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1049 E Gorham St #2, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Tenney-Lapham
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Management

Realty Executives Cooper Spransy

Leasing office

(844) 311-0438 ext. 3042

Property Overview

1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2, has received a favorable Zumper expert rating, indicating its strong market position. The property offers various pros, including convenient access to local amenities and a vibrant neighborhood atmosphere. Notable features such as modern updates enhance its appeal, making it an attractive option for a diverse range of potential residents.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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
  • More space

Floor plans

1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 23 bed1 bath1,340 sqft$2,150 /moSpacious and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath upper flat located on Madison’s Isthmus, ideally situated between Lakes Monona and Mendota. This inviting home offers beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The layout includes generous living space, great storage, and a large front porch that’s perfect for enjoying warmer months. Additional features include in-unit washer and dryer and a water softener. Located in one of Madison’s most desirable areas, this home is close to Tenney Park, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, James Madison Park, downtown amenities, and campus, with easy access to restaurants, coffee shops, bike paths, and more. If you’re looking for a bright, comfortable home in a prime Madison location, this is a great opportunity.

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Amenities for 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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 built1902
Lease terms12+ months
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About 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2

HomeApartments in MadisonTenney-Lapham 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2

Spacious and well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath upper flat located on Madison’s Isthmus, ideally situated between Lakes Monona and Mendota. This inviting home offers beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and an abundance of natural light throughout. The layout includes generous living space, great storage, and a large front porch that’s perfect for enjoying warmer months. Additional features include in-unit washer and dryer and a water softener. Located in one of Madison’s most desirable areas, this home is close to Tenney Park, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, James Madison Park, downtown amenities, and campus, with easy access to restaurants, coffee shops, bike paths, and more. If you’re looking for a bright, comfortable home in a prime Madison location, this is a great opportunity.


Year Built: 1902

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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2
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.
1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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.
1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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, 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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.
1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 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.

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 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 182 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

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 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2 cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Tenney-Lapham.

Median rents as of Apr 4 2026.
Tenney-Lapham
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,232
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$1,257
March 2026$1,267
April 2026$1,290
A table of studio rental data trends in Tenney-Lapham
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,589
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$1,537

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1049 E Gorham St #2?

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$86,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $86,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,150.
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Schools near 1049 East Gorham Street, Unit 2

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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Getting around Madison near 1049 E Gorham St #2

Walking

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

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 1049 E Gorham St #2, Madison

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
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
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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1221 Williamson St
Twentieth Century Markets, Incorpor
150 E Gilman St

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