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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Includes a private balcony
  • Storage facilities

Location

425 West Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Management

Butler Management

Leasing office

(844) 394-8987 ext. 7901

Property Overview

Washington Plaza offers a strong overall package, with an 8.8/10 Zumper expert rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a highly favorable location score. It also stands out for pet-friendly, fitness, social, and sustainability-oriented conveniences, along with notable features like a rooftop terrace, private balcony, and storage facilities.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Washington Plaza is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington Plaza 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
  • More space
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

One-Bedroom1 bed0 bath$1,595 /moThis contemporary 5-story brick building located on West Washington Avenue combines convenience and luxury! The moment you step outside you are in close proximity to the UW Campus, State Street, Capitol Centre Market, restaurants, and more. Amenities for this property include a rooftop terrace, Capital Fitness, Isthmus Eyecare, smart-card-operated laundry on each floor, and storage facilities.
One-Bedroom + Den1 bed1 bath750 sqft$1,625 /moClose to campus! The den can be utilized as an office, creative space, or additional bedroom. Unit includes a private balcony.
Two-Bedroom2 bed1 bath$1,995 /moThis contemporary 5-story brick building located on West Washington Avenue combines convenience and luxury! The moment you step outside you are in close proximity to the UW Campus, State Street, Capitol Centre Market, restaurants, and more. Amenities for this property include a rooftop terrace, Capital Fitness, Isthmus Eyecare, smart-card-operated laundry on each floor, and storage facilities.

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Amenities for Washington Plaza

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central HeatHardwood Floor
High Ceilings

Appliances

In-Unit Laundry

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry
Roof Deck

Grounds

Garage ParkingOutdoor Space
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. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Washington Plaza

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison Washington Plaza

This contemporary 5-story brick building located on West Washington Avenue combines convenience and luxury! The moment you step outside you are in close proximity to the UW Campus, State Street, Capitol Centre Market, restaurants, and more. Amenities for this property include a rooftop terrace, Capital Fitness, Isthmus Eyecare, smart-card-operated laundry on each floor, and storage facilities.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Washington Plaza is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Washington Plaza 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 Washington Plaza
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.
Washington Plaza 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.
Washington Plaza 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.
Washington Plaza 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 Washington Plaza 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.

Washington Plaza is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • 46 health/wellness centers nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 39 parks nearby

Social life

  • 327 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • This community has public spaces on site, like fitness centers or pools

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 5 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 Washington Plaza compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 miles away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 135 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Extra storage
In-unit features
Fitness center
The gym is just a few steps away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 3.1 miles from public transportation
Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 4.3 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1.3 miles away

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Rent trends in Downtown Madison

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 7% higher than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Madison.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Washington Plaza to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Downtown Madison.

Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Downtown Madison
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,186
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$1,213
June 2026$1,258
July 2026$1,297
August 2026$1,308
September 2026$1,175
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Madison
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,100
November 2024$1,122
December 2024$1,217
January 2025$1,223
February 2025$1,218
March 2025$1,196
April 2025$1,235
May 2025$1,280
June 2025$1,265
July 2025$1,288
August 2025$1,166
September 2025$1,125
October 2025$1,127
November 2025$1,181
December 2025$1,250
January 2026$1,242
February 2026$1,251
March 2026$1,250
April 2026$1,260
May 2026$1,105
June 2026$1,117
July 2026$1,111
August 2026$1,138
September 2026$1,128

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,610.
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Schools near Washington Plaza

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

Franklin Elementary School

305 w lakeside st

madison, WI, 53715

PK, K-2Public
B+

Randall Elementary School

1802 regent st

madison, WI, 53726

3-5Public
A-

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-

Mendota Mental Health Institution

301 troy dr

madison, WI, 53704

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Madison near 425 West Washington Avenue

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 425 West Washington Avenue, Madison

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
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

Parks

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

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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