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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • In-unit laundry

Location

224 1/2 W Madison St, Ottawa, IL 61350, USA
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Management

FTT LLC

Leasing office

(844) 335-5065 ext. 7490

Property Overview

224 1/2 West Madison St earns a strong overall impression with an 8.5/10 expert rating, driven by excellent value, standout amenities, and a highly convenient location. It also offers practical features like a dishwasher and in-unit laundry, plus 19 photos for a clear look at the property and strong value per square foot. Pet owners may also appreciate nearby pet supply and grooming services.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 224 1/2 West Madison St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 224 1/2 West Madison 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.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

224 1/2 West Madison St - 11 bed1 bath950 sqft$1,600 /moLarge, Beautifully remodeled, Queen Anne unit right in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Shops, bars and restaurants line the streets in the shopping district, with coffee shops and ice cream parlors for dessert. This upstairs unit quietly sits above the bustle below. 5 min to St. Elizabeth Medical center, and 2 blocks to Washington Square Park. Unit has designated parking spot behind building. Heat, Gas, Water, Trash all included in rent In-Unit Laundry and Dishwasher Tenant pays electric Smaller pets allowed for an additional fee

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Amenities for 224 1/2 West Madison St

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningAircon
Gas UtilitiesHeat
Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/Sewer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Storage
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.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units1
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About 224 1/2 West Madison St

HomeApartments in Ottawa 224 1/2 West Madison St

Large, Beautifully remodeled, Queen Anne unit right in the heart of downtown Ottawa. Shops, bars and restaurants line the streets in the shopping district, with coffee shops and ice cream parlors for dessert. This upstairs unit quietly sits above the bustle below. 5 min to St. Elizabeth Medical center, and 2 blocks to Washington Square Park. Unit has designated parking spot behind building. Heat, Gas, Water, Trash all included in rent In-Unit Laundry and Dishwasher Tenant pays electric Smaller pets allowed for an additional fee


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 Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 224 1/2 West Madison St is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 224 1/2 West Madison 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.
How we rated 224 1/2 West Madison St
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.
224 1/2 West Madison 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.
224 1/2 West Madison 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, 224 1/2 West Madison 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.
224 1/2 West Madison 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 224 1/2 West Madison 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.
224 1/2 West Madison 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.

224 1/2 West Madison St is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 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 224 1/2 West Madison St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 632 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Ottawa

1-bedroom apartments at 224 1/2 West Madison St cost about 3% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ottawa.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Ottawa
A table of studio rental data trends in Ottawa
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$1,400
August 2025$1,257
September 2025$1,200
October 2025$1,414
November 2025$1,500
December 2025$1,500
January 2026$1,400
February 2026$1,442
March 2026$1,450
April 2026$1,500
May 2026$1,500
June 2026$1,500

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near 224 1/2 West Madison St

Lincoln Elementary School

1110 w main st

ottawa, IL, 61350

PK, K-4Public
B-

Jefferson Elementary School

1709 columbus st

ottawa, IL, 61350

PK, K-4Public
B

McKinley Elementary School

1320 state st

ottawa, IL, 61350

PK, K-4Public
B+

Rutland Elementary School

3231 n il route 71

ottawa, IL, 61350

PK, K-8Public

Grand Ridge School

400 w main st

grand ridge, IL, 61325

PK, K-8Public
B+
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Getting around Ottawa near 224 1/2 W Madison St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 224 1/2 W Madison St, Ottawa

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several 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 10-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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