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Highlights

  • Unique floor plans
  • Modern convenience
  • Downtown location
  • Utilities included
  • Exposed brick
  • Hard wood floors

Location

222 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703, USA|Downtown Madison
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Management

Apex Property Management, Inc.

Leasing office

(608) 255-3753

Property Overview

The Hamilton stands out for its strong overall rating, excellent value, top-tier amenities, and highly convenient downtown location. It also offers unique floor plans, modern conveniences, utilities included, and appealing details like exposed brick and hardwood floors. Its setting is especially strong for social life and fitness and wellness, with abundant nearby cultural spots, restaurants, event hubs, gyms, markets, and sports 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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Hamilton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Hamilton 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,625 /mo1 unit availableRemodeled – Must See! Large 2 bedroom just 1 block from James Madison Park. Lots of beautiful Hard Wood Floors, exposed brick. Laundry just outside the door. All utilities included but water/sewer. Monthly fee of $25 for water/sewer per resident Cat friendly. Adds $25/mo. for one & $40/mo. for two. No dogs. Off-Street Parking Available on the 100 block of E. Johnson St.

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Amenities for The Hamilton

Apartment Amenities

Utilities Included

Appliances

Gas RangeIn-Unit Laundry
RangeRefrigerator

Building

Onsite Laundry
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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Building details

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About The Hamilton

HomeApartments in MadisonDowntown Madison The Hamilton

Welcome to The Hamilton in Madison, WI, where historic charm meets modern convenience. This beautifully restored apartment building, built in 1909, boasts unique floor plans with elegant woodwork, high ceilings, and stunning hardwood floors. Located downtown, The Hamilton is just steps away from James Madison Park and the vibrant Farmers Market on the Capitol Square. Experience the character and beauty of a bygone era while enjoying the convenience of city living at The Hamilton.


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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Hamilton is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Hamilton 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 The Hamilton
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, The Hamilton is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Downtown Madison. 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·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.
The Hamilton 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—in-unit laundry—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.
The Hamilton 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 The Hamilton 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.

The Hamilton is great for:

Social life

  • 327 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 102 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 31 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 294 mixed-use spaces nearby

Wellness

  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • 41 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 24 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby
  • 10 farmers markets or health food stores 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 The Hamilton compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Downtown Madison

2-bedroom apartments at The Hamilton cost about 19% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom 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

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 222 N Hamilton St?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$65,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $65,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,625.
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Schools near The Hamilton

4K PK Off Site

545 w dayton st

madison, WI, 53703

PKPublic

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-

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 222 N Hamilton St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 222 N Hamilton St, 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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

7/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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