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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Laundry on site
  • Large living room
  • Beautiful, vintage building
  • Close to downtown

Location

301 Norris Ct, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Tenney-Lapham
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Management

JSW Limited Partnership

Leasing office

(608) 251-0113

Property Overview

301 Norris Court is highly rated with a Zumper score of 8 out of 10, reflecting its appeal for renters due to competitive pricing and an excellent array of amenities. The property features hardwood floors, on-site laundry, and a vintage aesthetic, all while being ideally located near downtown, schools, and numerous recreational options. Its strengths in lifestyle offerings, such as fitness wellness and a vibrant social scene, make it a standout choice within the neighborhood.

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, 301 Norris Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 301 Norris Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath550 sqft$1,215 /mo1 unit availableThis is a charming, elegant, sunny, one bedroom in a beautiful, vintage building with hardwood floors, ornate woodwork, many windows, large living room, bedroom and kitchen. Available December 29, 2025 for the 2026-2027 lease year for $1,215 per month. -HEAT included in Rent! Laundry on site. -Great near east location in safe neighborhood across from Lake Mendota. -Close to Downtown and UW Campus. -Short walk to shops and restaurants. -Cats may be permitted but no dogs please. -Good references are required. Applicants will be screened for income, credit, housing and criminal background View the VIDEO TOUR of this apartment (301NC-2) by clicking the following YouTube link https www youtube com watch?v=qHYQSTM8SOY Please call 608-251-0113 for more information and/or a showing. You can also visit our website to schedule a showing, view pictures and detailed information for all JSW's available apartments. www jswcompanies com

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Amenities for 301 Norris Court

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood Floor
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About 301 Norris Court

HomeApartments in MadisonTenney-Lapham 301 Norris Court

This is a charming, elegant, sunny, one bedroom in a beautiful, vintage building with hardwood floors, ornate woodwork, many windows, large living room, bedroom and kitchen. Available December 29, 2025 for the 2026-2027 lease year for $1,215 per month. -HEAT included in Rent! Laundry on site. -Great near east location in safe neighborhood across from Lake Mendota. -Close to Downtown and UW Campus. -Short walk to shops and restaurants. -Cats may be permitted but no dogs please. -Good references are required. Applicants will be screened for income, credit, housing and criminal background View the VIDEO TOUR of this apartment (301NC-2) by clicking the following YouTube link https www youtube com watch?v=qHYQSTM8SOY Please call 608-251-0113 for more information and/or a showing. You can also visit our website to schedule a showing, view pictures and detailed information for all JSW's available apartments. www jswcompanies com


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, 301 Norris Court is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 301 Norris Court has a number of attractive features—namely its Location— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 301 Norris Court
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, 301 Norris Court is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Tenney-Lapham. 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 301 Norris Court is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
301 Norris Court 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 301 Norris Court to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

301 Norris Court is great for:

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • 8 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 42 parks nearby
  • There are 23 grocery stores within 1 mile

Social life

  • 200 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 42 parks and recreation options
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 30 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

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 301 Norris Court compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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

1-bedroom apartments at 301 Norris Court cost about 25% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Tenney-Lapham.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Tenney-Lapham
Madison
A table of studio rental data trends in Madison
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,150
January 2024$1,150
February 2024$1,150
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$1,161
A table of studio rental data trends in Tenney-Lapham
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,565
January 2024$1,562
February 2024$1,582
March 2024$1,590
April 2024$1,590
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$1,395

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,215.
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Schools near 301 Norris Court

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
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Getting around Madison near 301 Norris Ct

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 301 Norris Ct, Madison

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

6/10
VaVariety of bars within walking distance

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