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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • City conveniences
  • Peacefulness
  • Refreshing swim
  • Carefree suburban living
  • Park-like atmosphere

Location

4929 Chalet Gardens Rd, Fitchburg, WI 53711, USA
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Management

Sergio Plata - Nakoma Heights

Leasing office

(608) 271-0611

Property Overview

NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES achieves an overall Zumper rating of 8 out of 10, reflecting its excellent balance between price, value, and amenities, which receive a standout rating of 9. Notable features include a peaceful atmosphere, refreshing swimming options, and city conveniences, contributing to an elevated quality of life. Located conveniently near top-rated schools, this property is considered to offer great value in the competitive rental market.

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

8.0
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath675 sqft$1,229 /mo4 units availableNakoma Heights is an affordable housing community located on Madison's West side. If you prefer the peacefulness of a country setting, yet require city conveniences, Nakoma Heights is the right place for you...offering a unique lifestyle that is truly the best of both worlds. Enjoy carefree suburban living at its best, with big city amenities just around the corner. Surround yourself with the natural beauty of majestic oaks on ten acres of rolling hills. Enjoy the park-like atmosphere or take a refreshing swim in the pool. You will find it very easy to make yourself at home.

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Amenities for NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water
TrashWindow Coverings

Appliances

OvenOven/Range
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Swimming Pool

Services

Sewer/Water
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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units144
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About NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES

HomeApartments in Fitchburg NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES

Nakoma Heights is an affordable housing community located on Madison's West side. If you prefer the peacefulness of a country setting, yet require city conveniences, Nakoma Heights is the right place for you...offering a unique lifestyle that is truly the best of both worlds. Enjoy carefree suburban living at its best, with big city amenities just around the corner. Surround yourself with the natural beauty of majestic oaks on ten acres of rolling hills. Enjoy the park-like atmosphere or take a refreshing swim in the pool. You will find it very easy to make yourself at home.


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.
8.0
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8 out of 10 overall, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES 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, NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES 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.
NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES 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 NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES 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.

NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 3 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 NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Fewer storage options
Limited cabinet or closet space
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Fitchburg

1-bedroom apartments at NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES cost about 23% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Fitchburg.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Fitchburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Fitchburg
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,308
April 2024$1,300
May 2024$1,309
June 2024$1,280
July 2024$1,299
August 2024$1,317
September 2024$1,299
October 2024$1,275
November 2024$1,277
December 2024$1,288
January 2025$1,325
February 2025$1,321
March 2025$1,362
April 2025$1,341
May 2025$1,314
June 2025$1,295
July 2025$1,298
August 2025$1,293
September 2025$1,291
October 2025$1,291
November 2025$1,337
December 2025$1,337
January 2026$1,337
February 2026$1,410

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Can I afford to live at 4929 Chalet Gardens Rd?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$49,160/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $49,160 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,229.
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Schools near NAKOMA HEIGHTS APARTMENT HOMES

Stoner Prairie Elementary School

5830 devoro rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

K-5Public
A-

Early Childhood

700 n main street

verona, WI, 53508

PKPublic

Verona Area K4

710 lone pine way

verona, WI, 53593

PKPublic

Forest Edge Elementary School

4848 brassica rd

fitchburg, WI, 53711

PK, K-6Public
A-

Pope Farm Elementary School

816 schewe rd

middleton, WI, 53562

PK, K-4Public
A+
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Getting around Fitchburg near 4929 Chalet Gardens Rd

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
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

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 4929 Chalet Gardens Rd, Fitchburg

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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