value for money (10/10 price), strong amenities (8/10), a convenient location (9/10), and a solid trustworthiness score (7/10). Residents benefit from a private balcony, off-street parking, shared no-fee laundry, storage, and a fenced yard, along with nearby top-rated schools and access to groceries and public transit within a few miles. The lively, walkable area with 94 restaurants and 22 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby makes it particularly appealing for a strong social life.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 43 bed1 bath953 sqft$2,200 /moAvailable beginning the second weekend in May. 3 bed, 1 bath second-floor apartment in a great downtown Madison location with a private balcony, access to a fenced yard, off-street parking, shared no-fee laundry, and storage. Close to the bus line, parks, Breese Stevens Field, restaurants, coffee shops, and more. Water and Hot water are included in Rent.

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Amenities for 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4

Apartment Amenities

BalconyWater

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
Range/OvenRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Laundry SharedOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor SpaceStorage
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

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1974
Lease terms12+ months
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About 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4

HomeApartments in MadisonTenney-Lapham 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4

Available beginning the second weekend in May. 3 bed, 1 bath second-floor apartment in a great downtown Madison location with a private balcony, access to a fenced yard, off-street parking, shared no-fee laundry, and storage. Close to the bus line, parks, Breese Stevens Field, restaurants, coffee shops, and more. Water and Hot water are included in Rent.


Year Built: 1974

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, 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4
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.
1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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, 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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.
1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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.
1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 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.

1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 94 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 22 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Tenney-Lapham

3-bedroom apartments at 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4 cost about 22% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Tenney-Lapham.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Tenney-Lapham
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,258
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
November 2025$1,195
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,217
February 2026$1,257
March 2026$1,267
April 2026$1,276
May 2026$1,223
A table of studio rental data trends in Tenney-Lapham
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,589
June 2024$1,532
July 2024$1,523
August 2024$1,576
September 2024$1,525
October 2024$1,572
November 2024$1,515
December 2024$1,541
January 2025$1,560
February 2025$1,600
March 2025$1,604
April 2025$1,603
May 2025$1,591
June 2025$1,492
July 2025$1,522
August 2025$1,491
September 2025$1,491
October 2025$1,568
November 2025$1,398
December 2025$1,309
January 2026$1,299
February 2026$1,390
March 2026$1,520
April 2026$1,491
May 2026$1,439

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1230 E Dayton St #4?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 1230 East Dayton Street, Unit 4

Lapham Elementary School

1045 e dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PK, K-2Public
B+

Marquette Elementary School

1501 jenifer st

madison, WI, 53703

3-5Public
A-

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-
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Neighborhood

Tenney-Lapham | Madison, WI

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

Getting around Madison near 1230 E Dayton St #4

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate 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 1230 E Dayton St #4, Madison

Groceries

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

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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