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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Updated finishes
  • On site laundry and storage
  • Central air

Location

505 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716, USA
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Management

360 Commercial Real Estate Inc.

Leasing office

(608) 807-0660

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath771 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableThis updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a highly convenient East Side location. Situated above a quiet lower-level storefront, the unit features modern finishes, central air, and a thoughtful layout across 771 sq ft. Heat, gas, water, and sewer are included with rent; tenants pay electric. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and residents can enjoy on-site coin-operated laundry, and storage and one off-street parking stall is included. Additional parking is available for $50/month. Located directly across from Madison Public Library – Pinney, this home puts you steps from shopping, dining, and public transit, making daily errands and commuting a breeze. Pet-friendly for one cat with owner approval (pet deposit and $25/month pet fee apply). *Photos are of a mirror-image unit*

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Amenities for 505 Cottage Grove Road

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Onsite LaundryOnsite Storage

Grounds

Storage
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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 505 Cottage Grove Road

HomeApartments in Madison 505 Cottage Grove Road

This updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment offers comfortable living in a highly convenient East Side location. Situated above a quiet lower-level storefront, the unit features modern finishes, central air, and a thoughtful layout across 771 sq ft. Heat, gas, water, and sewer are included with rent; tenants pay electric. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, and residents can enjoy on-site coin-operated laundry, and storage and one off-street parking stall is included. Additional parking is available for $50/month. Located directly across from Madison Public Library – Pinney, this home puts you steps from shopping, dining, and public transit, making daily errands and commuting a breeze. Pet-friendly for one cat with owner approval (pet deposit and $25/month pet fee apply). *Photos are of a mirror-image unit*


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 505 Cottage Grove Road compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Madison

2-bedroom apartments at 505 Cottage Grove Road cost about 32% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Madison.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,140
October 2025$1,165
November 2025$1,195
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,217
February 2026$1,254

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

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Schools near 505 Cottage Grove Road

Allis Elementary School

4201 buckeye rd

madison, WI, 53716

PK, K-5Public
C+

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Granite Ridge School

4500 buss rd

cottage grove, WI, 53527

3-5Public
B

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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Getting around Madison near 505 Cottage Grove Rd

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 505 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison

Groceries

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

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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