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Highlights

  • New Construction
  • Pet Friendly
  • In-unit laundry
  • Contemporary amenities
  • Small-town charm
  • Professionally managed
  • Modern finishes
  • Private garages

Location

470 Skare Rd, Rio, WI 53960, USA
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Management

Patriot Properties

Leasing office

(608) 818-8114

Property Overview

The Arnie Apartments offers a strong mix of value, amenities, and convenience, with a 9/10 expert rating, standout scores for price and amenities, and a highly rated location. It features in-unit laundry, modern finishes, private garages, and professional management, along with small-town charm and outdoor spaces that support pet friendliness.

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

9.0
Excellent
The Arnie Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed / 1 Bath at The Arnie Apartments - FIRST MONTH FREE!2 bed1 bath1,080 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableSCHEDULE A SHOWING ONLINE AT: showmojo. com lz 8dd59f801a ---- Welcome to your brand-new home at The Arnie Apartments in Rio! These beautifully designed 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartments offer the perfect blend of modern style, comfort, and convenience with spacious layouts ranging from 900–1,100 square feet. First time tenants can enjoy their First Month Rent's FREE! Eligible only for 12-month leases. Inside, you’ll find open-concept living spaces filled with natural light, sleek stainless steel appliances, rich dark cabinetry, modern finishes, and oversized bedrooms with generous walk-in closets. Enjoy the ease of in-unit laundry, contemporary bathrooms, and private walk-out patios available in select ground-floor units. Every apartment also includes a private one-car covered garage for added convenience. Located just 16 minutes from DeForest and only 30 minutes from Madison’s east side, The Arnie Apartments offer peaceful small-town living with quick access to shopping, dining, and commuting routes. Approved leases will run on a fixed term through October 2026, after which they will automatically transition to a month-to-month agreement for added flexibility. Pet-Friendly Community: - Dogs (up to 40 lbs) and cats welcome - $40/month per pet - $250 refundable pet deposit - Breed restrictions apply Rental Requirements: - Income must be at least 3x monthly rent - Credit check required - Criminal background check required - Positive rental history *The appearance of the unit may vary slightly. We strongly encourage viewing the unit in person before signing any lease agreement. Opting to skip a showing is entirely at the renter's discretion.**

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Amenities for The Arnie Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Ceiling FanHardwood Cabinet
Hardwood FloorKitchen Recently Updated
Open Floor PlanPrivate Patio
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRefrigerator
Stainless Steel Appliances

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
No SmokingOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage Parking

Services

Lawn Care IncludedSnow Removal Included
Trash Removal Included

Other

Less Than Ten Years OldTenant Pays Water/Sewer
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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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built2025
Units1
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About The Arnie Apartments

Home The Arnie Apartments

Welcome to The Arnie Apartments in Rio, WI — modern apartment living with small-town charm. This newly built community offers spacious layouts, stylish finishes, private garages, and convenient access to DeForest and Madison’s east side. Residents enjoy contemporary amenities, peaceful surroundings, and a comfortable place to call home. The Arnie Apartments are Professionally Managed by Patriot Properties.


Year Built: 2025

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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
The Arnie Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated The Arnie 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.
The Arnie 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·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.
The Arnie Apartments 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—pets allowed—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.
The Arnie 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·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 The Arnie Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

The Arnie Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this 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 The Arnie Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Rio

2-bedroom apartments at The Arnie Apartments cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Rio.

Median rents as of Dec 27 2025.
Rio
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Rio
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$1,575
June 2025$1,550
July 2025$1,605
August 2025$1,517
September 2025$1,475
October 2025$1,542
November 2025$1,405
December 2025$1,383

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near The Arnie Apartments

Pardeeville Elementary School

503 e chestnut st

pardeeville, WI, 53954

PK, K-4Public
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Getting around Rio near 470 Skare Rd

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Cycling

2/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 470 Skare Rd, Rio

Groceries

0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

1/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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