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1008 W Johnson St, Madison, WI 53715, USA
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Property Overview
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| C1 - 1BD/1BA - (213) | 1 bed | 1 bath | 591 sqft | $2,450 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. | |
| F - 2BD/1BA - (223, 323, 423) | 2 bed | 1 bath | 785 sqft | $3,100 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. | |
| D - 2BD/2BA - (315, 415, 515) | 2 bed | 2 bath | 921 sqft | $3,125 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. | |
| B - 3BD/2BA - 211, 311, 319, 411, 419, 511, 519) | 3 bed | 2 bath | 1,041 sqft | $4,725 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. | |
| A - 4BD/2BA - (201, 209, 221, 229, 301, 309, 321, 329, 401, 409, 421, 429, 501, 509, 521, 529) | 4 bed | 2 bath | 1,295 sqft | $5,625 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. | |
| W - 5BD/3BA - (1521) | 5 bed | 3 bath | 1,560 sqft | $7,500 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another. |
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About Luminary - Light Your Path
Welcome to living designed distinctly for you. Luminary. The newest addition to a uniquely planned student community in the heart of UW-Madison’s campus. As the final, exciting piece to its sister properties, Grand Central and X01, Luminary combines iconic style and design, an abundance of ideal amenities and extraordinary convenience with the goal to help light a path to your own. From ownership to management, we all live in the campus and Madison area. This is our community. We know it, we love it, we care about it. Which is why the maintenance, safety, upkeep, improvements and quick responses to our residents’ questions and requests are so important to us. From Luminary to its sister properties Grand Central and X01 we love them, we know them, we care about them, and our residents even more so. Local matters. Because local takes care of one another.
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.
7.7
/10
Very GoodLuminary - Light Your Path is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·7A 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.
While the monthly rent is more than the median price per bedroom of nearby properties, Luminary - Light Your Path has other amenities and features that might compensate for the increased price. The higher monthly rent potentially reflects a higher quality of living that renters might find here, compared to other properties in the area.
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.
Luminary - Light Your Path goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Luminary - Light Your Path 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.
Luminary - Light Your Path 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 Luminary - Light Your Path 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.
Luminary - Light Your Path is great for:
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 Luminary - Light Your Path compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Madison
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 64% higher than 1-bedrooms in Madison.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Luminary - Light Your Path to be 64% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Madison.
3-bedroom apartments at Luminary - Light Your Path cost about 101% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Madison.
4-bedroom apartments at Luminary - Light Your Path cost about 79% more than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Madison.
Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Madison
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,306 |
| 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 | $1,276 |
| May 2026 | $1,213 |
| June 2026 | $1,258 |
| July 2026 | $1,297 |
| August 2026 | $1,308 |
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Can I afford to live at 1008 W Johnson St?
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Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Luminary - Light Your Path
4K PK Off Site
545 w dayton st
madison, WI, 53703
PKPublic
Randall Elementary School
1802 regent st
madison, WI, 53726
3-5Public
A-
Franklin Elementary School
305 w lakeside st
madison, WI, 53715
PK, K-2Public
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 1008 W Johnson St
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 1008 W Johnson St, Madison
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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